Guitar for improvers

Total Guided Learning Hours: 20 Hours

What will I be learning?

Various styles, techniques and songs, as well as some of the theory behind it.

Does the course lead to a qualification?

This is a none qualification course

Who is the course for?

Improvers.  If can you already play a few songs and have some knowledge of chords and scales

What do I need to bring?

A Guitar, pen and paper

Are there any additional costs?

No extra cost

How will I know how I am progressing during the course?

There will be regular written tests, practical performances and recordings of this, as well as individual learning plans.

Can I have help in the class?

If you would like to enrol on this course but think you will need some help in the class you could have support through the Learning Partners Scheme. The scheme matches learners who need additional help with a volunteer to attend the class together. Volunteers can help with confidence, practical tasks such as cutting or measuring, reading and taking notes or communicating with the tutor and other learners.

If you would like more information about the scheme please contact Pat Ward 642308

How is this course supported by DerbyLearn?

DerbyLearn is a learning platform that supports and complements most classes.  To find out more, please go to www.derbylearn.net and sign up, it’s free and well worth a look!

After the course, what next?

We have lots of courses planned to ensure you have a variety of progression routes.  If you are interested in another course, please ask for more information or telephone our helpline on Derby (01332) 717900 or enquiries@derbyals.org

On completion of this course, you could progress to:

DALS:

•  Learners can continue on the course until they feel they have reached their potential. Opportunities for performance and recording can also be signposted by the tutor 

Health and Wellbeing

The slogan you see on our brochures and leaflets is:
meet enjoy learn achieve
This is because we believe that taking part in adult and community learning can open the door to new friendships, give you something enjoyable and worthwhile to do with your time, enable you to learn something new and give you a sense of achievement. That's got to make you feel good!

Volunteering opportunities

We have a number of rewarding volunteering opportunities both within DALS and with other organisations.  These can offer you a number of benefits, including the ability to enhance your employment prospects, and the ability to learn whilst supporting others.  If you are interested in finding out more about volunteering opportunities, please contact Pat Ward on 01332 642308 or email pat.ward@derbyals.org  You can also find information on volunteering opportunities on our noticeboards and website.