Beginning guitar is for students who want to learn but have no previous experience, or for near-beginners who want to learn how to read music. Students will learn guitar basics such as open position chords, basic strumming patterns, picking techniques and reading music. Special emphasis is given to posture, comfortable and efficient hand positions, avoiding bad habits, and learning the fundamentals of good musicianship, all while having fun. Upon completion, students will have mastered a variety of open position chords, along with the ability to read music and basic rhythms.