Acoustic Guitar Beginners

About this course

This course introduces acoustic guitar through tutor-led group sessions with feedback tailored to each learner’s goals. Participants work on posture, tuning, basic strumming and picking, alongside reading guitar tablature and basic rhythmic notation. Common chord progressions and the four-chord songbook provide material for developing a repertoire of simple pieces. A Personal Learning Plan helps learners identify goals and review progress. The musical material can range from straightforward pieces to more challenging arrangements, with content adapted to individual levels.

What you'll learn

• Apply correct posture and tune an acoustic guitar.
• Use basic strumming and picking techniques.
• Read guitar tablature and basic rhythmic notation.
• Play common chord progressions and simple guitar pieces.

Is this course right for you?

The course is designed for complete beginners who want to start playing acoustic guitar. Learning takes place in a group, while each learner works at their own pace and receives feedback linked to personal goals. There is no formal assessment, making the course suitable for learners who prefer goal-based feedback during the sessions.

• Suitable for learners starting acoustic guitar from the beginning.
• Group learning is combined with individually paced development.
• Progress is reviewed through personal goals and tutor feedback rather than formal assessment.

Before you go

• Learners should bring an acoustic guitar. Those who need help sourcing an instrument should contact the provider.