Rock 101 with Spike Johnson

Rock 101 is a Saturday afternoon group class that provides students the opportunity to put the skills they are learning in lessons to use in a group setting and take their playing to the next level. Music is a language and in this class we will go from knowing a few phrases to having a conversation. In other words, we will be learning full songs as a group and thus making the transition from riffer to a rocker.

This class is geared towards beginner to intermediate electric or acoustic guitar students. Students will be expected to know the basic chords, G, C, D, A, F, Em and Am. They will need to be able to play power chords and simple single note melodies. Also, students should be comfortable reading chord charts and tabulature.

In this class students will learn songs from artists such as Greenday, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and The Beatles to name a few. The focus will be on developing rhythm in song playing.

Each student will be given a binder with the music and chords from the songs we will be working on. They will also receive a CD with songs and backing tracks to practice playing along with.

This is a 4-week, hour-long class. The sessions will be ongoing and students are welcome to attend as many sessions as they please. The total cost for one 4-week session is $100, which is due upon registration. Classes are held Saturday afternoons. Call 847-432-6350 for times and to reserve a spot.