Classical Guitar Essentials – The Basics Part 1 Course Syllabus

Overview: This concise, beginner-friendly course is designed to get you playing classical guitar with confidence in under an hour. You'll learn essential techniques, read standard notation, tune your guitar, and play real two-voice melodies like 'Jingle Bells' and 'Lambada'. With clear, slow-motion demonstrations, each module builds quickly on core fundamentals, making it ideal for absolute beginners who want fast, tangible progress. Lifetime access ensures you can revisit lessons anytime.

Module 1: Guitar Anatomy & Tuning

Estimated time: 0.13 hours

• Identify the parts of the classical guitar
• Learn how to assemble and disassemble the guitar
• Understand nylon string types and care
• Use a tuner or tuning fork to tune the guitar

Module 2: Reading Notation & Fingerboard Notes

Estimated time: 0.17 hours

• Introduction to standard music notation
• Understand note values and rhythm basics
• Map notes on strings 1 through 6
• Play single notes on open strings and first three frets

Module 3: Technique Fundamentals

Estimated time: 0.25 hours

• Distinguish between rest-stroke and free-stroke
• Proper thumb positioning for right-hand technique
• Practice basic finger-style exercises
• Develop consistent tone through rest-stroke drills

Module 4: Two-Voice Playing & Melodies

Estimated time: 0.43 hours

• Play two independent voices simultaneously
• Learn simple classical-style arrangements
• Perform 'Jingle Bells' in two voices
• Play 'Lambada' with steady tempo and accuracy

Prerequisites

• Beginner-level familiarity with guitar (optional)
• Access to a nylon-string classical guitar
• Basic understanding of musical concepts (helpful but not required)

What You'll Be Able to Do After

• Correctly tune and maintain a classical guitar
• Read standard music notation for guitar
• Play simple melodies using proper technique
• Perform two-voice pieces with clear tone and control
• Apply rest-stroke technique and thumb positioning in practice