Learn Guitar Online - Introduction

This 1-on-1 online live course is for all beginners who aspire to take their first step in the world of Guitar. This course will begin with an overview of instrument anatomy wherein the instructor Samarth Desai will help his students know the instrument, get comfortable with it, identifying each part and its importance. The course then progresses to musical notes and identifying them on the fretboard. Once these basics are mastered, the students will learn the basics of music theory including classification of time, pitch, and note values, a basic level of left/right hand rudimentaries and exercises, and left/right hand techniques. 

Further, this course will cover more foundational information such as students will learn about scales (theory and practical use) and ear training.  Finally, instructor Samarth Desai will guide individuals in learning how to play simple songs on the Guitar.

The highlights of the course include -

• Introduction to the parts of the guitar, the names of the strings, tuning, and technique—whether finger-style or pick. 
• Exploring the basics of music theory with topics such as scales, triads, power chords, and fingering and shapes.
• Grasping the basic techniques that are needed to begin playing acoustic or electric guitar.
• The students will learn an easy approach to start playing quickly and acquire the basic skills required for them to upgrade to intermediate-level level guitar courses.

About the Teacher

Samarth Desai is a Hindustani classical guitarist and composer. He started learning music under his father’s tutelage. Later, he chose Pt. Mallikarjun Taralgatti to be his mentor for classical music. He has earned National Award in National Youth Festival, Punjab, and also the 5 State Awards.

Samarth developed his unique Hindustani classical style which earned him accolades on different musical platforms. He even performed in reality shows like India’s Got Talent with the Punch band. He has shared the stage with legendary performers such as Pt. Jayatheerth Mevundi, Hariharan, RoopkumarRathod, and many such luminaries from the music world. He is a regular performer at musical concerts and events in and outside of India.