GuitLessons

Need to meet them and find out if they are totally new to guitar or bass , or if they have some experience. I will inspect their instrument to make sure it is adequate , and / or  recommend some adjustment or a restringing which I can typically do myself or point them to someone thats qualified in their area. If they have little experience we are going to start with a brief explanation of the guitar , and its parts, which string is which , frets , what fingers to use , and tips on how to tune. Once the student has a basic understanding of these fundamentals. I will start them out with some basic chords like E, E minor , A minor , and so forth. I will instruct them to download and print some basic chord charts or purchase a basic book of chord shapes , Mel Bay , or something comparable.  will also familiarize them with picking some single notes and how to begin strumming....    If the student can already play somewhat , I will usually find out what style or styles they favor  and gear some instruction in that direction. I find it important to give the student some kind of homework that will help them to develop in the direction that interest them. I hope to establish some goals for them that will keep them interested and engaged while keeping it fun for them.