Mr. Beratis
Room 407
Intro to Guitar I Course Description
OVERVIEW OF INTRO TO GUITAR
In this class students will be learning the basic fundamental skills needed for learning to
play the guitar. Students will work on beginner music theory, finger mechanics, rhythm,
melody, chords and building their ears to excel in music.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
The attendance policy is identical to the SHS policy. A student is allowed seven excused
absences per quarter. Three tardies to guitar class results in one unexcused absence. If
you feel like you will be late please ask for a pass from your previous teacher.
GRADING POLICY
50% Participation
30% Weekly Lesson
20% Tests and Quizzes
SUPPLIES
Students will need a pencil, song book and guitar everyday for class. If the student brings
these items to class daily they will receive full credit.
Contact informationMr. Beratis
Room 407
203-977-4306
gberatis@stamfordct.gov
STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AND CLASS EXPECTATIONS
2013-2014
Please read and sign indicating that you have read and agree with the
information, procedures and policies in the course description and classroom
expectations. Return the completed form to your son/daughter’s teacher as soon
as possible.
I have read the course outline completely for the following course:
GUITAR INSTRUCTION I
and will maintain academic excellence by adhering to all expectations set forth by
the classroom teacher and Stamford High School.
Student Name (Print): _________________________________________
Student Signature: ____________________________________________
Teacher Name: ______________________________________________
Date: ______________________________________________________
I have read the course description and classroom expectations for the following
course:
GUITAR INSTRUCTION I
and understand the requirements and expectations of my son/daughter in this
course. I will encourage my son/daughter to arrive to class on time, complete all
assignments to the best of his/her ability, and support academic excellence.
Parent/Guardian Name (Print):
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Parent/Guardian Signature:
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Parent/Guardian Email:
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Contact Number (Home/Cell):
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Guitar I Performance Rubric
Each performing concept will be graded using the rubric below.
4
3
2
1
Student shows
complete
understanding of
performing concept.
Student provided
accurate tempo,
rhythm and chord
accuracy.
Student shows
above average
understanding of
performing
concepts. Student
provided above
average tempo,
rhythm and chord
accuracy.
Student shows
some
understanding of
performing
concepts. Students
provided some
knowledge of the
tempo, rhythm and
chord accuracy.
Student shows little
to no understanding
of performing
concepts. Student
provided little to no
understanding of
tempo, rhythm and
chord accuracy.
Tempo-
Rhythm-
Chord Accuracy-
Total Points-
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