Class Code – GT1
This class is for those who wish to learn the guitar and have little or no experience.
Class not running due to low interest. Feb24 We are experimenting with remote learners joining the GT3 class as a hybrid.
Class Code – GT2
This class is for existing GFW Guitar members and new members who are already comfortable playing Guitar, but who can’t make it to Kelvin College. It is not a beginners class .
This improvers guitar class is designed to help play together. Improve your finger-picking accompaniment to songs, learn to strum along to fiddle tunes, try out some modern styles of playing, play our tunes in a flat-picking style – but most of all have a good time playing along with other musicians.
Class Code – GT3
GT3A – Kevin Patrick
GT3B – Heather Cartwright (Hybrid)
This class is for existing GFW Guitar members and new members who are already comfortable playing Guitar.
At GFW we like to play together and that’s what this improvers guitar class is designed to do. Improve your finger-picking accompaniment to songs, learn to strum along to fiddle tunes, try out some modern styles of playing, play our tunes in a flat-picking style – but most of all have a good time playing along with other musicians.
Due to popularity of this class, it may split in two, to keep a reasonable student / tutor ratio.
Class Code – GT4
This class is for guitarists who have some prior knowledge of first position chords and would like to develop their skills in folk accompaniment and tune playing.
You will focus on:
strumming patterns
tune accompaniment
melody playing
alternative chord voicings
learning by ear and reading tab (both options available)
7 classes per term from 7:15 to 9pm with a half time break
Class 2 fees are for the same person learning more than one instrument in the same term. e.g. Monday Whistle, Wednesday Fiddle
Concession fee applies to those in receipt of state pension: students on a recognised full-time education course: and those in receipt of certain state benefits such as Jobseeker’s allowance or Disability Living allowance.
Concession 2 fee, if you qualify for a concession, and take 2 classes in the same term e.g. Monday Whistle, Wednesday Fiddle
Monday / Wednesday early evening 45 minute classes – 6:15-7pm
Remain a GFW Member for member info, although not currently taking a class
Please note the GFW office operates on part time basis and is best reached via email