Items You Will Need
Ready to start strumming? To keep things running smoothly, you'll need a little more than just the guitar itself. See the list below for the essential accessories required for your lessons.
Guitar Pic
Precision starts here.
Guitar Tuner
Nobody uses the real thing anymore, get the app.
(Click Me to download)
Capo
Clip on and play on.
Optional Gear
Guitar Amp
Big or small, doesn't matter at all!
FX Pedals
Put the Pedal to the... Er... Amp
Guitar Tuner
Well, you got to plug it somehow?
The Four Pillars of Mastery
At Learn to Jam, our Electric Guitar curriculum expands into four distinct pillars designed to take you from your first power chord to professional-level sonic mastery. This structured approach ensures that you not only develop a deep understanding of music theory and lightning-fast technique but also learn to command the technology behind the music. Each pillar represents a new level of proficiency, guiding you through a clear graduation path that bridges the gap between technical skill and professional sound design.
1. Foundational Guitar Techniques
Build a rock-solid rhythm through four progressive levels of guitar mastery. You will start with the absolute basics, including tuning and open chord shapes, before moving into advanced dynamics and difficult strumming patterns. This pillar focuses on timing and song structure to give you a professional foundation for any genre.
3. Fingerstyle Proficiency
Learn the "piano" style of playing—handling bass lines, harmony, and melody simultaneously with your fingers. You will begin with independent finger coordination and specialized time signatures before moving into high-speed technical patterns. Graduation from this pillar marks your mastery of the most intricate and rewarding acoustic guitar techniques.
2. Intermediate Chord Proficiency
Achieve total fretboard freedom by mastering the art of the barre chord. In this pillar, we revisit established techniques with a professional twist: no open strings allowed. You will build the physical strength and theoretical knowledge to play any major or minor chord anywhere on the neck, transforming the entire fretboard into your playground.
4. Gear Mastery
Move beyond the strings and master the science of your sound. This pillar explores the essential relationship between your instrument, amplifiers, and effects to help you dial in professional tones for any genre. You will learn to navigate signal chains, understand pickup configurations, and master the art of "the mix," ensuring your playing doesn't just sound right, but feels professional.
Each of these Foundational Pillars completed will reward you with a certificate to prove you have what it takes to play your heart out!
