Ever been to a party, a gig or just a gathering, and someone started playing the guitar and you just wished you could have music flow through your fingers too? Robin’s introductory guitar workshop is what you need and will teach you all the basic aspects of guitar playing and more. You will not only learn to play 4 chord songs, but will also learn about basic music theory, correct posture, techniques, applications, song learning and simple music composition.
If you’re eager to embark on your guitar journey but find it challenging to commit to regular workshops, contract guitar lessons might be the ideal solution for you. Platforms like https://staytunedguitar.com/ offer flexible online lessons, allowing you to learn at your own pace and fit the sessions into your busy schedule. Whether you’re a beginner seeking to master the basics or an intermediate player looking to advance your skills, these virtual lessons provide personalized guidance and expert instruction.
The 2 hour long workshop will be held once a week, over 4 weeks, and covers the following topics:
- Tuning and basic guitar maintenance
- Posture and basic Left/Right hand techniques
- Groove and rhythm
- Expression
- General music theory and fretboard knowledge. ( Music Reading isn’t required )
- Major, minor, pentatonic and blues scale
- Strumming techniques
- Left hand finger style
- Basic open chords and construction formula
- Bar chords
- Power chords
- Song learning with styles ranging from folk, rock, pop, blues and more
- Creative Guitar – what does playing guitar mean to you?
It might sound a lot and words like theory and techniques might sound a bit scary but they are not at all. The best secret to successful guitar learning is firstly you got to have fun doing it while understanding how they all work together in music.
Equipment
- Guitar – Acoustic or Electric (if you don’t have one Robin can help with guitar purchasing).
- Guitar tuner and picks.
- Metronome – not necessary but highly recommended.
- Memory Stick or Portable hard drive – students will get a copy of the music used in each workshop as well as example recordings.
Cost 950 RMB, 850 RMB for members.
Time Every Tuesday evening from May 14th (the 14th, 21st, 28th, and June 4th) from 7:00 – 9:30.
If you would like more details about Robin’s workshop please write to robinsixstring@gmail.com
Robin Liu is a Taiwanese who immigrated to New Zealand and came to Beijing 2 years ago to continue his pursuit of music. While in Auckland, he taught guitar and band mentoring in School of Rock while touring up and down the country with his original band IFK. After IFK disbanded he busked on the Queen street for 8 months, paying for his flight ticket to Beijing.
During his stay in China, he has toured with different bands, traveling from Inner Mongolia to southern China. Featured in the Chinese version of X factor, and in the movie “Flowers of War,” Robin is now the guitarist of three bands. The Big John Blues band plays the blues, Original band 16 mins plays Alt Rock and Elephant Fresh plays Hiphop/funk. Robin also teaches at The Western Academy of Beijing. His eastern and western upbringing and music/industry experience have helped him to develop an effective way of teaching.
Some of Robin’s personal achievements include:
- RIP guitar competition 2nd place
- NZ battle of the bands Auckland final
- Best guitarist in the Yamaha Asian Beat China national final.
- East China Final 2nd place
- Beta three battle of bands 2nd place China final;
- Numerous release including DVD. His band 16mins first ep XXRR is underway.
If you have the chance to catch him in action you will see a passionate player who instils his unique creativity and fire into his instrument. Off stage he is a humble regular joe and a great guitar tutor who is ready to share with his student with everything he knows about guitar and music. Check out his Youku channel to have a listen yourself.
