GUITAR FOR TEENS

LONGAY CONSERVATORY OF GUITAR DOCUMENT /
UPDATED: MARCH 24, 2010

private instruction

LCG offers instruction for all levels by the highest possible educational standards. It gives us pleasure to offer our teen oriented program for those young people in persuit of an enjoyable exploration of this noble and beautiful instrument.

The approach emphasizes...

Solid, accurate and effortless technique
The production of a beautiful tone
Expression and interpretation
Comprehensive and diversified repertoire
Sight-reading skills
Opportunities for ensemble participation.

Also, it is well known that the refined technical abilities acquired through the study of the classical guitar enhances the ablility to play in any style including rock, folk or pop.

Private lessons are scheduled as 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions per week. The exact schedule is arranged with the instructor.

What kind of student are you?

You have the choice of two different tracks for lessons. Establishing clarity about the intent for studying classical guitar beforehand is helpful in creating an enjoyable and productive relationship between the student and the instructor.

The first is the casual track, with the understanding between the instructor and the student that the lessons and the weekly practicing are for relaxation and enjoyment.
The second track is the more serious one, with the student more intent on progressing through literature, developing solid technique and interpretation, and playing for others. In this track the student will be expected to create and maintain a consistent daily practice schedule, and be prepared for each lesson having worked thoroughly through the practice details outlined by the instructor from the previous week.

In addition, the school continues to feature master-classes with world renowned artists such as David Russell, George Sakellariou, Roland Dyens and Scott Tennant!

Christopher Mallett is gaining recognition as one of America’s promising up and coming classical guitarists whose style has been called “Mesmerizing” by the Oberlin Review

Christopher began playing guitar at the age of 13. Since then, he has earned a Bachelor’s Degree from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music where he studied with Stephen Aron and a Master’s Degree from the Yale University School of Music under the guidance of Benjamin Verdery on a full–tuition scholarship. Christopher has been Awarded Several prizes including the Eliot Fisk Prize for “outstanding guitarist” from Yale University.

To learn more about Mr. Mallett please see the Staff page.

Additional Offerings for Adults and Teens

The Conservatory is pleased to present the following offerings to broaden your musical foundation.

Small Group Instruction

In addition to private lessons instruction is available to adults and teens in small groups of 3 to 6 students. Contact the school for availablility and scheduling of these sessions. Instructor : Robert Miller
Download a private instruction registration form in pdf.

Guitar Orchestra!

The class is intended to create camaraderie among other guitarists while indulging in the creation of beautiful ensemble music. Instructor : Robert Miller
Download a guitar orchestra registration form in pdf.

Musicianship : Music from the Loft

A carefully sequenced and thorough introduction to music theory, rhythm, solfege and dictation. Instructor : Chris Pratorius
Download a musicianship registration form in pdf.

Registration Form

Contact the Conservatory by calling (408)343-0933 to arrange a consultation for private lessons and feel free to download an adult/teen registration form in pdf.

If you would like more information about instuction for teen or about our program in general, please feel free to contact Kim Buller by phone at (408)343-0933 or send an email to kim@longay.com.

Longay Conservatory of Guitar
Santa Clara, California