Bangalore Global Music Academy
(BGMA)
Online Music Classes
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Learning Made Simple!
Fast Track Comprehensive Guitar Program
(Flagship Guitar Program)
Level 1
(Beginner)
4 Months​ Duration, Six Modules
Level 2
(Intermediate)
4 Months Duration, Six Modules
Level 3
(Intermediate Advanced)
6 Months Duration, Six Modules
Guitar Required: Steel String Acoustic Guitar or Electric Guitar
A complete learning package
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Online One-on-One classes with an Instructor.
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Lessons in digital format with great attention to detail for ease of learning.
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Lesson videos for essential fundamentals, strumming techniques and lead techniques.
Program Overview
Note: Duration taken to complete the levels will vary depending on students experience, practice and other factors.
Level 1 & 2
(Beginner & Intermediate)
Basics
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Learn to read Guitar Tablature (TAB) and Chord Diagrams
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Learn various aspects of posture for right technique and playing comfort
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Learn important fundamentals, exercises and techniques to develop good Left & Right hand coordination
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Learn the aspect of "Time Values" using music notation
Chord Fundamentals and Techniques
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Learn the important Open position chords, other shapes of the chords, Power chords, and various chord progressions that are used to play thousands of songs from various genres
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Learn techniques & exercises to easily shift between chords in time to develop strong chord playing skills quickly
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Learn the fundamental strumming patterns and strumming techniques like Palm Mute that are used for dynamics & tone
Solo/Lead Fundamentals and Techniques
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Learn Alternate picking technique to play solos fluently
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Left & Right hand techniques & exercises to develop strong Pick attack & Control
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Learn various soloing techniques like vibratos, Hammer On/Pull Off, Slides, String Bending etc., and
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Learn to implement all solo techniques effectively in songs and instrumental pieces
Songs & Instrumental across genres
Learn to play songs and instrumental pieces from various genres to develop all round guitar skills in chords and lead.
Vocal Songs
For ease of learning every vocal Song is broken down with clear details of song structure, chords & progressions, strumming patterns & techniques, solo/lead, Riffs etc, along with audio tracks & backing tracks.
Instrumental Arrangements
Learn to arrange vocal songs and other musical pieces as instrumental arrangements to develop creativity and strong technical skills in chords and lead.
Assessments & Workshop
Throughout the program the assessments at frequent intervals and workshop are designed to evaluate students performance by identify specific areas for improvement and provide actionable steps to enhance playing leading to better skills and faster progress.
Level 3
(Intermediate Advanced)
Advance your techniques and song playing skills
The intermediate advanced level will up your playing skills to make you a technically strong player
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Learn bar chords and various bar chord progressions that are used to play songs from various genres
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Learn techniques & exercises to comfortably play bar chords and easily shift between bar chords in time to develop strong chord playing skills.
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Learn additional strumming techniques like staccato strum, dead note technique, rest technique etc. to develop strong strumming techniques for dynamics & feel.
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Learn to play technically advanced songs and instrumental arrangements to develop strong song playing skills in chords and lead.
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Workshop to develop stronger technical skills
Fingerstyle Basics
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Learn fingerstyle Picking & Plucking Techniques, chord arpeggio patterns and variations of "t-i-m-a" sequences to develop good right hand technique.
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Learn to combine fingerstyle picking, plucking and strumming techniques to play songs.
Fundamental Music Theory​
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Learn fundamental theory of Major & Minor scales
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Learn theory of Chord families and relationship with scales
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Learn to transpose songs to a different key and understand various scenarios for transposing music
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Learn various scenarios and theory behind using Guitar Capo
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Learn the theory of chord construction & Triads
Project (Optional)
Upon completing Level 2 of the program, students have the opportunity to take on a performance video project under the guidance of their instructor. The performance video project will provide students with substantial benefits in the following areas:
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Significant improvement in technical skills, including playing in time and presentation skills.
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A clear understanding of the dedication and practice necessary to prepare a song for performance.
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Enhanced abilities to perform confidently in front of an audience.
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1) Is there an age limit to enroll to the programs ? I am quiet old, can i learn the guitar at this age ?There is only a minimum age limit of 10 years to enroll, as the guitar programs are designed for adults and older children. There is no maximum age limit. Age is an irrelevant factor. Anybody can learn to play any instrument at any age. The only driving factor is the interest to learn and patience.
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2) Is the slot for class a permanent slot ?Yes the slot for class is a permanent slot on a fixed day & time of a Week. The slot will be fixed based on the students schedules and slot availability.
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3) Is online class a group class or One on One class ?Online class is a "One on One" class with a single student.
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4) What is the duration of an online class ?Duration of an Online "One on One" class is 40 Minutes.
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5) Do you provide Offline classes ?No, we do not provide offline classes.
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6) How many classes are provided ? Can i take more classes ?One class per week is the standard for all programs. In between the classes the practice that you do at home is most important. More classes will add value only If you are on vacation and have lots of free time to attend classes and practice a lot more. If you are on vacation, 2 classes per week can be taken for a short duration of 4 weeks or for the duration of your vacation.
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7) Who will be the Instructor taking the classes ?The instructor will be any BGMA instructor. For more info please visit "About Us" page of the website.
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8) Will the classes be taken by single instructor or multiple instructors?The classes will be taken by a single instructor for a student.
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9) Are the programs followed by all instructor's the same ?Yes. All instructor's follow the standard BGMA programs and training method.
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10) Should i practice at home ? How are the lessons provided ?Yes. Practice at home is important on the lessons that are done in a class. Classes are meant only for learning new musical pieces, reviews, technical and other discussions. Lessons are provided as digital files along with audio tracks, and lesson videos are provided wherever applicable.
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11) If i am unable to attend a class, can it be rescheduled ?Yes. The class can be rescheduled with advance intimation to instructor.
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12) Is Fee based on classes ?Fee is not only for classes, classes are only one part of the training. Fee is for the overall service of a system which includes the quality of the programs, program material, learning method and other factors.
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13) Should Fee be paid for a full program ?Generally fee follows a full course payment or other payment cycle. BGMA follows a 2 Month Payment cycle. Fee is to be paid for every 2 Months as long as student is enrolled in the program.
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14) Can i use phone for the Online classes ?No. A Laptop or desktop with broadband internet connection is a must.
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15) Is certificate provided ?Yes. After completing the any of the guitar programs, BGMA certificate will be provided in digital format. Additionally students can take up the RSL vocal grade exams and certification. For more info please visit the "Music Grade Certification" page.
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16) Where can i get more info about the "Fast Track Comprehensive Guitar Program" ?For the program overview and FAQ's, please visit the "Fast Track Comprehensive Guitar Program" page under the "Music Programs" menu or click here to visit the page.