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Rockin' Guitar

A music education program for teens that blends guitar lessons with personal development in a fun and creative way.

Course Overview

A music education program for teens that blends guitar lessons with personal development in a fun and creative way.

Course Highlights

  • Participants will be provided with guitars for the duration of the course.
  • In addition to class time, participants will be encouraged to practice at home, with guidance provided by jam tracks and videos.
  • Guest speakers, such as professional musicians and songwriters, will be invited to share their experiences and insights.
  • Each class will have a strong focus on fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Course Outline

  • Class

    Get to Know Your Instruments

  • Class

    Understand the systems: How to read chord/tab sheet

  • Class

    Synchronize: Right and left hand coordination

  • Class

    Explore your options: Understand chord shapes & scales

  • Class

    Enjoy the groove: Timing and playing along

  • Class

    Find what feels good: Improvisation

  • Class

    Intro to Songwriting

  • Class

    Express Yourself: creating melodies

  • Class

    Crafting Song Structure

  • Class

    Time to perform

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Here’s what a few teachers had to say about their classroom experience;

Teacher Testimonials

“Thank you so much for visiting our classroom. My students were extremely engaged throughout the presentation. It was wonderful seeing them light up with excitement.”

— Ms. Sandoval, Dearing ES

“The presentation was informational yet intriguing. The students were immersed and engaged from beginning to end.”

— Mrs. Glover, Marion Cahlan ES

“Life by Music inspired many students to play music. They were engaging and fun, and I’d love for them to come back every year!”

— Mr. Timog, Dickens ES

My name is Ryan Patrick Boylan

Life By Music Founder

Founder and Director of Life By Music - a non-profit organization focused on getting instruments and music resources into the hands of at-risk youth, teens and veterans.

I was given the opportunity of learning music in school and it truly changed my life for the better. I’ve been a recording artist and touring musician since 2010, and my experience with the rock and rolls of the music industry have led me here – to fulfill a deeper purpose by sharing music with those who need it most.

Working with children has been one of the greatest accomplishments of my life. So I got together with some of the most talented artists I know to develop a fun, inspiring booklet that would not only teach music chords, but share virtues that help make this world a better place. Good Attitude, Bravery, Compassion, Discipline, Equality, Friendship and Gratitude. All principles that we believe can help make a child’s life more positive and fulfilling.

Ryan Patrick Boylan

Founder