Gerald Klickstein, Joseph Pecoraro

In addition to academics, guitar students enroll in private guitar lessons, guitar performance class, music theory, ear training, ensembles and additional arts electives. Students receive one or two weekly private lessons plus a weekly two-hour guitar performance class, where they develop confidence performing in front of an audience. Students cover a wide range of material designed to develop technical, artistic, sight-reading, ensemble and performance abilities. They are also encouraged to develop a repertoire based on individual interest. The curriculum focuses on classical guitar. However, many students also participate in jazz improvisation courses, jazz band, and form their own groups to perform other music styles. Internationally renowned guest artists supplement the curriculum with on-campus performances, lectures and master classes.