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Rock 101 Graduation Requirements

ROCK 101 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST (in order of priority)

Please consult with your child's instructor


GUITAR:

__ Knows how to tune their instrument

__ Basic amplifier operation

__ Knows how to count time & basic note values

__ Plays single note simple riffs in time

__ Plays root/5 power chords in time

__ Knows musical alphabet on E & A strings


BASS:

__ Knows how to tune their instrument

__ Basic amplifier operation

__ Can play songs/simple riffs in time

__ Knows how to count time & basic note values

__ Knows musical alphabet on E & A strings


DRUMS:

__ Plays quarter and 1/8 note feels

__ Can count off songs

__ Maintains tempo for at least 3 minutes

__ Knows basic parts of the Drum Kit

__ Can play basic fills & crashes


KEYS:

__ Knows musical alphabet across keyboard

__ Basic operation of keyboard with ability to switch sounds and control volume

__ Knows how to count time & basic note values

__ Can play with both hands

__ Can play major/minor chords


VOCALS:

__ Can sing on pitch

__ Can memorize lyrics

__ Has basic understanding of cues for backing vox

__ Knows how to count time & basic note values

__ Knows how to work a Mic Stand