Starts January 2023

The course is arranged in six modules. PDFs and video lessons are provided. Each module includes lessons in each of FOUR categories: mindset, left-hand technique, right-hand technique, and heart & emotion.

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Image Stepping on Stage

You strap your guitar over your shoulder and start playing a few notes. Everyone gets quiet. Cell phones go dark. Then as the final note fades, this room of former strangers erupts into applause. The audience shouts, "Encore! Encore!" Wouldn't it be awesome if every show was like this?

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Course curriculum

  • 1
    Welcome to the course!
    • Getting Started
  • 2
    Module 1
    • Module 1 - Mindset - Fixed vs Growth - Video
    • Module 1 - Left Hand Position - HD 720p
    • Module 1 - Left Hand Exercises - HD 720p
    • Module 1 - Right Hand Exercises - HD 720p
    • Module 1 - Heart and Emotion - Singing - HD 720p
    • Module 1 - Right Hand Basics - Video
  • 3
    Module 2
    • Module 2 - Mindset - HD 720p
    • Module 2 - Right Hand - Finger Planting
    • Module 2 - Right Hand - String Crossings
    • Module 2 - Left Hand - Scale Technique - Video
    • IGG - Week 2 - Heart - Rhythm - HD 720p
    • Module 2 - Tone Study
  • 4
    Module 3
    • Module 3 - Mindset - Self Compassion
    • Module 3 - Left Hand - Chord Changes
    • Module 3 - Right Hand - Arpeggios
    • Module 3 - Tone Study - Arpeggios
    • Module 3 - Heart - Chord Balance
  • 5
    Module 4
    • Module 4 - Mindset - Examining False Narratives
    • Module 4 - Left Hand - Shifting
    • Module 4 - Right Hand - Tremolo
    • Module 4 - Heart - Finding the Melody in Chords
  • 6
    Module 5
    • Module 5 - Mindset - Dealing with Perfectionism
    • Module 5 - Left Hand - Barre
    • Module 5 - Right Hand - Staccato, Legato, and Pizzicato
    • Module 5 - Heart - Play with Phrasing
  • 7
    Module 6
    • Module 6 - Mindset - Community
    • Module 6 - Left Hand - Slurs and Ornaments
    • Module 6 - Right Hand - Timbre
    • Module 6 - Heart & Emotion - Connect with Emotion
  • 8
    Additional Resources
    • Journaling to Shift Your Mindset
    • Favorites Books and Podcasts
    • 5 Easy Fingerpicking Patterns

Plus

  • 6 Live group calls to discuss the lessons and answer your questions. Replays will be available. ($600 value)
  • Access to the private Facebook community. You don't have to worry about learning alone. 
  • Free Bonuses!

  • Sound like You

    Tone development exercises are included each week to help you find your unique sound.

  • Personalized Feedback

    Six one-on-one sessions to get custom feedback on your progress through the course.

  • Musical Intuition

    Learn how to tune into your inner musical voice, trust your intuition, and practice using your voice.

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Meet Your Instructor

  • Jennifer Levins

    Founder & Director of Guitar

    Jennifer Levins

    This course is taught by Jen Levins, Founder and Director of Ivy Girl Guitar. Jen studied classical guitar at the Hartt School and receive a Bachelor's degree in Acoustic Engineering and Music from the University of Hartford. She began her performing career in the Philadelphia open mic scene and has gone on to perform in New York City and Los Angeles. She composed songs for the musical "My Bestie" which premiered at the Los Angeles Fringe Festival. In addition to guitar, Jen is a vocalist and songwriter. She has worked with many teachers and mentors including Isabelle (Vocal Coach & Artist), Tina Shafer (New York Songwriter's Circle), Rick Barker (Taylor Swift, American Idol, Big Machine), Cari Cole (the Voice), Cathy Heller (Don't Keep Your Day Job, Catch the Moon), John Clinebell (Catch the Moon) and Kris Bradley (BoomFox Productions).