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CLASSICAL GUITAR

RCM Preparation

Build Strong Technique. Develop Your Musicianship. Achieve Your Goals.

Whether you're a beginner learning classical guitar for the first time or an advanced student preparing for an RCM examination or competition, iPickGuitar provides structured classical guitar instruction designed to help you develop strong technique, musical understanding, and confidence.

Students can follow the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) curriculum from Preparatory through Level 10, while developing the technical and musical skills needed to become a well-rounded guitarist.

A Complete Classical Guitar Education

Classical guitar is about much more than learning individual pieces.

You'll develop the technique, coordination, reading skills, and musical understanding needed to approach increasingly challenging repertoire with confidence.

Lessons can include:

  • Classical Guitar Technique — Develop proper posture, hand position, finger independence, tone production, and efficient technique.

  • Scales — Learn scales systematically to improve finger coordination, accuracy, speed, and understanding of the fretboard.

  • Arpeggios — Develop right-hand control, consistency, coordination, and fluency through structured arpeggio patterns.

  • Technical Patterns & Exercises — Work through exercises designed to strengthen both hands and improve overall playing technique.

  • Sight Reading — Develop the ability to read and perform music more confidently.

  • Music Theory — Build an understanding of rhythm, notation, harmony, keys, and musical structure.

  • Classical Repertoire — Study a variety of pieces appropriate to your level while developing musical expression and interpretation.

  • Performance Skills — Learn how to prepare, perform, and present your music with confidence.

RCM Classical Guitar — Preparatory to Level 10

Looking to follow a structured program?

iPickGuitar offers classical guitar instruction based on the RCM curriculum from Preparatory through Level 10.

Students can work progressively through their level while developing the technical and musical requirements needed for their RCM journey.

RCM Exam Preparation

Preparing for an RCM exam can be exciting — but it also requires organization, consistency, and focused preparation.

Lessons can help students prepare for the different components of their RCM studies, including:

  • Repertoire

  • Technical requirements

  • Scales

  • Arpeggios

  • Technical patterns and exercises

  • Sight reading

  • Ear training and musicianship

  • Performance preparation

  • Exam practice and mock performances

The goal isn't simply to get through an exam.

It's to develop the skills and confidence that allow you to perform your best.

Develop Technique That Lasts

Strong technique provides the foundation for everything you do on the guitar.

Students work progressively on scales, arpeggios, patterns, exercises, and repertoire to develop:

  • Finger strength and independence

  • Left- and right-hand coordination

  • Accuracy and control

  • Rhythm and timing

  • Speed and agility

  • Tone production

  • Fretboard awareness

  • Musical expression

  • Confidence in performance

As your technique develops, you'll be better prepared to take on more challenging music and continue progressing through the RCM levels.

Prepare for Competitions & Performances

Want to take your playing beyond exams?

iPickGuitar can also help students prepare for guitar competitions, recitals, auditions, and other performance opportunities.

Competition preparation can focus on:

  • Selecting appropriate repertoire

  • Building technical consistency

  • Musical interpretation

  • Stage presence

  • Performance confidence

  • Memorization

  • Practice strategies

  • Mock performances

You'll learn not only how to play your pieces, but how to perform them with confidence, expression, and musicality.

From Your First Notes to Advanced Classical Guitar

Every student starts somewhere.

Preparatory & Beginner

Build a strong foundation with proper technique, music reading, basic scales, patterns, rhythm, and introductory repertoire.

Intermediate Levels

Develop greater technical control, explore more challenging repertoire, strengthen sight reading, and prepare for RCM examinations.

Advanced Levels

Refine technique, musical interpretation, repertoire, and performance skills while preparing for advanced RCM levels, competitions, auditions, and performances.

A Structured Path for Serious Progress

Classical guitar rewards patience, consistency, and good technique.

With the right guidance, students can develop their skills step by step rather than trying to figure everything out on their own.

Learn the fundamentals. Build your technique. Master your repertoire. Prepare with confidence.

Ready to Take Your Classical Guitar Playing Further?

Whether your goal is to complete an RCM level, prepare for an exam or competition, perform on stage, or simply become a better classical guitarist, iPickGuitar can help you build the skills to get there.

Start your classical guitar journey today.

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