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The Student and Tutor continued their guitar lesson, reviewing note identification and finger placement for existing songs. The main new academic topic was the introduction and practice of octaves and octave chords, which the Student applied through various exercises. A substantial part of the session focused on refining a challenging rhythmic pattern for a specific song, with the Student working on timing and synchronization at different tempos. The Tutor assigned follow-up practice for this rhythm, stressing the importance of distinguishing between slow and fast parts.

Student and Tutor continued their work on the song "Jesus and Tequila" by Minutemen, focusing on its chord progression, riffs, and bridge section, which involved Dsus2, D, and Dsus4 chords. They also discussed advanced picking techniques, chord voicings like the F-shaped D chord, and broader music theory concepts related to blues and punk aesthetics.

Student and Tutor discussed critical aspects of guitar setup, including adjusting action via the bridge and truss rod, and exploring the differences between humbucker and single-coil pickups. The Student then practiced a new punk rock song, "London Dungeon," focusing on its main lick, verse strumming, and chorus progression. The Tutor encouraged the Student to continue practicing the song and to pick up their other guitar from the shop with its new setup.

The student and tutor focused on essential guitar skills, including tuning, string identification, and the formation of two fundamental open chords: E minor and A minor. The student practiced finger placement, strumming techniques, and exercises to improve chord recall and sound clarity. Future practice will involve refining these chords and working towards smoother transitions.

The Student and Tutor reviewed fundamental guitar techniques, including picking exercises and scale practice, and introduced more complex barre chord shapes. They also explored music theory concepts such as fretboard note relationships, the chromatic scale, and how note positions determine chord names. The Student was encouraged to continue practicing scales and chord shapes, with a focus on experimental finger positioning.

The Student and Tutor reviewed and practiced a comprehensive list of guitar chords, including both open and bar chord shapes, emphasizing correct finger placement and sound clarity. They also explored the notes on the guitar fretboard, differentiating between natural and accidental notes, and practiced a chromatic scale exercise across various fretboard positions to enhance finger dexterity and picking coordination. The Tutor encouraged daily practice of these flexibility exercises.