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Student and Tutor focused on foundational guitar techniques, including proper chord fingering, pick usage, and muting. They introduced the A minor pentatonic scale and the theory and application of power chords (5-chords and 4-chords). The session concluded with the student beginning to learn open chords for "Island in the Sun" by Weezer, with a recommendation to practice the chord changes and power chord variations.

The Tutor and Student focused on fundamental guitar techniques, starting with a review of basic finger exercises. They learned and practiced several open chords, including E minor, E major, A minor, and C major, emphasizing correct finger placement and smooth transitions. The session also introduced the PIMA fingerpicking system and applied it in a basic tablature drill, while also touching on note identification on the fretboard and the structure of chords. For homework, the Student was encouraged to practice the introduced chords and fingerpicking, and to listen for songs they might want to learn for the next session.

The Student and Tutor conducted an introductory guitar lesson, reviewing the Student's existing chord knowledge and learning E major and D minor. They practiced transitioning between chords using a short progression and began working on the chromatic scale to improve finger dexterity. The Tutor also provided initial guidance on fingerpicking technique.