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The student and tutor focused on guitar bar chord technique, practicing F# minor and B minor chords. They worked on forming these chords, including simplified versions for beginners, and discussed the differences between major and minor chords. The student was assigned to practice these two chords and was introduced to E minor for future lessons.

The student and tutor reviewed and practiced guitar songs, focusing on "Come as You Are" and bar chord techniques. They also explored new song options and practiced rhythm with a metronome. The student was assigned to continue practicing bar chords and working with "Smells Like Teen Spirit" at a specific tempo.

The Student and Tutor worked on guitar techniques, specifically tackling the B minor bar chord and the general concept of bar chords. They practiced finger placement, pressure application through targeted warm-ups, and applied these skills to playing 'Can't Help Falling in Love.' The Tutor also introduced the F# minor chord and assigned practicing both bar chords and recording practice sessions for self-evaluation.

Student and Tutor engaged in a Guitar lesson, focusing on technical exercises, fretboard note identification, and practicing a challenging song. They reviewed techniques like sweeping and bending, discussed strategies for improving speed, and identified new sections of the song to practice. Homework includes practicing specific notes and a new clean section of the song.

The class involved a detailed practice session on guitar chord progressions for the song "Falling in Love With You," addressing specific lyrical transitions. The Tutor demonstrated both a simplified and an original version of the chord progression, introducing the B minor bar chord and its proper fingering. The Student was assigned to practice the simplified version of the song up to the second verse.

Student and Tutor worked on guitar techniques and song practice, focusing on a two-string warm-up and completing full songs. They reviewed and practiced "Come as You Are" by Nirvana, including a new bending technique, and began learning "Knocking on Heaven's Door" by Bob Dylan, discussing specific chords and rhythms. Homework includes practicing warm-ups, both songs at increasing speeds, and major/minor bar chord shapes; the next session is scheduled for Tuesday.