Program Overview

Guitar Award

Program Overview

Learn to perform like a professional guitarist with our 6-month Guitar Award program. You’ll be taught in small groups to maximize your learning potential in two college-level courses, Guitar Skills - Level 1 and Level 2. As a graduate you’ll come away with the power to deliver incredible guitar performances on stage or in a studio and you'll join a global alumni community with the likes of pointblank London graduate and X-Factor winner Leona Lewis. Learn from professional guitarists in groups of just 10 students or less and get the benefit of focused guitar instruction.

Courses

• Term 1
  • Guitar Skills - Level 1
• Term 2
  • Guitar Skills - Level 2

Student Spotlight

Musician

Luke Judy

Luke Judy is a guitarist, singer, actor, and pointblank grad based in LA who has found huge success acting in shows such as Twin Peaks and Criminal Minds, performing with his band DUPLEXITY, inspired by a mix of indie, rock, alternative, and metal music.

Expert Instructors

Daniel Brummel

Chief Academic Officer

Multi-instrumentalist producer, recorded & toured with Weezer, Nada Surf, Spain, Ozma, Sanglorians, and more. Bachelor's & master's degrees in music from UCLA & Cal State LA. Composer for Lifetime TV show American Princess.

Included with Program

Students in this program receive software included with tuition and enjoy exclusive discounts including but not limited to:

• 50% off Ableton Live Suite
• 50% off MSRP on NI Komplete 14 or Komplete 14 Ultimate
• 70% off Eventide plugins
• 55% off Roland Cloud Ultimate

Career Opportunities

Following a few difficult years of the pandemic, the music industry is now in a period of rebuilding (14% bigger in 2022 compared to 2021) meaning that there are more opportunities than ever to forge a new career as a vocal performer. A renewed interest in gigs, festivals as well as more productions and sync work means that there are lots of options to establish a range of exciting careers in vocals, composing or engineering in the studio or live.

• Session Guitarist/Backing Guitarist
• LIVE ARTIST
• GUITAR TEACHER
• LIBRARY/SYNC MUSIC CREATOR
• RECORDING ARTIST
• FUNCTION/TRIBUTE BAND MEMBER

FAQ

• Are there any admission requirements? Admission into any college-level program at pointblank requires that the prospective student:
  • Be 18 years of age or older (under age 18 may be accepted only with signed parental consent)
  • Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent
  • Be provided a current pointblank Music School Catalog
  • Sign a School Performance Fact Sheetand an Enrollment Agreementfor their program
• What equipment do I need to take this program? A guitar and a capo are required to take this program. An acoustic guitar (nylon- or steel-string) is recommended and preferable; electric guitars are also acceptable, but acoustic guitars are preferred. All other equipment you need will be provided on campus. If you decide to buy additional equipment, we will be happy to facilitate student discounts for you with leading industry partners.
• When are the classes scheduled? For each 10-week course in musicianship, piano, guitar, or bass, classes normally meet once per week for 2 hours on a weekday in one of the following timeslots:
  • 10:00am – 12:00pm (Morning Session)
  • 12:00pm – 2:00pm (Noon Session)
  • 2:30pm – 4:30pm (Afternoon Session)
  Class schedules are confirmed and released two weeks prior to the start of each quarter. Please call for the most up-to-date information on scheduling and class availability. Our facilities are also open for student use from six to seven days a week, giving you valuable time in the studio to practice your musicianship or instrumental exercises and reinforce your new skills outside of class sessions.
• Do you provide student housing? Our students have many options for housing accommodations near pointblank Los Angeles. Please visit our Student Accommodation page or Contact an Admissions Advisor for more info.
• I work full time. Can I enroll? Yes. Classes are usually available in the evening and on weekends, and we will be happy to arrange a class schedule that works around your other professional commitments. Please check with an Admissions Advisor to see what scheduling options are available by calling or by completing the Contact Us form.
• I'm an international student. Can I enroll? International students have different options for attending pointblank classes depending on their country of origin. These include the B2 visitor visa, the ESTA visa waiver program, and more. We do not offer F or M student visas at this time. Further information for international students can be found here on our International Students USA page. Please call or contact us for assistance.
• Help! My question is not answered here. If you have further questions, please contact an Admissions Advisor or call us directly at . You may also review the pointblank Music School Catalog for complete information about our programs and policies.