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Guitar Workshop for Teens

Scotty Swan • Music - Instruments

Bring the beat into your school with this Guitar Workshop for Teens, a dynamic, artist-led experience that blends musical technique with creativity and self-expression.

Ideal for Grades 8–12, this workshop teaches students:

  • Foundational chords, rhythms, and strumming styles
  • How to build and perform their own music
  • The cultural and historical roots of guitar-based genres
  • How music connects to emotion, identity, and community


This isn't just about learning to play — it's about finding your voice. Whether students dream of rock stardom, songwriting, or just want to try something new, this workshop fosters confidence, focus and artistic passion.

Grade Suitability7-12
Maximum Class Size6
Time Required30 min instruction, 30 min prep
Material Requiredguitars (provided by school)
Language of InstructionEnglish
CommunitiesCarmacks, Dawson City, Mayo, Pelly Crossing
Special NotesThis workshop can be an extended program.

Scotty Swan

Yukon Magic: Canada's #1 Magician, Scotty Swan

 MAGICIAN / MENTALIST / YOUTH SPEAKER / MUSICIAN

Scotty Swan is a dynamic performing artist, magician and musician known for his high-energy, interactive shows that blend music, magic, storytelling and live looping into unforgettable experiences. As an Artist in School and touring performer, Scotty has inspired thousands of students through engaging workshops that make creativity come alive. Whether he's teaching guitar, building confidence through magic or layering beats in real-time with his loop pedal, Scotty's mission is simple: to spark imagination, encourage self-expression and make learning fun.

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