technique, theory and aural skills as applied to guitar; fingerboard organization of melodic and chordal topics; sight reading. MPGU 259 Functional Skills for Classical Guitarists I (2, Fa)Fundamentals of music theory experienced through the medium of the classical guitar. Topics include analysis of important guitar works, basso continuo realization, arranging, and improisation. Recommended preparation: !"#$ %&%a. MPGU 459 Functional Skills for Classical Guitarists II (2, Sp) 'danced theory and composition on the guitar. (eekly analysis exercises, arranging pro)ects and studies in improisation and ornamentation are directed toward creating an original solo or chamber work for guitar. Recommended preparation: !"#$ %&%b, !"#$ %&&b.