First day of music class, Max's hand shot up. 'I'm in for guitar lessons!'

New to school, Emma watched others. She whispered, 'Maybe I can play too.'

Emma's neighbor, Sam, noticed her interest. 'It's fun. You should try!' he said smiling.

Music teacher Mr. Reed announced, 'Pair up, time to tune these guitars!'

Max offered, 'Emma, wanna pair up?' Emma nodded, happy for the company.

Under Mr. Reed's guidance, they tuned their guitars, matching pitch perfectly.

'Now, let's strum a simple chord,' Mr. Reed demonstrated with ease.

Together, Max and Emma tried. Strums were shaky but they laughed, undeterred.

Weeks passed, their guitar strings sang clearer, friendship strengthening with each note.

Facing the class, they played a duet. Music filled the room; applause followed.

Mr. Reed praised, 'Well done! Your practice and teamwork really paid off!'

After class, Emma said to Max, 'Thanks for being my friend and duet partner.'