For Ages 8 to Teens (& PARENTS!)
Beginner Strings for Kids
Learn to play the violin/fiddle, viola, cello or bass. We will be learning in a fun, multi-instrumental setting, just like at school.
Family-friendly!
Parents are welcome to register to learn an instrument in the same class. Register your whole family together!
(Parents will be seated with parents where possible.)
Why learn in a group vs. privately?
Learning in a group provides everyone with a more holistic and authentic experience vs. private lessons. The opportunity to learn to work with others, accept each other’s skill level, and make music together is an experience that cannot be replicated during private lessons. Trust me, I’ve taught both!
With an experienced teacher, learning in a group can be much more motivating than learning on one’s own. Students often work harder and accomplish more because they look to each other for inspiration, and they look forward to the reward of the collaborative music-making experience.
Fees:
See details under each class.
Family discount of 10% with two or more registrations from the same immediate family if paid in full.
Please see the fee policy at the bottom of this page.
What you will need:
Please bring your own instrument and a folding music stand.
See purchase and rental options in the FAQ on the homepage.
Cellists will need an endpin strap.
Some materials will be provided.
Book will be required for Part 2.
Classes:
Beginner Strings – Part 1
In Part 1 you will learn the fundamentals of good string technique. You will spend most of this class playing songs by ear. You will also learn the basics of rhythm and start some basic music reading.
Beginner Strings – Part 2
For students who have completed Beginner Strings Part 1. You will spend more time learning to read music and continue to learn some music by ear, including fiddle tunes. You will also learn more bowing and fingering skills and start to play some basic ensemble music.
Beginner Strings – Part 3
For students who have completed Beginner Strings Part 2. In Part 3 you will learn the basics of shifting and playing in higher positions. We will also do more ensemble playing and tackle more rhythms. At the end of Part 3 you will be ready to join the Beginner String Ensemble!
Homeschool Beginner Strings Daytime Class
I would love to give home schoolers the experience of learning to play in a string orchestra class. If you are part of the homeschool community, request this class for the future.
Fee Policy:
- Full payment may be paid via e-transfer to
- If paying in installments, payments will be made through credit card on Stripe. Please contact me to set this up.
- A family discount of 10% can be applied to registrations from the same immediate family. The discount is only applicable when paying in full. The family discount is not applicable when paying in installments.
- Once payment is received, a confirmation email will be sent with details for the first class.
- Full refunds can be requested 7 days before the first class.
- A fee equivalent to 1 class + $25 will be charged if refund is requested 6 days or less before the first class.
- No refunds will be granted once the first class has started.
Need more information?
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
You can also check out the FAQs on the home page.
