Strings Learning Suites – Group Classes
Choose either the violin or cello group class, which is available exclusively for String Learning Suite Level 1. Designed for students ages 6 to 10, this course builds a strong foundation of technical and performance skills for musicians at the start of their journey. Students are welcome to join this class as a follow-up to the First Strings program or as new beginners with no prior strings experience.
When you register for the entire package, you’ll save 10% on your total tuition and secure your spot for the year. This holistic approach is pedagogically vital for string players; it bridges the gap between private practice and group performance, ensuring you develop the theoretical knowledge and rhythmic precision needed for orchestral and chamber success.
Violin Group Classes
This group class introduces young learners to the essentials of string playing, including proper instrument posture, bow hold, and fundamental finger patterns. Through a mix of group repertoire and ear-training exercises, students develop the rhythmic precision and tonal awareness necessary to progress toward the Minuetto level.
- Sep 14, 2026–Jun 21, 2027| Monday 4:00 PM 5:00 PM
- Sep 17, 2026–Jun 17, 2027 | Thursdays 5:00–6:00 PM
Cello Group Class
This group class introduces students to the foundational mechanics of the instrument, with a primary focus on balanced sitting posture, proper endpin height, and a relaxed bow grip. Young cellists will begin developing their ‘cello voice’ through basic finger patterns and resonant open-string exercises. The curriculum emphasizes ear training and steady pulse, ensuring students are well-prepared for group ensemble playing and future progression into the Minuetto level.
- Sep 17, 2026–Jun 17, 2027 | Thursdays 5:00–6:00 PM