Group Strings Classes

A fun introduction to the violin for kids and families. Together, students and parents explore the basics of the violin including open positions as well as bowing technique and begin to develop musicality through singing, movement, and of course, playing!

Taught by outstanding violin instructors with decades of experience, the class relies heavily on the Suzuki Method and incorporates opportunities for creativity and performance.

Kids will be exposed to a wide range of musical traditions that can be played on this amazingly versatile instrument. This class provides an excellent foundation for advanced private lessons as students become adept with violin fundamentals.

Fall 2020 Session - Group violin

Group Violin - Academic Year - ONLINE

Session Dates: 9/12/20 - 6/19/21

Day + Time: Saturdays from 10:00am - 11:00am

Duration: 60 Minutes

Ages: 5-7 years old

Fee: $22/drop in session, $646/academic year ($17/class)

We are unable to give refunds or credits for missed classes

To register: Please click here or call our Registrar at (718) 638 5660.

To inquire about scholarships click here.

 


Group Violin - Introduction - Online

Session Dates: 9/12/20 - 1/30/21

Day + Time: Saturdays from 9:00am - 10:00am

Duration: 60 Minutes

Ages: 5-7 years old

Fee: $22/drop in session, $323/semester ($17/class)

*This class is only for one semester.  If the student wants to continue in group class for the next semester, they can transfer into the Group Violin - Academic Year class if there is a space on the roster.

We are unable to give refunds or credits for missed classes

To register: Please click here or call our Registrar at (718) 638 5660.

To inquire about scholarships click here.


Music Theory for Strings - Beginner - Online

Session Dates: 9/14/20 - 1/25/21

Day + Time: Mondays from 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Duration: 60 Minutes

Ages: 8+

Fee: $272

Description: This class, designed for younger and beginner string players (violin, viola, cello), will cover topics such as rhythm, note-reading, common string music notation, and string player vocabulary; also fingerboard "geography" and intervals will be taught.  Additionally, an introduction to composition will be included. Topics will be expanded as the students gain confidence in the basics. Some written homework and an occasional, low-stress, test will be given throughout the class. Listening will be part of the class as well, and oftentimes students will need their instruments out and ready for playing.


We are unable to give refunds or credits for missed classes

To register: Please click here or call our Registrar at (718) 638 5660.

To inquire about scholarships click here.


Music Theory for Strings - Advanced - Online

Session Dates: 9/14/20 - 1/25/21

Day + Time: Mondays from 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Duration: 60 Minutes

Ages: 12+

Fee: $272

Description: This class, for more advanced/mature strings players (violin, viola, cello), will review basics of rhythm, note-reading, eurythmics, and string notation and vocabulary. The class will also delve into keys, key signatures, circle of fifths (clockwise [sharps] and counterclockwise [flats]) and how the open strings of the instruments relate to the circles of fifths; and string player advanced vocabulary from languages such as French and German.  Also, basic harmony and chord progressions (and what chord progressions are) will be taught.  Tests, and brief demonstrations by students, will occur. Students will be presented with small opportunities to teach the class certain topics. Students should have their instruments available at each class, and be able to listen to music in and out of class.  Homework assignments will be given.

We are unable to give refunds or credits for missed classes

To register: Please click here or call our Registrar at (718) 638 5660.

To inquire about scholarships click here.