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Beginning strings
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Beginning Strings is a limited-size class for students with little or no training on a stringed instrument (violin, viola, cello, bass) or those trained in Suzuki but not yet reading music. Students must be at least 9 years old, though exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. Parents are strongly encouraged to learn along with beginning students!Select this theme to customize and add content to this page.Beginning Strings is a limited-size class for students with little or no training on a stringed instrument (violin, viola, cello, bass) or those trained in Suzuki but not yet reading music. Students must be at least 9 years old, though exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. Parents are strongly encouraged to learn along with beginning students!
Beginning Strings meets from 11:00-11:50 on Mondays. Before the first class, participating families must meet with Mr. McBane for an instrument evaluation (if you already have an instrument) or an instrument fitting (if you don’t), and a consultation in which class requirements and expectations will be discussed. Each student must have an instrument of acceptable quality, either owned or rented. Bravo does not provide instruments! |
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preparatory strings
Preparatory strings is a smaller, limited-size class for students who already play violin, viola, cello or bass, but aren’t quite ready for Intermediate Strings. This class will work especially on music reading, playing in more keys, and understanding rhythms, as well as reinforcing basic technique. Preparatory Strings meets from 12:00 -- 12:50 on Mondays.
intermediate strings
Intermediate Strings is a string orchestra which plays easy to medium-level string orchestra music of many styles. Intermediate Strings meets from 1:00 -- 1:55 on Mondays.
ADVANCED STRINGS
Advanced Strings is a string chamber orchestra which plays moderately difficult student orchestra repertoire. Advanced Strings meets from 2:05 -- 3:00 on Mondays.