Course Description
Rachel Durling, Violin Faculty
Of all the instruments a child can learn, few are as expressive, as versatile, or as deeply rewarding as the violin. In this small-group class, students are welcomed into the world of strings with patience, encouragement, and a whole lot of music.
Beginners start at the beginning — and that means learning the instrument itself. How to hold it. How to draw the bow. How to stand, position, and move in ways that feel natural and set good habits for years to come. From that foundation, students move into reading music, feeling and counting rhythms, and playing their first real pieces. By the end of the semester, they’re not just learning violin — they’re playing violin.
Important note: Students are required to bring their own violin to class. Students who complete Level I are invited to continue into Level II, where they deepen and expand everything they’ve built. Private lessons are also a natural next step for those who want to continue growing.
Level I
Tuesdays – 18 classes
4-4:45PM
Level II (Level I is a prerequisite)
Tuesdays- 18 classes
4:45 to 5:30pm
Fall session: September 1, 2026 to January 19, 2027 (no classes during fall and winter breaks)
Spring session: January 26, 2027 to June 1, 2027 (no classes week of March 29-April 4)