Explorer Strings Registration
This is an introductory group class for beginning violin/viola students that meets biweekly for 4 weeks (8 sessions total) in Summer 2024. We cover the basics for posture and set-up for both hands and learn Pre-Twinkle songs by rote using a Suzuki-based approach.
Please read About the Suzuki Method and watch the video provided. At the end of this introductory class, students may continue with a weekly private lesson and one weekly group class with me or another area teacher.
Classes will be held at 16080 NW 208th Way, High Springs, FL 32643 in a small group of 2-4 children. We will begin with a box violin and will not need an instrument during the first several sessions of the class.
Supplies Needed:
- Yoga Mat or pizza box lid
- empty egg carton
- empty toilet or paper towel tube
- rectangular eraser
- cardboard box (granola bars or cake mix sized)
*I will provide paint stirrer and dowel
Other recommended supplies for beginners:
Step by Step - Recommended book/CD
Polypad - recommended shoulder sponge
Instrument Information: When ready to progress to the instrument, it is important to obtain a good quality instrument that works well. The cheap starter violins sold on Amazon or eBay from China usually are not playable. I would recommend a rental instrument so that students can size up as they grow. Most shops will apply monthly payments towards the purchase price of a full-sized instrument.
Local option:
Gainesville Violins ($20 per month)
4908 NW 34th Blvd, Suite 17
Gainesville, Fl 32605
386-497-1844
National option:
Shar replay ($9.99/month for 24 months)
Shar Music Showroom
2465 S. Industrial
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Suzuki Group Class, Violin Book 1
This class is for students who are currently taking private lessons with an area Suzuki teacher in Suzuki Violin School, Volume 1.
If taking 30-minute weekly private lessons with me ($150/month), this additional class time is included in the lesson tuition fee. Students progress to this class after completing Explorer Strings with fewer than three absences.
The next class will begin in Fall 2024 following the UF Academic calendar.
Private Lessons
I offer Suzuki and traditional private lessons for violin and viola students, with savings built in for those who choose to pay tuition by month or by semester. Talk with me about which option would be best for your family. I offer one free trial lesson to new students to see if we are a good fit. I also accept cash, Paypal (elaurenburns@gmail.com) or Venmo @Violagator
Pay by month:
$150/month for 30 minute lessons, Suzuki group class is included in the fee (recommended for elementary school students who practice 20-45 min per day)
$225/month for 45 minute lessons (recommended for middle school students who practice 1h/day)
$300/month for 60 minute lessons (recommended for high school students who practice at least 2h per day)
Single lessons ($75 for 60 min)