First Year Classes

Students in first-year classes are typically ages 8–11. On Tue, Sep 1, 2026 from 6-7:30pm, students may attend an instrument “petting zoo” and choose between violin, viola, cello, and bass (bass available only to students who meet a minimum height requirement). Classes meet twice weekly and focus on healthy posture and beginning note-reading skills. Enrollment is fall only; new students are not accepted in the spring semester.

School Orchestra Membership Policy: Students in the String Project must participate in their school orchestra program if one is available at their school for their grade level.

Attendance Policy: Students may miss no more than 3 String Project classes during the semester. Students with 4 or more absences may not participate in the final concert, but may continue coming to class. 

Tuition: $150 per semester

• Tuition includes a method book and all required music. 
• Student will be asked to rent an instrument after being sized during the Instrument Petting Zoo. 

Class Options:

• Tuesday & Thursday, 4:30–5:20 p.m. (Section A)
• Wednesday & Friday, 5:30–6:20 p.m. (Section B)
• Tuesday & Friday, 5:30–6:20 p.m. (Section C)