Violins-R-Us

 Violins-R-Us is a beginners’ violin program filled with fun, challenging activities geared to help foster student curiosity and enthusiasm for playing the violin.  The program is flexible enough to adapt to the needs of the school and can function as a day of hands-on workshops; a 4-day residency or after-school program.  Each student is provided with a violin to use, which will give them a chance to explore playing the violin in a fun and engaging setting.  The program is designed for grades 3-8, is educational and connects with Common Core as well as North Carolina Essential Standards.  Furthermore, Violins-R-Us can help reinforce important skills learned in the classroom setting such as teamwork and collaboration.

Our hands-on interactive workshops provide an array of various colored violins for each student in the class to play.  Students learn to play music of different genres and time periods through a succession of interactive activities that address multiple learning styles.  Students learn to listen and play together to contibute to the success of performing as an ensemble.  Each workhop includes various colored violins for students to play and can accommodate up to 25 students per class, plus a Teacher.  Workshops can last from 45-60 minutes based on the school schedule.  (Please allow for 10 minute breaks between workshops and 30 minutes for lunch.)

Our residencies are designed for 4th and 5th grade students who are preparing to transition into middle school programs where they have opportunites to choose electives.  Violins-R-Us provides 3 days (45 – 60 minutes per class) of immersion in playing the violin, which can occur consecutively or one day for three weeks.  Learning to play an instrument in a fun, interactive setting can help allay any fears or concerns students may have about choosing music electives.  Furthermore, they learn the value of listening and playing together while being a member of an ensemble.

Our after-school program lasts for 3 days (one 45-60 minute session per day) and takes place after regular school hours.  On the last day, Parents are invited to a concert performed by the students.