How to Choose the Right Violin for a Newbie Violinist
In this class, beginning violin students will learn how to shop for a violin according to their family's budget, know where to shop, what to look for, how to choose the correct size, and how to determine a violin's sound quality.
Mrs. G.
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What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students will be encouraged to talk with their parents about their family's budget and their intended time commitment in studying the violin. Students can measure their arm length at home or go to a violin store to be custom fitted by a professional.Class Experience
In this half hour class, beginning violin students will learn the things to look for when shopping for a violin. We will discuss how to shop according to a family's budget (renting or buying), shopping at a music store vs. shopping online, what things to look for, how to choose the correct size, and how to determine a violin's sound quality. This class is lecture based class and will include slides and violins of various sizes as visual props. Open discussion is encouraged at the end of class.
Learning Goals
Student will learn how to discern the difference between an unplayable violin and a playable violin.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from California State University, Sacramento
Hello! My name is Mrs. G., and I'm from San Diego County. I am an instructional designer and online teaching specialist who has worked in the field of online education for the past seven years. I also have knowledge and experience working with neurodiverse populations.
I love Outschool because it gives me the opportunity to work from home and teach topics that I'm passionate about.
I try my best to instill a relaxed, supportive, and fun learning environment where learners are comfortable talking and asking questions. I enjoy getting to know my learners, their learning styles, and their interests. Come and take my courses!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
1-6 learners per class
