Spring Break Strings Boot Camp
This live zoom course will meet 3 times over the course of Spring Break. It will be a group instruction class for 2nd-3rd year players on violin/viola/cello/bass. We will focus on scales, technique, and fun tunes!
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What's included
3 live meetings
3 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. Students will be expected to practice the material taught in each session prior to attending the following session.Certificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
Intermediate Level
-Major scales including C major through E major -Speciality bowing technique and articulations -Specific bow exercises to strengthen and solidify bow technique -Focus on a solo tailored to each student's ability level Class is structured as a group lesson taught by modeling and demonstration. Students have the opportunity to interact throughout the class and will be expected to play their instrument over zoom so that I can help guide and assess the student. Although it is a group class that is welcoming of students of varying levels (2nd and 3rd year players), I will address each learner's specific needs and make sure all learners are working at their own pace.
Learning Goals
Major Scales from C major to E major with varied bowings, rhythms, and articulationsBow exercises specifically designed to strengthen the bow hold and develop hand and wrist flexibility
Syllabus
3 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Boot Camp Class 1!
C, G, and D Major Scales, technique exercises, introduction to a Suzuki solo 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Boot Camp Class 2!
Review previous scales, add A and E major scales. Explore different bowing articulations and technique exercises, continue progress on selected Suzuki solo. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Boot Class Camp 3!
Review all major scales with various bowings, finalize Suzuki solos. 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
This course is recommended for string players who are on their 2nd to 3rd year of playing. They should have at least 1 solid year of string lesson experience under their belt, as this content will be beyond the beginner level.
Supply List
-Your string instrument (violin, viola, cello, or bass) in good working condition and tuned. -Rosin -PDFs of sheet music supplied to you via the class
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
-Make Music program via https://www.makemusic.com/
-Material from the lesson book series such as String Basics, Rubank, and Suzuki.
-Teacher generated sheet music
Joined January, 2025
New on Outschool
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been an orchestra teacher for 18 years! I have directed 4th-5th as well as 9th-12th grade orchestra in public school this entire time. I built the strings program in my district from the ground up. I also teach privately outside of school, focusing on violin, viola, and piano and working with students of all ages and abilities.Reviews
Live Group Course
$60
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
2-9 learners per class
