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Violin Masters FLEX Course: A Fun Introduction for the Beginner Violinist!

Completed by 16 learners
Ages 7-12
Live Group Class
In this course, we will learn all things beginning violin, including parts of the instrument, string names, how to play your first two songs, and more! Students will play familiar songs and connect with other new violinists!
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(216 reviews)

No live video meetings
6 weeks
3-8 learners per class

What's included

Class Experience

Do you want to play the violin? Do you have an instrument that you are just itching to play! Do you want to learn the basics, so you can actually start to play the songs you like?

*There are NO live meetings for this class. The material will be posted weekly and you can view it during the week at your convenience.* 

In this six session course, beginners will learn the violin fundamentals to play with confidence. They will learn how to hold the violin and bow, how to pluck the violin strings, how to play the violin with the bow, how to use their fingers to produce notes (fingerings) and how to play fun and easy to learn songs.

Homework will be a combination of written and video assignments. I will always reply by video to your submissions, with feedback on musicality, technique, and practice tips. Students will also practice their violin playing skills with each other in the Outschool classroom by posting songs, playing Tic Tac Toe, Scrabble, and More!

Week 1
Introduction - Violin Maintenance and Set Up, Violin Parts and String Names

Week 2
Violin Fingerings, How to Play "Hot Cross Buns", Gaining Finger Strength

Week 3
All about the Bow, Gaining Agility in the Bow (control)

Week 4
Learning Twinkle! Common Bow Mistakes

Week 5
Violin Spin the Wheel or Tic Tac Toe, Song of Choice, Reading Sheet Music 

Week 6
Final Violin Performance + Awards! Ultimate Violin Kahoot. Next Steps

**Please have violin tuned before classes and before each practice at home.

Examples of Flex Class Games and Activities: 

🎻Violin Notes Pattern Listening Game
🎻Spelling Bee with Violin Note Names
🎻Dessert Rhythms Recording
🎻Violin Trivia
🎻Review Worksheets and Coloring Sheets

...And more! 

Reminders: 
🎻Please have the violin tuned before playing, practices, and classes.
🎻Students will need to apply finger tapes by the 3rd class session. They may need parent help to put these on.

*FREE RESOURCES*

When enrolled, students will receive learning resources, including:

➡️A student workbook to bring to each class
➡️Play along videos for all new songs learned in class
➡️Daily practice tips and tricks + Games and Activities on the class page

*On the last day of class, students will be encouraged to upload a song they have learned in class. This is the perfect way to show what they have learned and feel confident that they have mastered a song!*

I look forward to seeing your beginner soon!

Learning Goals

In this six-week course, beginners will learn the violin fundamentals to start playing the violin strong and confidently. They will learn how to hold the violin and bow, how to pluck, how to play the violin with the bow, how to use their fingers to produce notes (fingerings) and how to play fun and easy songs, like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, and Hot Cross Buns! 

We will also cover over how the violin is tuned, how to take care of the violin, and some basic music theory - like note names and rhythms.

Other Details

Supply List
🎻An appropriate sized violin. If you are struggling to find an instrument, please let me know. 
🎻A shoulder rest or sponge is recommended for comfort and ease of playing. It is important to get the correct size. 
🎻A tuner or tuner app. I recommend "Tuner Lite" on the Apple App Store. 
🎻Rosin
🎻Finger tapes. Links to purchase are below. 

Finger Tape Options: 
* Can search on Amazon "finger tapes for violin"

Option 1:
https://www.amazon.com/Mark-Set-Instrument-Fingerboard-Tape/dp/B0016OMSYU/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=violin+finger+tape&qid=1605657375&sr=8-7

Option 2: 
https://www.amazon.com/Cridoz-Whiteboard-Pinstripe-Graphic-Electrical/dp/B07YHK1V3S/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=violin+finger+tape&qid=1605657411&sr=8-3

🎥Cameras will be on the entire class, due to the nature of violin lessons. 

Please make sure you are optimized for music on Zoom - 
*Optimizing sound for Music Lesson in Zoom: https://youtu.be/eb5dg98cSEM
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

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Teacher expertise and credentials
🎶“Music is the universal language of mankind.” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow 🎶

A warm welcome to you! I'm JennaLee or Mrs. M, and I am excited to share this opportunity for your family to gain skills like self-expression, confidence, and peer connection in the online classroom and in the world!

Learning should be both valuable and engaging, which I strive to offer in all of my classes. I also believe music is the ultimate expression of emotions and human connection, which is why I love to bring music to the Outschool classroom.

*My style for teaching is "out of the box" to instill a passion for lifelong learning.*

Philosophy:
It is important to me to offer a comfortable learning environment where students will feel free to express themselves and grow. Students will enjoy interacting with me and their peers with games that allow them to connect with others and express themselves, including their own interests and passions. 

Qualifications: 
- Experienced K-12 Music Teacher
- Bachelors of Arts Degree in Music Education (Violin and Vocal Performance) 
- 3 Years Experience General Music and Choir Teacher for Elementary, Middle and High School
- 10+ Years Experience Teaching Private Violin Lessons
- Lifetime Experience Studying and Performing Music

*My students have gone on to play in school orchestras, perform auditioned solos in choir, perform confidently in talent shows, and audition for various  musicals. The students are who make it possible, I just guide them to be their greatest! 

Classes I Teach on Outschool: 
- Beginner Violin Level 1 and Level 2
- Small Group Violin Lessons
- Private 1:1 Voice and Violin Lessons
- Singing Group Lessons/Club
- Signing Songs in American Sign Language 
- Violin and Voice Camps 


5 Fun Facts About Me!
1. I have 2 older sisters
2. I LOVE baking
3. My favorite park at Disney is Epcot
4. I’ve been playing violin for over 20 years
5. I taught choir in Singapore 


I can't wait to see your learner in class soon!


Office Hours: 
Monday - Thursday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. EST

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