String
Ensembles
String Ensembles in Grants Pass
Playing in ensemble gives students a place to collaborate with other young musicians—creating a community that works together to make music none of them could create alone. As they learn and play with others, they gain confidence and skills that private lessons simply can't teach.
String Orchestra (beginners ages 9+):
This a class is for beginners who want to learn violin, viola, or cello. Each week they will learn the fundamentals of string playing, including body positioning, bowing, playing from memory, reading sheet music, and music theory. In this supportive group environment, students can build confidence quickly. As they progress, they'll add simple string ensemble arrangements to their unison pieces.
Members discount: 50% if also taking private or group lessons with us
String Quartet (ages 10+ who can sight read in 1st position):
Our String Quartet is for those who are ready to move beyond playing their instrument alone. Here, students step into chamber music—the small-ensemble tradition at the heart of string playing. Each week they develop the skills of quartet playing that go beyond private lessons, including blending across four independent parts, matching tone and bowing, holding their own line while three others hold theirs, and learning to listen, lead, and follow without a conductor.
Note: Students provide their own instrument. Instrument rentals are available through Great Northwest Music.
Meet the Instructor
Julianne Burdis