These group lessons are designed to complement individual tuition children are already having either privately or at school with the idea of giving them the chance to take part on a weekly small ensemble (up to 8 students per class). Chamber music is one of the most important experiences for a young musician; it helps develop not only musical ability but also social and team-working skills. We started this project with the idea of giving our private students the opportunity to perform and share learning with their peers, as this could be one of the best motivations to play an instrument! It’s known that individual lessons are the core of instrumental teaching but they are not enough by themselves; musicianship and ensemble playing are key for a thorough development of the young musician. We also know how hard it is for parents to find enough time for their children to attend individual+musicianship+ensemble+orchestra classes. That’s why we have designed this program in which musicianship and ensemble are integrated in the group lesson, so the one-to-one can be more focused on technique and repertoire. Regular concerts are held at the end of every term to share all the work done with families and friends and to give students the opportunity to perform regularly in front of an audience.
4:00-4:30, EARLY YEARS: singing, movement, mini-percussion, essential aural skills and lots of fun for 3-5 years old. The violin is introduced gradually through games and simple activities.
4:30-5:10, INITIAL STRINGS: musicianship and ensemble playing for 6-8 years old children. Beginners and Pre-grade 1 standard or similar.
5:10-5:50, INTERMEDIATE STRINGS: musicianship and ensemble playing for 8-10 years old children. Ideally in Grades 1-2 standard or similar.
5:50-6:30, ADVANCED STRINGS: musicianship and chamber music for 10+ years old children.
