Overview
Our popular Violin Beginnings Level 1 and Level 2 classes have combined to offer families one convenient 30-week class!
Students in Violin Beginnings start their strings journey at the very beginning, accompanied by their parents. Starting with learning to hold the violin and bow, students will learn fundamental violin technique in a musical and engaging way. Pitch and rhythm, which are essential building blocks for a young musician, will be taught through dynamic and imaginative games. New pieces and repertoire will be taught at each class, drawn from Joanne Martin’s Magic Carpet for Violin and the Suzuki Violin School, Volume 1. Special listening activities and story time in class will introduce students to the diverse history of the violin and classical music.
This class will be taught using a combination of Suzuki, Rolland, and traditional methods. Lesson books and class materials will be provided.
Students are required to rent/purchase their own child-size violin. Please read our String Instrument Rental Guidelines and be prepared to come to the first class with a violin. Please contact us at academy@gmu.edu if you have any questions.
Please Note: Parent participation, attendance in each class, and daily practice outside of class, is required. Younger and/or older students admitted with permission from instructor
Ages: 4-6 & 5-8
Dates: Tuesdays, September 12, 2023 – May 7, 2024
Ages 4-6, 5:15 – 6:15 pm
Ages 5-8, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Skip Dates: Nov 21, Dec 19, Dec 26, 2023 & Jan 2, Mar 26, 2024
Tuition: $825
Location: Mason Community Arts Academy Building in Fairfax, VA
Notes
- Families are asked to enroll students in the age group based on their age as of October 31, 2023.
- Families have the option to pay for this course in three installments with 1st payment due at registration. Remaining installments will be automatically charged on October 15 and November 15 (subject to $10 payment plan fee).
Ages 4-6, 5:15 – 6:15 pm
Ages 5-8, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Program Faculty
Marianna Wolpert
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Marianna Wolpert is a violinist and native of Richmond, Virginia. She is an alumna of the All-Virginia Orchestra and the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra, while she also is a current member of the Mason Symphony Orchestra of George Mason University. As a member of the Mason Symphony Orchestra, Ms. Wolpert received the high honor of being awarded the Graice Aitel Scholarship for excellence in music and citizenship. Additionally, she is a member of the American String Teachers Association and serves as Treasurer of its Mason Chapter.
Ms. Wolpert is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Performance and a Minor in String Pedagogy at George Mason University. She appreciates the inspiration that music making gives us and hopes to share her passion with her students.
Violin at MCAA
Families interested in beginning their violin journey at MCAA can start with out Violin Beginnings class, for ages 4-8. Students who wish to further their studies can start Private Lessons.
| Violin Beginnings | Private Lessons |
|---|---|
Ages 4-8 Students will learn fundamental violin technique in a musical and engaging way. Pitch and rhythm, which are essential building blocks for a young musician, will be taught through dynamic and imaginative games. | All Ages and Levels Improve your technique and repertoire, and enjoy music-making and performing with fellow students. |
Notes
- Please note that group classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not reached.
- Be sure to check our policies and procedures regarding registration, withdrawals, refunds, and more for fall or spring group classes.
- All students will receive a Welcome Letter via email at least 1 week before the class starts with all necessary details.
- Online registration closes 2 business days before the first class, however space may still be available. Please contact academy@gmu.edu for more information. A $10 late registration fee may apply.
- For additional information, please contact the Academy at academy@gmu.edu.