Violin Friends

Project Info

Project Description

Age: 5-6 Years Old (Kindergarten and 1st Grade)
Type: Instrument Friends
Term: Annual
Term Length: 15 Weeks
Schedule: Saturdays at 9:15am, 10:00am
Duration: 45 Minutes
Class Size: 5
Price: $1,260 (plus instrument rental or purchase)
Instructor: Johnna Wu
Contact: 718.622.3300, info@bkcm.org

Interested in another instrument? We also offer Piano Friends and Guitar Friends.

Intended for budding violinists aged 5-6 years old, students begin their journey with the violin in a cheerful group setting which integrates elements of improvisation and composition as well as essential musicianship skills such as sight reading, ear training and singing. Students learn how to hold the violin, pluck individual strings and how to use the bow with the right hand. Students also learn to identify strings, read basic rhythmic notation and begin to identify notes on the staff. 

Caregivers are required to attend in part each week and are provided with the resources and tools to help their child practice at home. At the end of each semester, students perform in a group recital, building confidence and performance skills.

*Students are required to rent a violin for this class. On the first day of class, students are sized for the violin, assuring a proper fit before renting an instrument. Information about violin rentals will be provided at the beginning of the school year. 

Annual Dates
September 9th to May 18th (30 classes)
Skip Date: January 2nd (NO CLASS)
Recital Date: June 1st (Afternoon)

Registration Info

Please call 718-622-3300 to speak to one of our registrars who will guide you through the registration process and answer any questions you might have. Financial aid is available for qualifying students. To apply please contact kris.mandapat@bkcm.org and fill out the financial aid application.

For complete information on our registration process and policies please click here

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