All classes take place on The University of North Texas campus and align with the semesters of the university’s academic calendar. The Executive Director of String Project is Dr. Miguel Garcia, Assistant Professor of String Music Education in the UNT College of Music. UNT Teaching Fellow and master teacher Louanne Greer will be the Graduate Director. Dr. Garcia and Ms. Greer bring a combined 50 years of teaching experience to String Project this year. Additional teaching and support will be provided by the highly talented undergraduate and graduate students from the UNT College of Music under the director supervision of both directors. It is the priority of all String Project instructors to provide an excellent and affordable string instrument education within a safe, welcoming, and kind learning environment for every single student.

Our catalog of classes is designed to accommodate string students at all levels of playing and provide musical experiences beyond what students may be learning in their school orchestra program.

Enrollment includes the weekly group classes and four 1-on-1 private lessons. Private lessons allow students the opportunity to work one-on-one with a String Project instructor to develop their technique and receive individualized feedback and support.

Group Classes (Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass)

Beginning Strings (Fall only)
Beginning Strings is a group class designed for true beginner students ages 7-12+. Students may choose from violin, viola, cell, or double bass. Teachers will guide students through the basics of ear training, posture, and playing. Beginning Strings students do not need to be able to reach music or have had previous musical experience. Students will meet once per week as a group. Four 1-on-1 private lessons (30 minutes each) are included with enrollment.

Wednesdays, 4:30-5:20pm

Pre-Orchestra (Fall only)
Pre-Orchestra is a beginner ensemble designed for students ages 7-12+ with 1-2 years of prior string instrument experience. Prior enrollment in concert Strings is recommended. Students may continue to learn violin, viola, cello, or double bass. Teachers will help students integrate key skills such as intonation, rhythm, and note-reading in an ensemble setting. This class is meant to help students develop their instrumental technique through repertoire so they are prepared for larger ensembles in the future. Students will meet once per week as a group. Four 1-on-1 private lessons (30 minutes each) are included with enrollment. 

Wednesdays, 5:30-6:20pm

Eclectic Styles Youth Orchestra (Fall & Spring)
Eclectic Styles is an intermediate ensemble class for violin, viola, cello, and double bass. it is designed for students of all ages with 3+ years of prior experience on their instrument. Eclectic Styles is designed to help students learn diverse repertoire and improvisational skills beyond traditional note-reading. This class focuses heavily on style and musicianship and is recommended for students who are already comfortable with basic skills. Students will meet once per week as a group. Four 1-on-1 private lessons (30 minutes each) are included with enrollment. 

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:20pm

Concert Strings (Spring only)
Concert Strings is a beginner ensemble that is a continuation of the curriculum from Beginning Strings. Prior enrollment in Beginning Strings is recommended. It is a beginner ensemble class for violin, viola, cello, and double bass designed for students ages 7-12+. This is a group class that emphasizes ear training, music reading, and basic technique. Students will experience a joyful, positive, and fun introduction to their instrument while learning key musical skills in a collaborative environment. Students will meet once per week as a group. Four 1-on-1 private lessons (30 minutes each) are included with enrollment.

Wednesdays, 4:30-5:20pm

Sinfonia (Spring only)
Sinfonia is an intermediate ensemble class for violin, viola, cello, and double bass. It is designed for students ages 9-16+ with 1-3+ years of prior experience on their instrument. Prior enrollment in Pre-Orchestra of Eclectic Styles Youth Orchestra is recommended. Sinfonia will focus on music reading, ensemble skills, and intermediate technique. Teachers will primarily conduct students in true ensemble rehearsals centered around diverse and challenging repertoire. Students will meet once per week as a group. Four 1-on1 private lessons (30 minutes each) are included with enrollment.