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. Additional teaching and support will be provided by the highly talented undergraduate and graduate students from the UNT College of Music under the direct supervision of Dr. Garcia. 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 one-on-one private lessons. Private lessons allow students the opportunity to work individually 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 & Spring)
Tuesday, 4:30-5:20pm

Beginning Strings is a group class designed for true beginner students ages 8-12+. Students may choose from violin, viola, cello, 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 read music or have had previous musical experience. Students will meet once per week as a group. Four 30-minute private lessons per semester are included with enrollment.

Chamber Orchestra (Fall & Spring)
Tuesday, 5:30-6:20pm

Chamber Orchestra is a beginner and intermediate ensemble designed for students ages 9-15 with 1+ years of prior string instrument experience. Prior enrollment in Beginner Strings is recommended but not required. Students may continue to learn violin, viola, cello, or double bass. Students will integrate key skills such as intonation, rhythm, and note-reading in an esemble 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 30-minute private lessons per semester are included with enrollment.