Programs – MJ Strings Music Studio

VIOLIN

"Playing the violin is like holding a whisper in your hand and releasing it into the air with your fingers." - Caroline Goulding

On our violin classes, you can learn a variety of skills and techniques related to playing the violin. Some of the things you can expect to learn include:

Proper posture and holding of the instrument
How to hold the bow and produce a good sound
Basic music theory, including reading sheet music
How to play scales and exercises to improve technique
Different bowing techniques, such as staccato, legato, and martele
Vibrato and other techniques to add expression to your playing
How to play classical pieces and other genres of music
Performance skills, including stage presence and how to handle performance anxiety.

Ultimately, violin classes can provide you with a well-rounded education in the art of playing the violin, helping you to develop your skills and reach your full potential as a musician.

Levels (based on ABRSM and Trinity)

Beginners (Level 1) – Grade Initial – Grade 2
Intermediate (Level 2) – Grade 3- Grade 5
Advanced (Level 3) – Grade 6- Grade 8
Professional (Level ) – Diploma, Bachelors & Masters

Our recommendation:

1 or more lessons (30 min) per week for students under 5 years old, recommendation – beginners level
Intermediate: 1-2 lessons per week for 45 minutes each
Advanced: 2 or more classes per week lasting 60 minutes

* Private sessions ( one to one) only

PIANO

"Life is like a piano. The white keys represent happiness and the black keys represent sadness. But as you go through life, remember that the black keys make music too." - Author unknown

In our piano classes, you can learn a variety of things, including:

Music theory: Understanding how music is composed, including scales, chords, and harmony.
Sight-reading: The ability to read music notation and play it on the piano without prior practice.
Technique: Developing proper hand placement, finger movements, and posture to play the piano efficiently and comfortably.
Repertoire: Learning to play a variety of musical pieces, ranging from classical to contemporary genres.
Improvisation: Developing the ability to create music spontaneously, often by using a set of predetermined chords or scales.
Performance skills: Learning how to prepare for and deliver a polished performance, including stage presence, expression, and communication with the audience.
Music history: Understanding the historical context and evolution of piano music, including the work of famous composers and their contributions to the genre.

Overall, piano classes can provide a well-rounded education in music, as well as improve your cognitive abilities, hand-eye coordination, and overall enjoyment of playing the piano.

Levels (based on ABRSM and Trinity)

Beginners (Level 1) – Grade Initial – Grade 2
Intermediate (Level 2) – Grade 3- Grade 5
Advanced (Level 3) – Grade 6- Grade 8
Professional (Level ) – Diploma, Bachelors & Masters

Our recommendation:

1 or more lessons (30 min) per week for students under 5 years old, recommendation – beginners level
Intermediate: 1-2 lessons per week for 45 minutes each
Advanced: 2 or more classes per week lasting 60 minutes