Junior Violin

Junior Violin is an introductory program for children aged 5 to 8 who are beginning their journey on a string instrument. Designed for absolute beginners and students with minimal experience, the program provides a supportive and engaging environment where foundational violin skills are developed through structured, age-appropriate learning.

Rehearsals focus on basic bowing and fingering technique, posture, rhythm, coordination, and early music-reading skills. Notation is taught from scratch, allowing students to build confidence as they learn how music is written and performed. While the program is instrumental in focus, some learning activities may include simple singing and movement to support musical understanding.

Junior Violin also supports important learning behaviours. Students are encouraged to be respectful of others, stay focused, and care for their instruments responsibly. Small group learning allows for individual guidance while fostering cooperation and listening skills.

The program is purely developmental and does not have a formal performance outcome, although students may be invited to participate in studio concerts when appropriate. Junior Violin provides a cost-effective way for families to explore their child’s interest in string playing before progressing into private lessons and ensembles such as Poco a Poco Strings.

This program offers a strong foundation for future musical study while nurturing confidence, curiosity, and enjoyment of string playing.