MUS-613Elective
Beginning Strings
A first-year orchestra class where students learn violin, viola, cello, or bass from the very first note.
Grade 6 · Year
MUS-712
Strings 7
A second-year orchestra class where string players add new positions, keys, and bowing styles.
Grade 7YearElectiveArts pathway
Description
Strings 7 continues the development of violin, viola, cello, and bass players who have completed a first year. Students refine their intonation, learn new finger patterns and keys, and explore expressive bowing techniques. The orchestra works on balance and ensemble listening through more demanding repertoire. Students perform together at concerts during the year.
What students learn
- Play in multiple keys with improved intonation
- Use new finger patterns and shift toward additional positions
- Apply expressive bowing styles such as legato and staccato
- Listen and balance within the string orchestra
- Perform intermediate orchestra repertoire at concerts
Signature project
The orchestra prepares an expressive feature piece for the spring concert.
Related courses
MUS-812Elective
Strings 8
The top string orchestra, where players take on advanced repertoire and refine their technique.
Grade 8 · Year