STRINGS

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR:  RUTHIE SMITH

Ruthie  was classically trained in violin from a young age, was a member of Carolina Youth Symphony, was a member of chamber strings at the University level, hold a BS in Elementary Education, have been a private lesson teacher for 15 years.   I am a teacher and director of ministry by profession. I love watching students grow in their abilities and confidence levels. I have been teaching for 20 years which means I have students who are now adults and are teaching their own students! I've really enjoyed being with the group of string students here as an assistant the past two years so I look forward to another year at Velos. 

In this class, we will grow in note-reading, dynamics and ensemble awareness. 

Fall semester will focus on Christmas songs for our concert while strengthening our note reading abilities and working on listening to others as we play to create an exceptional ensemble atmosphere. 

Pre-requisite: Past or current private lessons helpful but not required. 

Target Grades:  4th - 12th

Schedule

Thursdays 8:30 - 9:15 AM

January 15 - April 9, 2026

Winter Break - December 15 - January 8, 2026

Spring Break - March 16, 2026

Tuition: $240.00 (12 weeks)