Pluck & Bow

styles and techniques for Bowed string instruments

mondays, 5:00-6:00pm

REGISTER: January 4th - February 15th (Off for MLK Day)

60 minute classes • 6-Week Course • 10% discount for multiple kids!

Recommended for ages 6-12.

Price: $170

*this class can used as part of the young Artist Track

Course Description

One of the most exciting things about playing a string instrument is the myriad of sounds you can make with your instrument and the multitude of genres you can explore! In this 6-week course I’ll give you some tips and tricks to expand your palette of sounds and styles on your instrument. We will do some listening, playing, exploring, and experimenting and even welcome a guest or 2 to inspire us!

Prerequisites and technical requirements

This course is best for intermediate string players who feel comfortable on their instrument and ready to explore!

Comfort with two 8ve scales in a handful of keys preferred
Beginner-intermediate site reading capabilities
No shifting or vibrato required.

Course Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

Be comfortable making more sounds and expressing in more styles on your instrument!
Have an appreciation for the wide breadth of string repertoire and use in a myriad of styles and genres.
Be inspired to keep exploring on your instrument beyond the notes on the page!

Required Materials

An instrument, a bow, and an open ear!

Hi I’m Sara Callaway! I am a professional violinist, long-time educator, and serve as the Executive Director at LAM! I am classically trained but from early on I was exposed to improvising and that opened up later opportunities for me to play jazz, old-time fiddling, experimental, and led to work recording and touring with various bands and musicians across genres. I am excited to share my love for string instruments and the many sounds we can make!