Carson City Symphony's
"Strings in the Schools"
2008-09
Carson City Symphony’s comprehensive program of string
instruction, inspired by the teachings of Kató Havas, creator and author of The
New Approach to Violin Playing, provides free beginning violin lessons
for students grades 2-5 and ensemble/orchestra experience for string students
in all grades in the Carson City School District. Tuition and books are subsidized by the Carson City Symphony
Association. The instructor is Sue Kitts. Enrollment is limited and is on a first
come, first served basis. Pre-registration
is strongly encouraged.
Some scholarships are available for instruments. Please do not rent or purchase an
instrument until after the first class.
To register, call Sue Kitts at 775-297-3437.
NOTE: Registration
for 2008-09 is closed.
Pre-registration for the 2009-10 season is open.
Beginning Violin Lessons - Grades 2-5
Mondays,
after school until 4:15pm
Seeliger
Elementary School
2800
S. Saliman Rd.
Begins
September 8th
Pre-Orchestra Violin Ensemble - For
the student who has successfully completed beginning violin
Wednesdays,
after school until 4:15pm
(1:30
to 2:45 on Early Release Days)
Empire
Elementary School
1260
Monte Rosa Dr.
Begins
September 3rd
Mondays,
4:15 to 5:00pm (please arrive at 4:00pm for tuning)
Seeliger
Elementary School
Begins
September 8th
String Orchestra - For
all string students who have successfully completed the pre-orchestra class or
have previous experience on violin, viola, cello, bass, or harp
Thursdays, after school until
4:15pm (High School and Middle School students, and adult mentors, should
arrive at 3:15pm)
Seeliger Elementary
School
Begins
August 28th
Youth Orchestra - For
more advanced string players.
Contact Sue Kitts 297-3437 for more information.
Thursdays,
4:15 to 5:15pm
Seeliger
Elementary School
Carson City Symphony's
"Strings in the Schools" program is funded in part by grants from the
Nevada Arts Council, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a
federal agency; Carson City; the Sierra Philharmonic League; and private
donations.
"Strings in the Schools" is a member of 
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information click here.
Updated 11/5/08