At this time we can offer violin and cello classes for beginners and advanced students and an orchestra class. This is our second year and participation has been growing. Together with Opequon Elementary School there are a total of 44 students enrolled in the Berkeley County String Program. Students receive two 30 minute classes per week. Advanced string students take part in a one- hour orchestra class in addition to their two classes.
Lessons are free of charge and are scheduled during call-back time.
Parents are asked to pay for the rental of an instrument, a method book and a music stand. A student's participation in the string program is a commitment for the whole school year. Last year's students successfully performed at the Spring Concert in May, played for sixth grade orientation, and entertained the residents of a retirement home. In the future we would like to offer violin,viola, cello and bass lessons so we could have a complete string ensemble. Our goal is to make string classes available at all Berkeley County Schools.