The PAthfinder Strings Program

The Pathfinder Strings Program is an after-school offering for students in grades 4-8.  
\Students can elect to play one of four instruments: violin, viola, cello, or bass.  

The program includes three groups:
Beginning Strings - for those who have never played a string instrument before.
- Meets from 3:00-4:00 pm on Mon/Wed in the music room. First day is Mon. 9/25/23

Strings Ensemble - for those who have already taken Beginning Strings or have for 1-3 years of formal training on their instrument
-Meets from 3:00-4:00 pm on Tues/Thurs in the music room. First day is Tues. 9/26/23

Advanced Strings - for those students who have for 4-5 years of formal training on their instrument or have been invited to join by Mrs. Ludwig based on a skill\
assessment.    
-Meets from 3:00-4:00 pm on Fridays in the music.  First day is Friday, 9/29/23

Enrollment for strings is for the entire school year, with no fee to sign up.  
3-5 days per week at home practice is required for all strings students.

Please do not make instrument rental arrangements before your child has registered and been measured by Mrs. Ludwig. You will receive information to assist you in renting or purchasing an appropriate size instrument for your child.

Performance obligations:
Winter Concert - December 7, 2023
Spring Strings Concert - May 21, 2024
Grandparents & Special Friends Day - May 24, 2024

Deadline for strings sign up is Monday, September 11, 2023

Please email Jennifer Ludwig, Pathfinder Music Teacher, with questions: jludwig@thepathfinderschool.org