The most well-known of our group offerings, the Bow-Dacious String Band consists of about 50 kids, aged 6 through high school, who get together weekly to play popular music styles on violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, mandolin, banjo and other stringed instruments.
| Class | Bow-Dacious String Band |
|---|---|
| Instructor | Robin Kearton |
| Meeting Time | Sunday 3:45 – 6:00 pm for grade school ages; 4:45 – 7:00 pm for middle and high school ages |
| Duration | 12 weeks. No class on February 5, March 18 and April 8. |
| Meeting Location | Rm. 226 C4A |
| Ages | 5 – 18 years |
| Proficiency | Anyone who already plays a stringed instrument (see below) |
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| Cost | $125 |
| Next Offering | January 22, 2012 |
This band performs a lot–over 120 times in the past 7 years! The repertoire is drawn from traditional and popular music genres from around the world. Our emphasis is on improvisation, developing strong ensemble skills, and learning applied music theory as it relates to the tunes we play.
Eligibility:
Admission is open to anyone who already plays a stringed instrument. We admit new members at the beginning of each semester. Adults who want to play may find their own peer groups in our Cretaceous Band or other adult group classes.
Although we don’t accept absolute beginners into the band, admission standards are designed to be inclusive; we have minimal skill requirements. Students are divided into groups according to age and skill level, and each group receives instruction that is just a bit challenging for their level. Placement in groups is at the discretion of the director.
Summer Camp:
We also have a week-long summer camp each year. Adults are encouraged to attend camp too! You can learn about camp by visiting here.
