Children can start violin lessons as early as 5 years old. The two most common methods of teaching the violin are traditional and Suzuki. The Suzuki Violin method is used for our youngest students. They learn many concepts by ear first, and can play a song within the first few months of lessons. Being able to play a song as quickly as possible, keeps the student motivated. After a year or two with the Suzuki system, students switch over to the traditional method. Later on, students can study fiddling or blue grass which are different styles of country music.

Recommended books:

All for Strings Book1&2(Ages 7 and up)

Essential Elements 2000 for Strings (ages 7 and up)

Artistry in Strings Book1 by Robert S. Frost & Gerald Fischbach (6 and up)

Suzuki Violin volumes 1 through 5

When looking for violin books, make sure that you have the violin part and piano accompaniment.