Registration for SPRING 2012 is now open.
Beginners must wait until FALL 2012. Sorry!
New and returning students use different forms to register for the Spring 2012 String Project. All registrations are on a first-come-first-served basis, so send in the form and deposit ASAP. Checks will be cashed mid-January 2012.
Returning Students Download this Form to register for theSpring 2012 classes (as of November 21)
Students NEW to the String Project Download this Form to register for Spring 2012 (as of November 21)
If you are unable to download the forms, please email us.
Enrollment in the String Project is a commitment. If a child is accepted into the String Project, his/ her parents must see that he/she attends classes regularly, practices daily, completes written and listening assignments, and is exposed to activities that encourage and enforce musical interest.
During the school year, interested parents and students are invited to observe regular String Project classes. Please see the dates and times indicated on this site and email your intention to attend to sacstringproject@hotmail.com.
Prospective students and their families often attend classes to observe.
String Project encourages all parents to attend the classes as frequently as possible in order to better assist their child's daily practice. Note taking and after-lesson questions are encouraged and always appreciated. Should you decide to begin your string study with another teacher, please let them know of your interest in the String Project, so that both you and your teacher can plan accordingly.
 SPRING 2012
String Project classes meet twice a week (Monday and Wednesday at 4:45) for 50 minute sessions. The fee for the Spring Semester group class/orchestra is $100.
SPRING 2012 DATES are listed on the calendar page.
Only students who already have some experience playing violin, viola, cello or bass will be accepted for Spring 2012. Students new to the String Project need to audition. Students will be assimilated into either the orchestra or the class of beginners which began in Fall 2010. If the student does not have the minimum level acceptable for class, the fees will be refunded or they can be assimilated into the beginner's class..
Classes are Mondays & Wednesdays from 4:45-5:35 in Capistrano Hall rooms 223 and 227. Consult the calendar page to see vacation dates.
Students already enrolled in school programs are highly encouraged to take this low-cost opportunity to gain extra experience.
 Audition requirements:
For 2012, students new to the String Project need to audition (play a scale, short piece of your choice and sight-read) in room 227 on February 6th. Send in the Registration Form so we will be expecting you for the audition. Registration forms for Spring Semester are downloadable from the top of this page.
The minimum level for the orchestra includes being able to play a one octave D scale, the first 5-7 pieces of Suzuki Method book 1, and to be able to read eighth notes, quarter notes, half notes, whole notes and the corresponding rests in first position on all strings. Experience with C Major is also expected at this level. Experience with F and Bb major is recommended.
The minimum level need in order to be assimilated into the beginner's class includes being able to play a one octave D scale, rhythmic variations of Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star and the Twinkle Theme in D Major, Jingle Bells (starting on F# on the D string), and to be able to read quarter notes, half notes, whole notes and the corresponding rests on the D and A strings.
A new class for beginners will start in September 2012.
FALL 2012
String Project classes meet twice a week (Monday and Wednesday at 4:45) for 50 minute sessions. Consult the calendar page to see vacation dates which will be determined in the Spring. The fee for the Fall Semester group class/orchestra will be around $100. There is an additional minimal supplies fee payable at the beginning of the semester (usually around $15-$20). Optional individual lessons are available to students enrolled in the group class.
Parent meeting:
New Student Parent Meeting will be held in Capistrano Hall Room 227 – at a date to be determined.
Parents of students who have already participated in the String Project will not have a special meeting this year, but should be prepared to fill out the requisite permission papers at the first class meeting.
FIRST CLASS DATE –
Classes for former students & new students with one year minimum will begin on a date TBA, (usually one week before the new beginners) in Capistrano 223.
NEW BEGINNERS –
The first class will begin at 4:45 on a date TBA in Capistrano 227
 The New Beginner class started in fall 2011 for students in grades 3-10 and another will begin in the fall of 2012. (NO new beginner class will be offered in January 2012.) Violin or Cello are offered in this class but students need not make an instrument decision until after the first class. Instruments are not provided, but please do NOT acquire an instrument until after the parent meeting and first class where the student will be measured for an appropriate instrument. We teach the students correct positions using simulated instruments, so you will have about two weeks to obtain an instrument. We have found that student progress is actually faster and more accurate using this system and the initial sounds made on their instrument are quite pleasant!
EXTRA CLASSES:
Once enrolled for the 4:45 to 5:35 group classes, the students are eligible for optional individual lessons at an additional fee. These lessons will be scheduled on Mondays or Wednesdays between 5:45 and 6:35. All students will benefit from this instruction and you are encouraged to enroll your child for the most extensive option you find possible.
* IMPORTANT * You must be enroll in the 4:45-5:35 group lessons to enroll in the extra lessons.
Robla School District parents registering for these extra lessons will be responsible for picking their child up at CSUS and completing all necessary permission slips with the school district in order to do so.
All lessons will be completed between dates TBA. Please consult the exact lesson schedule at the first class of the semester.
LESSON OPTIONS: Prices are for the complete semester and are in addition to the $100 basic group fee.
Ten 25 minute individual lessons - cost: should be about $150
Five 25 minute individual lessons – cost: should be around $80
Series A Mondays:
Series B Mondays:
Series A Wednesdays:
Series B Wed.:
ABSENCE POLICY:
Once the schedule is made, you are responsible for getting your child to all classes. In the rare instance that a teacher is unable to teach, we will find a replacement teacher or the class will be rescheduled. If your child is unable to attend a lesson or class, we will be unable to schedule a replacement lesson and the class will not be reimbursed.
INTERESTED STUDENTS and WAITING LIST
From May to October, you should download the registration forms and send them in in order to secure your place in the fall class.
From October to April, if you would like to be put on our waiting list, please copy into an email the following categories, fill in the information and email it to us.You will still need to fill out the registration form downloadable from the top of the page and send in the deposit. to secure your place in the class.
Child's name:
Parent's name:
Email:
Phone number(s):
School:
Grade in Fall 2012:
Address:
New Beginner?
If your child has some experiencethey may join the project in February 2011. How much experience?
Email sacstringproject@hotmail.com
Office Phone 916-278-6558.
 Instrument Purchase and Rental
We strongly discourage an internet purchase of a string instrument.Talk to Mr. Stanley about getting access to low cost rental instruments and good quality instruments for purchase or go with the child to a reputable local dealer. Please show the instrument to Mr. Stanley before making a purchase. It is also possible to buy an instrument from a local parent, but once again, please show Mr. Stanley the instrument before making the purchase. Many children play on a rental instrument for the first few years. We will be happy to give you recommendations.
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