Third-Grade Violin Program

Bringing the Joy of Music into the Classroom

The Huntsville Symphony Orchestra’s Third-Grade Violin Program introduces elementary students to the excitement of learning a string instrument through an engaging, hands-on classroom experience.

Designed for third grade classrooms (and occasionally second- or first-grade classes), this in-school residency gives students the opportunity to explore the violin over 10 weekly, 50-minute lessons led by professional Symphony School instructors.

Students begin by learning the fundamentals of music, rhythm, posture, and instrument care. Within just a few weeks, they’re playing real violins, discovering the satisfaction of creating music together as a class.

By the conclusion of the program, students will have learned to:

Best of all, the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra provides everything needed.

Teachers do not need any prior musical experience.

Why Schools Participate

Music education develops far more than musical ability.

Research consistently shows that learning an instrument can strengthen:

Our goal is simple:
To give every child the opportunity to experience the excitement of making music.

Serving North Alabama Students

The Third-Grade Violin Program currently serves students throughout North Alabama through partnerships with public, private, and homeschool communities.

Participating school systems have included:

Huntsville City Schools
Limestone County Schools
Athens City Schools
Scottsboro City Schools
Hartselle City Schools

Additional schools may participate based on instructor availability.

Bring the Symphony to Your School

Interested in offering the Third-Grade Violin Program?

Complete the interest form below, and a member of our education staff will contact you to discuss scheduling, availability, and partnership opportunities.

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Third-Grade Violin Program

Bringing the Joy of Music into the Classroom

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Serving North Alabama Students

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