What is Ready Set Violin
Ready Set Violin is a one-week violin introduction for children ages 5–9 and their grownups — a fun, no-strings-attached way to try violin for the first time.
In five days, your child will build real violin skills, grow in confidence, and share a musical experience with you — with no obligation to continue lessons afterward.
Enjoy These Inclusions
- Welcome Pack — A little something to kick off the week and make it feel special.
- Daily Group Classes — Five hour-long sessions of singing, movement, and playful violin technique.
- 1:1 Instruction — Individual guidance to help your child feel confident and supported.
- Friday Concert — The week wraps up with a celebration performance for family and friends.
By the End of the Week, You’ll See
- A child excited to sing, move, and play
- Early violin foundations — how to hold the violin and bow
- Growing confidence and pride in new skills
- New friendships formed during the week
Schedule & Cost
- Dates: Monday, August 17 – Friday, August 21, 2026
- Time: 10–11am daily
- Concert: Friday at 1pm
- Location: Orchard Park High School
- Ages: 5–9
- Cost: $135 program fee. Instruments are not included — Wee Violins available for an additional $60, or arrange a real violin rental separately (details coming soon).
You Might Be Wondering…
My child is only 5. Are they really ready for violin?
Yes! Ready Set Violin is designed for young children, who thrive in this playful, movement-based setting. They use box violins during class and explore real violins during supported 1:1 instruction—everything is developmentally appropriate and rooted in joy.
We're already so busy. How will this fit into our schedule?
That’s exactly why this is a one-week experience. With convenient class times, it builds confidence and curiosity without overwhelming your calendar or requiring a long-term commitment.
Will this still be worth it if my child doesn't continue with violin?
Absolutely. Children grow in confidence, focus, coordination, and joy—skills that carry into everyday life, whether or not violin is the next step.
Is this just a week of fun, or will my child really learn something?
It’s both. Through songs, games, and movement, children learn real violin foundations while building fine motor skills, confidence, and pride in what they can do.
Does my child need their own violin?
Families can choose between a Wee Violin or a real violin for the week. Wee Violins are available for an additional $60. Families who prefer a real violin will need to arrange a rental through a music store — details on rental options coming soon.
For more information, write to us at info@quakermusic.org