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Strings project

The Presto Strings Project aims to help create the next generation of musicians and young string players in Warwickshire. Running Saturday mornings in term time (11 sessions per term plus a mini-concert at the end of the Christmas and Summer terms), the project is led by experienced teacher and violinist Barbara O'Reilly.

We will soon be inviting applications for next year's classes, commencing in September 2026. We offer three stages depending on age and ability. Details and dates for the forthcoming terms are listed below.  All classes are £11 per week.

We can also provide violin rental at an extra charge of £2 per week - please speak to any of the staff in our store who will be happy to arrange this for you.

Saturday Morning Classes - Timings from September 2026

Violin and Musicianship - Stage 1

  • 09:00 am - 09:45 am - (45 minutes)
  • Suitable for children aged 5-6 who are new to the violin

Violin and Musicianship - Stage 2

  • 09:45 am - 10:30 am - (45 minutes)
  • Suitable for children aged 6-8 who have already been learning the violin for a year

Violin and Musicianship - Stage 3

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am - (45 minutes)
  • Suitable for children aged 7-9 who have already been learning the violin for 1-2 year

What will my child be doing?

Violin and Musicianship - Stage 1

The children begin group violin lessons whilst developing their musicianship through movement and singing.

Violin and Musicianship - Stage 2

The children build on their early experience of violin playing technically and musically, learning both aurally and through written music.

Violin and Musicianship - Stage 3

The children continue their violin learning, developing the skills they have acquired during the earlier stages including using more written music and playing in parts.

Where?

In our purpose-built studio at Presto Music, 23-25 Regent Grove, Leamington Spa, CV32 4NN.

When?

Autumn Term (11 sessions) - September - December 2026 (excluding half-term), plus an extra mini-concert on 12th December

  • First session: Saturday 12th September
  • Half-term break: NO CLASSES on 24th or 31st October
  • Final session: 5th December
  • Extra mini-concert: 12th December

Spring Term (10 sessions) - January - March 2027 (excluding half-term)

  • First session: Saturday 9th January
  • Half-term break: NO CLASSES on 20th February
  • Final session: 20th March

Summer Term (11 sessions) - April - July 2027 (excluding half-term), plus an extra mini-concert on 10th July

  • First session: Saturday 10th April
  • Half-term break: NO CLASSES on 29th May or 5th June
  • Final session: 3rd July
  • Extra mini-concert: 10th July

 

Barbara O'Reilly

Barbara O’Reilly, BMus, MMus, PGDip Barbara studied string teaching, Kodály and Dalcroze on the RNCM Junior String Project, whilst completing a Masters in Violin performance. She has worked for the last 20+ years in the Midlands performing with groups including the CBSO, Longborough Festival Opera, and the Orchestra of the Swan, whilst teaching at schools across Warwickshire. She teaches violin, viola and chamber music at King Edward VI Grammar School in Stratford.

 

Financial Support

Presto Music strongly believes that money should not be a barrier to opportunities. We normally ask for each term's fees to be payable in advance of the start of the term, but if you need assistance, please contact us and we will do everything we can to help.

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