GFW Junior Classes

Overview

ALL JUNIORS MUST BE SIGNED IN AND OUT BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT 

Class Code : JFI

We offer the following classes, depending on numbers and skill levels.

Absolute Beginners
This class is for players at the very earliest stage of playing.  Learn how to hold the fiddle and bow, name the strings and fingers, build up coordination and musical skills by playing very simple tunes together.

Beginners
For players who understand the basic fiddle, ready to learn playing complete tunes

Improvers
For players who have been playing over a year.  Learn simple tunes together using the first 3 fingers and open strings.  Develop musical skills by playing together. Learn  specifically Scottish tunes like March, Waltz etc.

Intermediate / Advanced
For more experienced players of a few years, who are confident fiddle players. Able to learn tunes by ear and to play arrangements of the Scottish fiddle repertoire.

Overview

ALL JUNIORS MUST BE SIGNED IN AND OUT BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT 

Class Code : JGT

This class is for Absolute Beginners who will learn to hold the instrument and strum and learn the principal fingers to get started with a few simple chords, progressing to learning simple tunes during the term.

Overview

ALL JUNIORS MUST BE SIGNED IN AND OUT BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT 

Class Code : JUK

The Junior Ukulele class is for children aged 6 upwards.

Overview

ALL JUNIORS MUST BE SIGNED IN AND OUT BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT 

Class Code : JWH

The Junior whistle class is for children aged 6 upwards.
Whistle is a great first instrument for children as it is quick and easy for them to begin learning tunes.
We teach popular tunes and also use musical games to help with musicianship.