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Step Up Strings

Step Up Strings 2025

Perfect for growing string skills and make music with friends

The Step Up Strings programme helps young people take their violin, viola, cello or double bass playing to exciting new levels.

Young people will deepen their understanding of music and build their technical skills on their chosen instrument through a complete package of learning. They’ll get one-to-one instrumental lessons, fun ‘Music Language’ classes, and the chance to play together in our Step Up Orchestra or Step Up Sinfonia. It’s all about developing as a well-rounded musician while having a great time!

It’s the perfect next step for young people who’ve been part of our Foundation Strings programme. Please note that when we have more applicants than spaces available, we give priority to children completing Foundation Strings.

30-minute one-to-one lesson + 45-minute music language class + 90-minute ensemble where young musicians shine together

Meet the Foundation and Step Up programme tutors.

Key Information

School Years: Year 4 – 9

Day & Time: Saturdays, 25/26 times: 9am – 2pm. Individual timetables will be provided.

Termly Fees: £425

Full and partial bursaries available

Fees & Bursaries

Our Young Musicians Programme is open to all children and young people, whatever their circumstances. We are keen to encourage applicants from the widest possible range of backgrounds and access a bursary where needed.

Here’s some more information about bursaries.

If you’d like to speak to someone, please email us at youngmusicians@theglasshouseicm.org