Course Detail: SSCS - SIUE Community Strings Program - Violin, Viola, Cello Lessons

Learn note reading, and concert pieces; prepare for Solo and Ensemble Contest and school orchestra assignments; play folk songs, hymns, or fiddle tunes. 

 ADULTS ARE ALSO WELCOME to sign up for private lessons through this program. 


Open to students age 9 and up. Suzuki Students must register under SIUE Suzuki Program.

  • How many weeks? 15 weeks per semester. Fall Semester is August-December, Spring Semester is January-May. The registration fee is paid once per academic year. 
  • How long are lessons? 30, 45, or 60 minutes 
  • Where are lessons? On the SIUE Campus, Dunham Hall, 2nd Floor *pending University guidelines 
  • When is my lesson? Lesson times are arranged with your teacher. Lessons are taught by SIUE Graduate Assistants in Music. 
  • What is the cost? There is a $20 annual registration fee, paid once per year. In addition to the registration fee, tuition fees are listed below.
    • 30 Minute Lesson: $450 per semester
    • 45 Minute Lesson: $625 per semester
    • 60 Minute Lesson: $800 per semester
Additional Information:
  • Only payments for full amount accepted
  • Keep a copy of registration for your records
  • Parking: Use the Visitor Parking Lot B
For more information, contact Erika Lord-Castillo at 618-650-2839 or at suzukiprogram@siue.edu. 

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