
String Lessons at Danman’s
From classical to contemporary — master the beauty and power of stringed instruments.
​
Whether you're learning Violin, Viola, Cello, or Upright Bass, our private lessons are tailored to your style, level, and musical goals. All students ages 3 and up are welcome.
What You’ll Learn:
Our string instructors help students develop strong fundamentals while fostering creativity and confidence. Lessons include:

Proper Posture & Bow Technique
Learn how to hold your instrument and bow for clean, expressive sound.
Scales, Arpeggios & Finger Exercises
Build technique and fluency across the fingerboard.
Solo & Ensemble Playing
Gain confidence playing alone and with others.
Note Reading & Rhythm Skills
Master musical literacy, timing, and rhythm from day one.
Classical, Folk & Contemporary Repertoire
Explore pieces from Bach to Bridgerton — or bring in your favorites!
Ear Training & Improvisation
Learn to play by ear, jam, or write your own music.


Who It’s For:
-
Ages 3+, from total beginners to advanced players
​
-
Suzuki-method learners or traditional students
​
-
Classical musicians, school orchestra members, or crossover artists
​
-
Teens & adults preparing for auditions or expanding their musicianship

In-Studio or Online
Lessons are available in-person at our Dana Point studio or online via Zoom.
Bring your instrument or use our gear — we’ll meet you at our School

Ready to Play?
Give us a call at (949) 496-6556 or email danmansmusic@gmail.com to get started.
We’ll match you with the right teacher and tailor a program just for you.

What Beginner Violin Students Learn:
-
Identifying the parts of the violin and bow
​
-
How to hold the violin and bow correctly
​
-
Adjusting and using the shoulder rest
​
-
Names of the four violin strings (G, D, A, E)
​
-
Tuning using pegs and fine tuners
​
-
Playing downstrokes and upstrokes on each string
​
-
First rhythms: quarter notes and eighth notes in 4/4 time
​
-
Playing open string exercises and double stops
​
-
Introduction to reading staff notation (lines: E-G-B-D-F, spaces: F-A-C-E)
​
-
Playing simple melodies: Hot Cross Buns, Mary Had a Little Lamb, Smoke on the Water
Continued Development Includes:
-
Understanding and playing intervals (half steps, whole steps, octaves)
​
-
Learning C major, G major, and D major scales
​
-
Building chords using the every-other-note method
​
-
Playing major arpeggios and learning chord shapes
​
-
Techniques like staccato, slurs, and vibrato
​
-
Learning full songs such as Ode to Joy (Beethoven) and Minuet in G (Bach)
🎯 Student progress is tracked and rewarded with tickets and bonuses — making each step exciting and goal-oriented.
