Veterans Beginning Strings
Veterans Beginning Strings
The VA-Butler Beginning Strings class invites Veterans, their family members, and VA staff to make music together in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Meeting weekly at Butler University, participants explore a variety violin, viola or cello, learn new skills, and connect through the shared joy of music-making. No prior experience is required. Participation is free, and instruments are available to borrow if needed.
Meeting Dates & Times
Prerequisites
Meet the Instructors
Registration
Contact
The dates for the spring semester of the class are Fridays, 1:30 PM–2:30 PM from September 11–December 11. There will be no class held on November 27.
We welcome both beginners to join this program!
Shannon M. Crow is a graduate of Butler University with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. Ms. Crow has been teaching private violin and viola lessons for over 20 years, and has extensive experience teaching students from 4 years to 80 years of age. Currently she conducts Orchestra B and the Parent Orchestra of the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra, as well as teaches private lessons. At the Butler Community Arts School, Shannon founded and directs the Adult Strings Ensembles, the Butler Children’s Orchestra, Butler Youth Orchestra and Butler Strings Camp, as well as teaches private violin and viola lessons. When not teaching private lessons, Ms. Crow has partnered with the VA in research and in supporting our veterans through music; and is an avid performer in local orchestras and for private events.
Registration for the Veterans Band is ongoing, and there is no deadline to register. Participants can join at any time.