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Electric Violin Workshops for Schools | Electric Violin Labs

Transform Your Orchestra Program with Electric Violin

Expert-Led Workshops for Teachers & Students

Bring modern string education to your district with hands-on workshops designed by an EdD-credentialed educator and professional performing artist. From teacher professional development to engaging student sessions, we make electric violin accessible and exciting.

Teacher Professional Development • Student Workshops • Equipment Guidance • Standards-Aligned Content

EdD from Teachers College Columbia University • Published Author • Professional Performing Artist

Professional Development for Music Educators

Empower your orchestra teachers with the skills and confidence to bring electric violin into the classroom. Our PD workshops provide hands-on training with equipment, pedagogy, and curriculum design.

Teacher PD ⏱ Half-day or Full-day

Teaching Electric Strings in the Classroom

Comprehensive professional development for orchestra educators

Learn to confidently integrate electric violin and modern music technology into your orchestra program with expert guidance and hands-on practice.

Signal chain fundamentals and equipment setup
Electric violin pedagogy and techniques
Curriculum integration strategies
Budget-friendly equipment recommendations
Troubleshooting and classroom management
Standards-aligned lesson planning

Engaging Workshops for Students

Inspire your students with interactive, hands-on workshops that bring modern music technology into the orchestra room. From complete beginners to advanced ensembles.

Beginner ⏱ 90 minutes

Electric Violin Foundations: Sound Lab

Perfect for students who've never touched an electric violin

An exploratory introduction to electric violin with hands-on instrument experience. Students discover how classical technique translates to electric performance.

Demo instruments provided forstudent groups
Basic signal chain and equipment overview
Hands-on exploration of sounds and effects
Compare acoustic vs. electric techniques
No prior electric experience needed

Intermediate ⏱ 2 hours

Loop and Layer Jam

Create full musical landscapes with live looping techniques

Students learn to build complex, layered compositions in real-time using loop pedals and effects. Perfect for developing independence and creativity.

Introduction to loop pedal technology
Building rhythmic and harmonic foundations
Layering melodies and textures
Live performance techniques
Group jam sessions and collaborations

Ensemble ⏱ Half-day

Electric Strings Rock Band

Full ensemble experience with rock, pop, and contemporary music

Transform your string section into a rock band! Students collaborate to create arrangements and perform popular music with amplification and effects.

Group arrangements of popular songs
Role assignment: rhythm, lead, bass
Working with amplification in ensemble
Contemporary music theory and harmony
Final performance showcase

Coming 2026

Year-Long Electric Violin Curriculum

We're developing a comprehensive, standards-aligned electric violin curriculum for middle and high school orchestra programs. Join our mailing list to be the first to know when it launches.

📚 Complete Lesson Plans

Sequenced units for an entire school year

🎯 Standards-Aligned

Meets NCCAS and state requirements

📊 Assessment Tools

Rubrics and student worksheets included

💻 Online Access

Digital delivery for easy implementation

Get Updates on Curriculum Release

Why School Districts Choose Electric Violin Labs

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EdD-Credentialed Educator

Doctorate from Teachers College Columbia University with proven curriculum design expertise

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Active Performing Artist

Professional violinist who understands both classical technique and modern performance

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Published Author

Author of "Python Projects for Kids" with extensive teaching experience across disciplines

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21st Century Skills

Integrate music technology, STEM concepts, and modern performance techniques

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Turn-Key Workshops

Complete materials, equipment guidance, and hands-on instruction—ready to implement

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Proven Student Engagement

Modern approach that captures student interest and maintains motivation

Ready to Bring Electric Violin to Your School?

Schedule a free discovery call to discuss your district's needs, explore which workshops are right for your program, and learn about booking options for the 2025-2026 school year.

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