ASO String Academy
The mission of the ASO String Academy is to provide an opportunity for excellence in the pursuit of high-quality musical education, based on the methods and philosophies of Shinichi Suzuki, Mimi Zweig and Paul Rolland. This is a proven method for developing confidence, creative thinking, and a general work ethic that will assist students' musical and non-musical endeavors. The students of the Academy receive weekly group and private lessons, as well as performance opportunities throughout the semester.
The ASO String Academy is fortunate to have a faculty of world-class musicians and teachers.
New Student? Contact the director kwilliamson@arkansassymphony.org at time of registration.
VIOLIN CLASS TIMES
- Mondays
- Beginner Violin: Mondays 5:00 - 5:45 PM Classroom 2 with Ms. Katherine
- Book 1 Violin: Mondays 6:00 - 6:45 PM Classroom 2 with Ms. Katherine
- Tuesdays
- Intermediate Class (Book 2-3): Tuesdays 5:00-5:45pm Classroom 2 with Ms. Katherine
- Advanced Violin & Viola Class (Book 4+): Tuesdays 6:00-6:45pm Classroom 2 with Ms. Katherine
CELLO CLASS TIMES
- Mondays
- Beginner Cello: Mondays 5:00 - 5:45 PM Classroom 1 with Ms. Jo
- Book 1 Cello: Mondays 6:00 - 6:45 PM Classroom 1 with Ms. Jo
- Tuesdays
- Intermediate Class (Book 2-3): Tuesdays 5:00-5:45pm Classroom 1 with Ms. Jo
- Advanced Cello Class (Book 4+): Tuesdays 6:00-6:45pm Classroom 1 with Ms. Jo
Fall 2026 Dates
Fall Break: October 12 - October 18, 2026
Halloween Concert: October 31 at 3:00 PM
No violin/viola group classes on Tuesday, November 17th.
Solo Recitals: December 18 and 19 at 5:00 PM
Unofficial Make-up week:
August 17, 2026 - August 22, 2026
Spring 2027 Dates
Spring Break: March 22, 2027 - March 28, 2027
Spring Gala: April 10th at 3:00 PM
Solo Recitals: April 30th at 5:00 PM and May 2nd at 12:00 PM
Make-up week:
Monday, May 3, 2027 - May 9, 2027
