It's a String Thing

Welcome to It's a String Thing 🎻

I'm so glad you’re here.

This community was created to bring private string instructors together in a supportive, idea-rich space where we can:

There’s no single “right” way to teach — and that’s the point. This is a place to explore different methods, ask honest questions, and refine our craft together.

violin, viola, cello, bass(electric and upright), guitar(electric and acoustic), dobro, banjo, mandolin, mandola, hurdy gurdy, nyckelharpa, guitarron, bajo quinto, puerto rican tres, etc.

Exchange lesson ideas and teaching approaches

Troubleshoot real teaching challenges

Learn from each other’s successes and experiments

Support our students’ musical and personal growth