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2025-2026 Elementary Beginning String Orchestra Registration

Students study the basics of string instrument technique and music theory. They work on improving their technique and skills through exercises, etudes, small group playing, full orchestra literature, and method book study. Students participate in 2 concerts during the school year. We ask for a one-time donation of $250 to help cover the costs of the program.

Please see the video here to see types of music classes and instruments offered!

“What to Buy” Information Sheet for all String Instruments

General Information

  • Open to 4th and 5th at Mission San Jose attendance areas & Immersion Schools
  • No experience necessary
  • Limit 32 students per class – Students will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Class meets at Hopkins Middle School
  • Class Times:
    Beginning Strings (section 1) – Tuesdays 4:00-5:00pm
    Beginning Strings (section 2) – Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm

2025-2026 Beginning Elementary String Orchestra Registration

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  • Please note: preferences are not guaranteed.
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Programs

Middle School

  • Concert Bands
  • Jazz Bands
  • Orchestras

Elementary

  • Elementary String Orchestras

Recognition

  • Awards
  • Student Testimonials
  • Parent Testimonials
  • Student Wall of Fame
  • Photos and Videos Gallery

Class Resources

  • Calendar
  • General Handouts
  • Recordings and Adjudicator Comments

Photography Credits: John Lam

News and Announcements

  • Music Class Information for Incoming 7th Grade Students HERE!

Read about the Hopkins Music Program:
Fremont’s Hopkins Junior High Home to Nation’s Top Music Program
Fremont Patch, January 5, 2020

General Resources

  • Materials/Supplies
  • Music Stores
  • Private Lessons
  • Honor Bands and Orchestras
  • Mission Attendance Area Band Course Sequence (6th-8th Grade)
  • Mission Attendance Area Orchestra Course Sequence (4th-8th Grade)
  • Middle School and High School Scheduling Information
  • Links

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