Wythe Music Initiative

A Strings Instruction Program offered through a Partnership between the

Virginia Tech Outreach Fine Arts Initiative and the PLAY Fund

Private Instruction

Private lessons are currently offered in violin, viola and cello.  Strings are taught using the Suzuki method of instruction. Private lessons on all instruments are open to anyone in the community, ages 4 through adult. The length of lesson is determined by age and student level.

Suzuki Violin and Cello Group Classes

As part of the Suzuki program, students participate in a string group class throughout the semester in addition to private lessons. Group classes develop ensemble skills of listening and rhythm, and give students an opportunity to experience the joy of making music with others.  These classes have the opportunity to perform in the community at various local events.

Registration Information:

• Lessons are registered for by the semester.
• There are two 17- week semesters:

                      Fall semester:  September - January

                      Spring Semester:  February - May

• Lessons are held at St. Paul United Methodist Church, Wytheville
• Violin lessons are held on Thursday.
• Cello lessons are held on Monday.
• Beginner lessons can start at any time during the semester.
• Instrument rental program available.
• Scholarship program available.

Registrar:  Lynne Storms: glstorms@gmail.com or 620-7586, 625-0886 

Scholarships are available thanks to the generosity of our donors!

Meet Our Instructors 

Ben Wyatt 

Bryan Matheson 

Kevin Matheson 

WMI Performance History

2007:  1^st Wythe Music Initiative recital, St. Paul United Methodist Church                .

2007:  Performance at Van Brugh Quartet Concert, St. John's Episcopal Church

2007:  Performance at Fairytales program, Spiller Elementary

2007:  Performances at Massimiliano Valenti Concert, St. John's Episcopal Church

2007-2009:  Performances at Agape Food Pantry Concert &  Dessert Fundraiser, Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theater

2009, April & December:  Performances for residents of Carrington Place.

2009:  Performance at Edgemont Center

June 2009 - 2010:  Performances at Chautauqua Festival

November  2010:  Performance at Hope Concert, St. Paul UMC