As a beginning string student you will first learn correct hand placement, how to press on the strings with your left hand and how to pluck the strings with your right hand before learning correct bowing technique with your right hand. Intonation or your sense of pitch, your ability to properly tune your instrument, and music reading skills are also important components of your lessons.

More advanced students may focus on refining their technique and interpreting string repertoire representing a variety of musical periods.