Spring 2025 OLLI Digital Catalog

Violin Instruction: Beginner, Second Semester (CP231)

CA – Performing Arts Appreciation

Designed for students who have completed the first semester of Violin Instruction: Beginner or students with equivalent experience. This course is a continuation of our fun learning experience featuring easy pieces and duets. Study develops music sight-reading, left and right hand position and playing technique. Four to six hours of practice time a week is recommended. Students should rent or purchase a violin. Required text: A Practical Method for Violin, Nicholas Laoureux. Required text: A Practical Method for Violin, Nicholas Laoureux.

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This offering meets for a total of 13 session(s).

INSTRUCTORS: Richard Wellons, Eleanor Dooley

WELLONS, RICHARD–B.A., biology, Westminster College. Studied violin with Mario Mantini in Boston. Plays in amateur symphonies and musical productions. Art interests include drawing, watercolor, acrylic painting and working with metal and wood.

DOOLEY, ELEANOR–B.S., pharmacy, University of Texas. Plays with Brandywine Pops Orchestra and the OLLI string ensemble as a founding member. Enjoys gardening and volunteer work, especially with children.

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