The University of Georgia String Project, (funded by the Knight Foundation) is now completing its first year with great success. String Project students (grades 3-4) are provided an opportunity for musical enjoyment and education through the study of stringed instruments over the academic year. String Project teachers encouraged personal development and growth of each student while providing students with an outlet for self expression within a structured environment. While String Project students are encouraged and nurtured to become leaders in their school orchestra programs, university students gain valuable experience toward becoming successful string music educators.

The University of Georgia String Project encourages school orchestra students who are interested in music education as a major, to contact Dr. David Starkweather (706-542-2780/dastark@uga.edu) or Dr. Skip Taylor (706-542-2776/cftaylor@uga.edu) for further details. Scholarship opportunities are available for incoming UGA students who wish to participate in the UGA String Project.