A warm, friendly studio for kids, teens and adult beginners. Learn violin or cello at a pace that fits you, with patient teachers, published fees and a free trial lesson to get you going.
Whether it is a child's very first violin or an adult picking up the cello for the first time, every student is placed on the right path and progresses at their own pace.
One-to-one violin lessons for ages 9 to adult, from complete beginner through to Grade 8, in 30, 45 or 60-minute sessions paced entirely to you.
Beginner to Grade 8
One-to-one cello lessons for ages 9 to adult, with posture, bow hold and tone built in from the very first lesson. Pair lessons are available too.
Pair lessons available
Small, friendly violin groups of 2 to 4 students, so young beginners learn alongside others at a similar stage, with a complimentary booklet to start.
Groups of 2 to 4
Structured courses for adult beginners, covering violin Levels 1 to 3 and cello, run in friendly 6-session cycles. A gentle, social way to start from zero.
Violin L1 to 3 · Cello
Structured preparation for ABRSM and Trinity graded exams and recitals, with in-house chamber and group sessions to build real stage confidence.
ABRSM & Trinity
Grounded in classical technique, with pop, jazz and improvisation woven in from around Grade 3, so you play the music you actually love.
Your styleMost studios ask you to enquire before they talk money. We put our fees on the wall, waive registration, and start everyone with a free trial lesson, so the only thing left to think about is playing.
We publish our lesson fees openly and waive registration, so you always know exactly what lessons cost before you start.
Every student starts with a free trial lesson, and beginners take home a complimentary Bowed Strings booklet. No pressure, no obligation.
Kids, teens and adults all start somewhere. Complete beginners are welcome at 9 or 49, and every path is paced to the student.
Not sure about buying an instrument yet? Use ours. Students are welcome to learn on the studio's instruments until they are ready to buy their own.
Self-published by the studio, written the way we teach: friendly, structured and beginner-first. Pick a title, message us on WhatsApp, and it lands in your inbox as a PDF.
Every title is an instant PDF download. There is no online checkout; just message us the title on WhatsApp and we will take it from there.
Bowed Strings started life as a home-based studio founded by two sisters. Today we are a cosy Woodlands storefront near Marsiling MRT, led by sisters who play, perform and teach, alongside a small team of conservatory-trained instructors.
Known to students as Ms Cheong. A performing violinist with orchestra and concertmaster experience, teaching with patience and a focus on musical, stylistic playing, not just the right notes.
Leads the cello side of the studio with warmth and precision, guiding students on posture, bow hold and tone from the very first lesson through to exams.
Our wider team of violin and cello instructors, several conservatory-trained, so every student is matched with the right teacher.
I attended the group violin class and really enjoyed it so I continued with individual classes. Xin Jie is a patient, thoughtful teacher, ready to adapt to your learning pace, with well-structured lessons. Highly recommend for all ages!
Had cello classes with Xin Ying and she was friendly and patient! Corrected mistakes such as posture and bow hold promptly and consistently, even though I kept forgetting. Thank you!
Learning with Teacher Xin Jie has been a truly enjoyable journey. Every lesson feels lively and thoughtful, with meaningful discussions that make learning engaging and inspiring. She also teaches fun pieces beyond the books.
Xin Jie has been the most patient teacher from the beginning till now. Her classes are the perfect pace for me. I enjoy learning at my own pace and Xin Jie never fails to help me through it, with insightful feedback after class.
Tell us a little about the student and we will reply on WhatsApp with trial timings. No obligation, and beginners take home a complimentary booklet.
Private violin and cello lessons are for ages 9 to adult, and we run kids and teens violin group classes for younger beginners. Complete beginners of any age are welcome.
Yes. Come down for a free trial with no obligation, and beginners receive a complimentary Bowed Strings booklet. Message us on WhatsApp to arrange a time.
We teach classical, pop, jazz and improvisation. Improvisation and jazz work best from around Grade 3 and up, and we will guide you to the right path at your first lesson.
Yes. We coach students through ABRSM and Trinity graded exams and performances, with structured lesson plans and in-house chamber and group sessions.
Our studio is at Blk 305 Woodlands Street 31, #01-71, Singapore 730305, a few minutes from Marsiling MRT and right under the multi-storey carpark.
