By YASEMIN TALAT
YOUNG musicians and music lovers can now rejoice with the launch of Strings West.
Strings West is a newly formed music school set to inspire and educate young string instrument players across the municipality.
Popular performer and violinist Sarah Busuttil, known for her flamboyant performances the Footscray Gypsy Orchestra, has joined forces with cello player Laura Sheridan and Viola player Silas Palmer, to encourage kids to get involved with music.
“Strings West is for young people who want to have fun with music, meet other people and reach their musical goals,” Ms Busuttil said.
Ms Busuttil herself grew up playing in string ensembles and hoped String West would provide children with the opportunity to learn perform and excel in music through also participating in ensembles and music craft.
“Students are introduced to music education in a fun creative way,” Ms Busuttil said.
“Our main goal to inspire students to reach their musical goals by playing in an ensemble,” she said.
“Playing music in a group feels amazing, develops great technique and encourages new friendships.”
Ms Busuttil said children were encouraged to play whatever inspired them from the classics to dance, rock and pop.
The school will also launch a school holiday program which will celebrate world music and tap into Ms Busuttil’s background of ‘gypsy music’, where she will also dress up for the theme.
The Gypsy Fire World of Strings Holiday Program which will follow the Strings West motto is set to “educate, encourage and inspire” said Ms Busuttil.
For more information or to enrol visit www.stringswest.com.au
