NorthWoods Strings is a non-profit organization dedicated to Building a Musical Community by providing individual string instrument lessons, ensembles, and performance opportunities on the violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, banjo, ukulele, and mandolin to children and adults in rural Northwestern Wisconsin.

NorthWoods Strings believes music has the power to bring people together. We recognize and value diversity, and we welcome everyone.

The best time to take lessons was 1 year ago. 

The second best time is now.

Registration is now open!

Private lessons on violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, banjo, ukulele, or mandolin

All ages and skill levels welcome

 Virtual, in-person, and hybrid

Convenient locations

Expert teachers

Ensembles and Events

News

Coffee House Jam Session 2024
National Endowment for the Arts
National Endowment for the Arts

NorthWoods Strings is supported with funds from the American Rescue Plan Act provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and granted through the Wisconsin Arts Board.

Wisconsin Arts Board
Wisconsin Arts Board

NorthWoods Strings is supported with funds from the American Rescue Plan Act provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and granted through the Wisconsin Arts Board.

NorthWoods Strings is also funded in part by the Green Bay Packers Foundation, Walmart Community Grants, the Wisconsin Tomorrow Mainstreet Bounceback Grant and support was received from the Cable Hayward Area Arts Council-CHARAC.

Additionally, NorthWoods Strings is generously supported by local businesses and private donors just like you!