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The string Initiative

A music studio offering violin group classes and private violin lessons 

in Lima, Wapakoneta, and New Knoxville

What we offer

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Tiny Strings

Group violin classes for kids ages 4-7

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Private Violin Lessons

One-on-one violin lessons

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Adult Lessons

One-on-one adult beginner lessons, with the potential to start an adult group soon!

About

ABOUT THE TEACHER

Jessica Davis is a passionate and experienced violin educator with over 20 years of teaching experience. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Bowling Green State University and a Master’s in Teaching and Learning from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

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Jessica is a certified Suzuki teacher and a certified String Sprouts teacher, blending both pedagogical approaches to create engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons for young learners. She taught for 10 years at the Omaha Conservatory of Music, where she maintained a thriving private studio and studied the String Sprouts program under its founder, Ruth Meints.

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Her teaching philosophy centers on helping children fall in love with music through play, curiosity, and joyful connection. With a deep belief in every child’s potential, Jessica brings warmth, patience, and creativity to every lesson.

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Registration is open
for Spring 2026
Tiny Strings classes

Check out our current Tiny Strings locations and classes!

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Tiny Strings of Wapakoneta *NEW*
@ Riverside Art Center

Beginner group violin classes for ages 4-7.  

(3 year olds are allowed on individual basis). Classes are Tuesday evenings from 5:30-6:15.

Spring session starts Tuesday, January 13th

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Tiny Strings of Lima 
@ Lima Christian Academy

Beginner group violin classes for ages 4-7.  

(3 year olds are allowed on individual basis). Classes are on Saturday mornings.

Spring session starts Saturday, January 10th.

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Tiny Strings of New Knoxville
@ Fleet Safety Services

Beginner group violin classes for ages 4-7.  

(3 year olds are allowed on individual basis). Classes are Monday evenings.

Spring session starts Monday, January 12th

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CONTACT

302 South Main Street

New Knoxville, OH 45871

419-733-2571

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