Ocean Strings Studio & Kindermusik

Ocean Strings Studio & Kindermusik offers Kindermusik Foundations, Kindermusik Level 1, Kindermusik Level 2, Kindermusik Mixed Level 2, Kindermusik Level 3, and Kindermusik Mixed Level 3. It also offers Ocean Strings Studio string lessons, SOAR Summer String Camp, Mama Nest, and One Time Playdate.

Programs

• Kindermusik Foundations — 0-12m · Mon 9:30am; Tue 11:30am; Wed 11:30am
• Kindermusik Level 1 — 12-24 months · Mon 11:30am; Tue 9:30am; Wed 4:30pm; Wed 9:30am
• Kindermusik Level 2 — 2-3 years · Mon 10:30am; Tue 10:30am; Wed 10:30am
• Kindermusik Mixed Level 2 — 1-5yo · Wed 3:30pm
• Kindermusik Level 3 — 3-4 years
• Kindermusik Mixed Level 3 — 2-5 years old · Wed 12:30pm; Wed 5:30pm
• Ocean Strings Studio string lessons — 5-105
• SOAR Summer String Camp — 10-18 · $375
• Mama Nest — 0M-15M
• One Time Playdate

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Price range: $375

About the provider

The program has been dedicated to soul-full musical experiences for over 20+ years. Its mission is to inspire children and adults to enjoy creative self-expression through string music, and to inspire, nurture, and help children flourish. The leadership team includes Richard Ballinger, Nicole Ballinger, Sally Shorrock, Kyle Pearl, Miguel Bonachea, Vivian Hunter, Michelle Casey, and Dr. Aramis Ruiz-Ruiz.

Class times may be re-scheduled or combined by or before launch dates to accommodate community needs and class sizes. Launch dates usually begin by the 15th or the week thereafter of each month. Waitlist: class time is full until further notice. A class time will officially launch once a minimum of 4 enrollments are received. Additional camp activities require parental signing of hold harmless agreements before participation.

What families say

“My two year old absolutely loves classes Nicole offers! It helps him so much socially and developmentally! And its such a great environment! We love our family time there with everyone!” — Brandee Glenn, Domestic Engineer

“"Mr. Ballinger made learning fun and that he might not have stayed playing if not for his first teacher!"” — Paddy King

“"Having teachers like Mr. Ballinger and the members of Ocean Strings is so vitally important to the musical growth and encouragement of young musicians! We are so very grateful for them and highly recommend them to anyone who’s child has an interest in music."” — Jennifer Savage, Bobby's Mom

Last updated September 13, 2026.