Kids & Family

El Sistema Seeks 'String Quartet in Residence' Mentor

String musicians interested in joining El Sistema Somerville should send a letter of inquiry by Dec. 1.

El Sistema Somerville, an organization that builds character in young people through classical music, is looking to hire an artist in residence, according to an announcement from the group.

With help from the Target Corporation, El Sistema Somerville is looking to bring a "String Quartet in Residence" position into the program in January, the announcement says. This person will serve as a mentor and coach to the 65 3rd, 4th and 5th graders in the program.

Anyone interested should send a letter of inquiry to El Sistema Somerville's director, Diane Cline, by Dec. 1.

Cline can be reached at dcline@k12.somerville.ma.us.


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