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“Nurtured by Love.”
-Shinichi Suzuki
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It is through constant listening, imitation and encouragement that very young children learn to speak their language. Dr. Suzuki discovered that these same principles apply when teaching young children to become fine musicians. Suzuki lessons focus on ear-training, developing good instrumental technique and producing a beautiful tone before the child deals with the complexity of reading printed music. This marvelous early childhood approach helps parents create positive musical environments in their homes and guides them in their daily schedule of helping their children learn to play an instrument.
The Suzuki approach stresses a balanced, triangular relationship with the teacher, the parent and the student. A Suzuki parent is expected to attend all lessons, take notes and learn basic instrumental skills to practice daily with his or her child.
Suzuki students attend weekly private lessons as well as regularly scheduled group classes with other students at their performance level. The group classes are particularly beneficial as they promote ensemble playing, repertoire review, ear-training, and rhythm activities, music reading and other games. These classes are highly motivational for students and parents.
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The Suzuki approach stresses a balanced, triangular relationship with the teacher, the parent and the student. A Suzuki parent is expected to attend all lessons, take notes and learn basic instrumental skills to practice daily with his or her child.
Suzuki students attend weekly private lessons as well as regularly scheduled group classes with other students at their performance level. The group classes are particularly beneficial as they promote ensemble playing, repertoire review, ear-
Return to Home Page
SAK Philosophy
SAK Programs