Suzuki Violin
Suzuki Technique can begin as early as age 3 and applies the basic principles of language acquisition to the learning of music.
What is the Suzuki Method?
The method is based on the Japanese violin teacher Shinichi Suzuki's beliefs that every child has talent, talent is developed rather than inborn, and with a supportive parent and a good, nurturing teacher every child can learn to play an instrument well.
Private Lesson & Group Class
Suzuki students are required to attend an assigned weekly Suzuki Group Class in addition to their private lesson. Group classes give the child an extra "lesson" per week while motivating the child, allowing them to interact with other children. Group classes are conducted in a positive, non-competitive atmosphere and teach the children to focus, follow directions, and evaluate their own performance as well as others.
Parent Participation
It is mandatory that one or both parents attend all lessons and group classes. Parents must be willing to serve as the child's at-home teacher (under the guidance of the instructor). Students are expected to practice daily at home with their parents.
Observation
Interested parents and potential Suzuki String parents must observe a group class prior to being placed with one of our instructors.
Suzuki Violin Policies
Overlapping Lessons
Students should arrive 10 minutes early and observe lesson prior.
Missed Lessons:
There are no make up lessons or refunds for missed lessons
If the instructor misses a lesson, it will be made up.
Instructor has the right to reschedule lessons
Group Lesson Policy:
These are a vital part of a student's development. Students and parents are expected to attend scheduled groups. Attendance at lessons demonstrates commitment, and the instructor is interested in reserving time to work with students and families who are committed to this education.
Visitors:
Although we welcome siblings at the lesson, please do not bring a sibling to the lesson if he or she cannot keep themselves occupied for the entire lesson. It is most important that the student has the instructor’s undivided attention.