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Suzuki Violin Classes
Suzuki Classes are designed for children ages 3-7. The Suzuki Method promotes learning to play music by ear through listening, absorbing and copying, in the same manner children learn their own language. The Suzuki philosophy teaches that every child has infinite potential. Parents are involved in the learning process, joining forces with the teacher to create an enjoyable learning environment.
Students will learn the fingering systems involved with playing the violin, tone production through the use of the bow, and various techniques like accurate intonation, proper bow holding, and beautiful tone, all while developing musical sensitivity.
Printable Registration Form. To register online with a credit card, use the links below.
| Suzuki Violin I | |
| Next Session | TBA |
| Ages | 3-7 |
| Time | Saturdays 10:00-10:30am |
| Program Fee | $110.00 for 6 weeks |
| Annual Fee | $35.00 |
| Suzuki Violin II | |
| Next Session | TBA |
| Ages | 3-7 |
| Time | Saturdays 10:30-11:00am |
| Program Fee | $110.00 for 6 weeks |
| Annual Fee | $35.00 |
*Orientation Thursday before first class.
The subsequent session will run from April 19th through May 24th.
Materials Needed (not included in above fees):
- a violin that is of appropriate size for the child and in good playing condition
- bow, rosin, and a shoulder rest
- Suzuki Violin School Violin Part Volume 1 book
- Recommended listening CD's are S. Suzuki Violin School, recording by David Cerone, Volumes 1-2.
All of these items are available at our stores. We have violins for rent in many sizes, and you can even rent one online and have it delivered to you! Information on renting/leasing a violin.
The Suzuki Method
The Suzuki Method of music education began in the 1950's by Japanese violinist Shinichi Suzuki (1898-1998). Dr. Suzuki believed that the best and most effective way to learn music is to be exposed to it from a very early age. He called this the "Mother Tongue" method - young children learning to play an instrument in the same way they learn their own language: by listening, absorbing, and copying.
When the child begins learning, it's "by ear" - music reading is deferred to a later time in the same way speaking comes before reading. Parents are involved in the learning process, joining forces with the teacher to create an enjoyable learning environment.
Dr. Suzuki also held to the philosophy of "Talent Education"- believing that every child has infinite potential. He believed that in teaching the child music, we are, in fact, creating a medium for the emotional and spiritual growth of the child.