The Instrumental Program is a comprehensive approach to children acquiring the language of music on an instrument in partnership with a parent/guardian.
Enrollment includes:
Private Lessons:
Each student attends a weekly 30, 45, or 60 minute lesson with their parent. This is where the student and parent learn together what to be working on in their daily practice at home.
Group Class:
Group repertoire classes provide an opportunity for students to learn skills needed to play with others in a group setting, to refine review pieces, to prepare for concerts and to enjoy the social aspect of playing as a group. At times, a student may be on a piece beyond others in his/her repertoire class and will have the opportunity to play many pieces he/she is very confident with. At other times, a student may be in a class where he/she plays only a few of the pieces. This gives the student the opportunity to observe the playing of others and be motivated to play pieces as he/she is still learning them. Please be assured that both of the experiences are as valuable to the students as that of being in a class, which appears on the surface to be a perfect fit.
Enrollment includes:
- Private lessons
- Group classes
- Solo recitals
- Annual all-academy concert
- Community performances and outings
- Web resources, practice tips, review ideas and student support
Private Lessons:
Each student attends a weekly 30, 45, or 60 minute lesson with their parent. This is where the student and parent learn together what to be working on in their daily practice at home.
Group Class:
Group repertoire classes provide an opportunity for students to learn skills needed to play with others in a group setting, to refine review pieces, to prepare for concerts and to enjoy the social aspect of playing as a group. At times, a student may be on a piece beyond others in his/her repertoire class and will have the opportunity to play many pieces he/she is very confident with. At other times, a student may be in a class where he/she plays only a few of the pieces. This gives the student the opportunity to observe the playing of others and be motivated to play pieces as he/she is still learning them. Please be assured that both of the experiences are as valuable to the students as that of being in a class, which appears on the surface to be a perfect fit.
- Violin and cello students attend a weekly group class September up to Thanksgiving and January up to our annual performance mid March.
- Piano and harp students attend 6 group classes over the school year.
Parent Involvement and Practice
Our faculty is excited to partner with you and your child in developing character through learning to play an instrument. The parent, child, teacher relationship is often described as the Suzuki Triangle and is one of mutual respect, encouragement, and collaboration. The teacher's job is not only to teach the child but equip you as the parent to be the teacher at home. The Suzuki method is founded on the idea that "every child can" given the right environment. Your job is to create that environment throughout the week including, daily practice times, listening, and lots of encouragement.
We expect a parent to be present for lessons and group class and be actively engaged in their child's practice at home. You will work with your child's teacher to decided when and how much independence to give your child in lessons and practice. This often happens around age 12.
Performances:
Students participate in at least one Solo Recital a year and our Annual Concert. Students can signup to participate in community performance opportunities.
Our faculty is excited to partner with you and your child in developing character through learning to play an instrument. The parent, child, teacher relationship is often described as the Suzuki Triangle and is one of mutual respect, encouragement, and collaboration. The teacher's job is not only to teach the child but equip you as the parent to be the teacher at home. The Suzuki method is founded on the idea that "every child can" given the right environment. Your job is to create that environment throughout the week including, daily practice times, listening, and lots of encouragement.
We expect a parent to be present for lessons and group class and be actively engaged in their child's practice at home. You will work with your child's teacher to decided when and how much independence to give your child in lessons and practice. This often happens around age 12.
Performances:
Students participate in at least one Solo Recital a year and our Annual Concert. Students can signup to participate in community performance opportunities.
Policies, Tuition, Calendars, and Schedules
Review our Parent Guidebook for the tuition schedule and rates, policies regarding cancelled lessons, requirements for participation in concert and recitals, instrument rental and maintenance, and much more. Our Academic Calendar and Group Class Schedule are also available for your review.
Review our Parent Guidebook for the tuition schedule and rates, policies regarding cancelled lessons, requirements for participation in concert and recitals, instrument rental and maintenance, and much more. Our Academic Calendar and Group Class Schedule are also available for your review.
Our goal is to provide an excellent education and many opportunities for students to become lifelong learners, not just in music but in every walk of life. As Dr. Suzuki said, “Teaching music is not my main purpose. I want to make good citizens, noble human beings. If a child hears fine music from the day of his birth, and learns to play it himself, he develops sensitivity, discipline and endurance. He gets beautiful heart."
