Suzuki Violin Method
More than 50 years ago, Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, musician and educator, realized the important implications for teaching when considering how children learn language. One’s ability to speak a language is not in-born, but is something which everyone is able to achieve given the proper environment. Even at the youngest ages, every child can learn. Learning how to play an instrument in the context of an encouraging and nurturing environment, even at the youngest ages, every child can learn how to play a stringed instrument.
Some of the significant factors of the Suzuki Method include the following:
LISTENING
We learn words by hearing them constantly and frequently, the same goes for learning notes and repertoire. Listening is one of the most integral parts to the process of learning how to play a musical instrument.
REPETITION
As Dr. Suzuki puts it, “Ability equals knowledge plus 10,000 times.”
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
Parents play a crucial role in reinforcing the learning environment. They are the leaders of at home practice and working closely together with the teacher for the best interest of the student can lead to huge progress.
REVIEW
Through the review of pieces already learned students develop a set of repertoire as well as reinforce good technique and growth.
GROUP CLASSES
Through games and in class performance opportunities, students develop listening and critical ears, reinforce good technique, review essential repertoire and learn the art of ensemble playing. Group Classes also provide the benefit of added motivation and inspiration by learning from your peers.
Suggested Reading: "Nurtured by Love" by Shinichi Suzuki & "Helping Parents Practice" by Edmund Sprunger