About Suzuki Method

Suzuki Method is a beautiful, intuitive, and collaborative way for all young children to learn music. Dr. Suzuki observed that all children can speak their "native tongue" very well and from an early age, and then applied this to the study of music. If a child is immersed in music from an early age and supported by enthusiastic parents and a knowledgeable teacher, they will become an excellent player. Furthermore, we believe that every child is able to learn an instrument at a high level. We reject the notion that some children are born "talented" and instead focus on fostering an environment in which ALL children enjoy the support they need to develop as young musicians. Perhaps most importantly, music education is also viewed as a means of cultivating confident, collaborative, creative, and sympathetic human beings. 

The following three fundamental aspects make Suzuki Method unique: 

Listening to Repertoire

In order to start children at the early age of 3, students listen to music constantly, particularly the Suzuki Method repertoire, to become immersed in the language of music. By living within music at home, the child naturally gravitates to playing. Listening to music (particularly complex music) has been scientifically shown to make children smarter, more focused, and better prepared for many aspects of life. 

Parental involvement

Young children cannot learn and practice by themselves, which is why they need at least one parent to be involved with their daily progress. This is a wonderful opportunity for a child-parent bond, and many parents have reported that it is one of the most special parts of raising their child. 

Additional group classes

Learning music should be fun, which is why we have a weekly group class in addition to private lessons. Children react to music using Dalcroze-Eurhythmics activites (high/low, big/small, major/minor, fast/slow) as well as learn notes on the staff, rhythms, and melodies using various games. Performance is also stressed, and students have an opportunity to play for their peers each class.