The James C. Harper School of Performing Arts will offer an expanded Suzuki Programas a part of the full repertoire of classes offered this fall. Building on the successful violinand viola program, the Harper School will now offer cello and piano.
Shinichi Suzuki, master violin teacher and founder of the Japanese Talent EducationMovement, revolutionized violin teaching. Outstanding results have been achieved inviola, cello, flute, string bass, harp, recorder, guitar, and piano instruction.
The Suzuki Method works on the principle that every child can develop his or her abilities during the early and sensitive years far beyond what most people imagine. A child can learn music through the same process he or she learns their mother tongue. Thus, the parent's role is
vital in the development of early learning ability. The parent attends lessons with the child and helps with practice at home. The parent's knowledge of the instrument and music is developed along with the child's.
The basic principles of the Suzuki Method consist of:
Listening
Motivation
Repetition
Reinforcement
Proper Technique
The primary goal is to train the child not only in his or her musical abilities but also in his or her total human development.
Lessons are designed to enhance the student's enjoyment of performing and learning. Also included in the Suzuki Program are group and solo recitals as well as community performances. Suzuki students will have a variety of group performances opportunities during the year.
Students are encouraged to attend institutes at the local, regional and national levels. Membership in the Suzuki Association of the Americas is highly recommended.
Each child receives a weekly private lesson and a bi-weekly group lesson. Group lessons are 45 minutes
in length and may include chamber music, technical reinforcement, music theory, leadership skills and development of artistry.
Ages: 3 and up. All students in beginning cello, piano, violin and viola are expected to participate in the Suzuki program. Students under the age of 5 are required to attend a minimum of one session of Music Together before enrolling in the Suzuki program.
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Suzuki Instruction