Our comprehensive program for violin, viola, and flute fosters joyful young musicians.
The Suzuki Academy nurtures young musicians using the highly respected teaching method developed by Dr. Shinichi Suzuki. Our expert Suzuki teachers are equally committed to teaching instrumental technique and promoting holistic child development. We believe in instilling creativity, confidence, and love of learning while nurturing brain development, spatial awareness, social skills, and child/parent relationships
Suzuki String Academy Core Values
- Every child can develop musical talent.
- Music education begins early, through listening.
- An inclusive approach and a positive, nurturing environment promote holistic development and prepare children for success.
- Parents/guardians play a vital role in the learning process.
Program Includes
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- Formal and informal performance opportunities throughout the year Involvement in local Suzuki community through performances, workshops, and events
What is the Suzuki Method?
More than fifty years ago, Japanese violinist Shinichi Suzuki (1898-1998) developed a philosophy of teaching music to young children based on the principles of language. He noticed that all children learned to speak their native tongue through consistent, nurturing exposure and by listening and repeating. He applied these same principles to teaching violin and called his approach the Mother-Tongue Method.
Dr. Suzuki believed that all children have musical talent and that every child can succeed when given the best possible environment: where the parent/guardian and teacher work closely together, giving the student loving encouragement.
The Suzuki method offers children and parents/guardians a unique opportunity to develop their relationship and share the joy of music together.
Current Violin Students
Check with coordinator for performance opportunities, and “join Young People’s Orchestra, Sundays at 3 PM
Current Flute Students
Students may drop in for $35/class or register through The Washington Conservatory at a discounted rate ($225/semester).
View our group class schedule or download/print the PDF version.
Start Your Musical Journey!
Get Started
Interested in joining the program? We invite you to complete the prospective student form and our Suzuki Coordinator will contact you to see if you and your child would be a good fit. Prospective families interested in the Suzuki Academy may also set up observations of an individual lesson and group class. During this time, parents/guardians will see how the program works, receive additional information, and be able to ask questions before making a commitment to join the program.