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Introduction
Benefits to your child
- develops a love of music
- provides a musical community for making friends
- maximizes your child’s musical potential
- nurtures the whole child
- improves brain development
- enhances fine motor skills
- develops a “musical ear”
- fosters close parent/child relationship
- improves understanding of mathematical concepts
- teaches concentration and good work habits
- prepares your child for a musical career
- develops ensemble skills
- positive outlet for self-expression
- builds self-esteem
What we offer
- weekly private lessons
- regular group lessons
- parent enrichment classes
- solo and group performance opportunities
- orchestra, chamber music, rhythmic reading
- additional learning through observation
- flexible approach customized to each child
- violin instruction also available in French
- exceptional teaching by world-renowned faculty
“The Suzuki Method has fostered a closer relationship between my daughter and myself, and has promoted the development of her self discipline.”
Dave McEllistrum, Suzuki parent
What is the Suzuki method?
Dr. Shinichi Suzuki (1898—1998), Japanese musician and educator, founded the Suzuki Method in the 1930s. It began in North America in the 1960’s, and is known worldwide today. The main principle of the Suzuki Method of musical instruction is: Just as children learn to speak their native tongue, they will learn how to play a musical instrument.
Dr. Suzuki observed that children hear the sounds and rhythms of their native language from birth, and parents always encourage and celebrate their children’s efforts at learning to speak. There is no doubt that they will succeed. In this natural process, all children experience delight and joy in acquiring their “mother tongue.” Likewise, the Suzuki String School of Guelph applies the Suzuki Method by creating an environment, both at lessons and at home, which stimulates the child’s desire to learn to play the violin, viola or cello.
What does the Suzuki method require of me as a parent?
The SSSG is a community of families committed to nurturing the Suzuki way of life. You will be expected to:
Parents don’t need a musical background.
- Attend your child’s private and group lessons at the school.
- Play the recordings of pieces to be learned.
- Guide your child’s daily practice sessions at home.
- Support your child as she or he learns a new skill.
Parents don’t need a musical background. The teacher will show you, step-by-step, how to guide your child easily at home.
When do we begin?
The earlier the better! Children of preschool age have an insatiable desire to learn. Learning an instrument at such a young age will have a positive impact on their development for years to come. You can start developing your child’s musical potential by surrounding him/her with a musical environment. Music becomes a natural part of children’s lives when they are exposed to fine music at concerts, on television, on the radio, or on recordings.
How do we begin?
- Contact the school to discuss program details.
- Observe several private and group lessons.
- Register your child.
- Attend introductory sessions.
To start in the fall, it is best to contact us in the spring, but you can call us anytime.
“The SSSG gave me a strong sense of community and belonging. Students developed strong friendships that will last a lifetime.”
Margot Lange, ESL teacher and SSSG Alumni
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