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What happens when you combine strips of construction paper with the review songs you play in practice? You get a review chain! All term we are making a paper chain for the studio. For every review song played, take a strip of construction paper and make a new link for our chain. I have strips of … Read More
Did you know that recitals are important for babies and toddlers too? Playing in recitals, or even just attending, helps infants and young children in many ways: Builds confidence, listening, and social skills Engages young children with music Shows that it’s okay to feel nervous Demonstrates that people’s efforts and hard work are appreciated Fosters … Read More
Want to try something new in your child’s practice? Here’s a suggestion from Julie, whose daughter and son are ESMA violin students: In our family, stuffed animals are called cozy friends. In this practice game, 8 cozy friends “compete” against each other to see who is the best at guessing which of 2 practice spots … Read More
You know how important it is to listen to your Suzuki CD. Whether you are in Little Notes or taking violin lessons, you see the benefits of listening to your CD often. However, listening does not have to be limited to our Suzuki recordings. There is a wide range of music out there that is great … Read More
Suzuki Institutes are a great way to get a new violin experience. You’ll get the opportunity to work with fantastic teachers and spend quality summer time with your child. There are often scholarships available for students to attend. Some of the registration dates are coming up soon, so don’t delay: Northwest Suzuki Institute We are … Read More
Is thinking about the recital giving your kids stage fright? World-famous violinist Midori talks about how to deal with stage fright, including one of our favorite tips: practice performance at home.
Attending live performances can be inspiring and motivational. Summer can also be a time of low motivation since lessons are not regular and we don’t have group class. Summer is also a great time to enjoy concerts, because they are often family friendly. Check out these great opportunities for your family: Eugene Symphony in the … Read More
Every once and a while (usually around recital time) someone asks me the same question: why do we need to perform? Some students are very comfortable with performance. Others get nervous. Regular performance can make the difference between a fun experience and a feeling of failure. No matter how a student feels when performing, there … Read More
Teenagers often wonder if violin can be used in things other than classical. Here are a few examples. Jodie went to college with these guys:
Most parents start their journey of being a Suzuki parent without very much knowledge of what the Suzuki Method is. Often they’ve heard about the Suzuki Method in passing, but the philosophy is something new. When we start talking to a new parent about music, the first thing we tell them about is listening. This … Read More