Suzuki Violin Workshop, Feb. 8-9, 2019

Early registration ends Oct. 31 Our friends at Willamette Violin Academy are holding a special 2019 Suzuki Violin Workshop. Styled after a Suzuki Summer Institute, participants perform in group classes, music analysis workshops, popular music improvisation lessons, masterclasses, a parent talk, and an information session on instrument selection and care. Internationally renowned clinicians deliver a … Read More

Introducing our new Suzuki Violin Teacher, Elyse M. Walters

Please join Jodie and Meagan in welcoming ESMA’s newest Suzuki violin teacher, Elyse M. Walters! We’ve been talking with Elyse for nearly a year now. She was born in Klamath Falls, and today lives in Creswell with her husband, two daughters (one of who was born in July!), and two French bulldogs. You can learn more about … Read More

Upcoming Suzuki workshop

Workshops, masterclasses, group events & parent talk, all levels, Feb. 24 My friend and colleague Kara Eubanks at Willamette Violin Academy has helped organize a wonderful all-levels Suzuki workshop on Sat., Feb., 24. (And yes, this is the same day as the recital, but it starts later in the day. Sometimes you really can do … Read More

Fall Term starts Sept. 11

Despite all the smoke and heat, I hope you had a good Labor Day weekend and that back-to-school week is off to a good start for you. Quick reminder: ESMA is closed this week, and Fall Term begins Mon., Sept. 11. Here are some important dates for you: Fall Term: Sept. 11-Dec. 16, 2017 Little … Read More

Practice video: Why Live Performance Is Essential & Wonderful

How concerts inspire musicians of all ages Welcome to Practice Corner! Whatever the season, there are live music performances you and your child can attend. From summer concerts outside, to going to a jam or concert anytime of year, live performance excites and inspires musicians of all ages. There’s nothing like seeing how music gets … Read More

Summer Registration & Summer Term

Summer Term is almost here, and registration is open! During summer we change up both lessons and Little Notes classes: Suzuki Violin Lessons Lessons are available Tuesday–Thursdays throughout July 11–Aug. 31. Sign up for lessons based on your summer schedule. 4-lesson minimum required of all violin students (but more is better). No group class during … Read More

Practice video: Practice Buddies: Creating a neutral voice

Your child doesn’t have to feel defensive about practice mistakes Welcome to Practice Corner! How do we help a child with mistakes without the child feeling attacked or criticized? The answer can be as simple as a helpful frog, ladybug, or dinosaur. Dr. Suzuki says: “Creating desire in your child’s heart is the parent’s duty.” … Read More

Practice video: Preparing for Recitals

Is your child preparing for a music recital? Welcome to Practice Corner! Whether a Suzuki book graduation or a full-on studio recital, performances can be a time of celebration, anxiety, and opportunity for your Suzuki kid. Yet the recital prep you do at home can be far more important than the recital itself. The tone … Read More

Welcome Meagan! Meet our new Suzuki Violin Teacher

ESMA has been growing and growing lately, and we are so glad that now there’s not just one violin teacher… there are two! Meagan Ruvolo is now accepting students to her Suzuki violin studio. Meagan’s Teaching Philosophy Having been a Suzuki student from the age of 4 and then studying the Suzuki philosophy long-term at … Read More