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The Suzuki teaching philosophy, developed by Shinichi Suzuki, is grounded in the belief that every child can develop ability when placed in a nurturing and musically rich environment. Often referred to as the “Mother-Tongue Method,” it models music education on the way children naturally acquire language.
Core Principles of the Suzuki Philosophy
1. Early Beginning
Instruction typically begins as early as age three, leveraging the brain’s heightened capacity for absorption during early childhood.
2. Mother-Tongue Approach
Just as children learn to speak through immersion, repetition, and encouragement, music is learned through:
Frequent listening
Consistent repetition
Positive reinforcement
Step-by-step progression
3. Parental Involvement
Parents play an active role in lessons and daily practice. They function as home teachers, creating a supportive learning environment and modeling commitment and patience.
4. Character Development Through Music
Suzuki education is not solely about technical proficiency. It emphasizes cultivating:
Discipline
Focus
Empathy
Patience
Respect
Communication skills
The underlying philosophy asserts that music is a vehicle for developing a beautiful heart and noble character. Technical skill is important, but the primary objective is nurturing a well-rounded human being.
5. Learning Within Community
Group classes and performances foster collaboration, listening skills, peer modeling, and mutual encouragement.
At its core, the Suzuki philosophy views music education as life education. By raising children with sensitivity, perseverance, and compassion through musical study, it aims to contribute positively to society. As Suzuki himself believed, when we cultivate beautiful minds and hearts, we cultivate a better world.
Suzuki Kids Spring Program consists of a 15 week-long program which includes:
15 private lessons, 30 minutes long
4 Group Classes: 4 once a month group classes, 30 minutes long
2 times a month extra help by instruments (March-June)
15+4+8=27 classes total ($55 per class)
The End of Year Recital!
Student Details
Age Groups: 3-4 years old, 5-7 years old, and 8-10 years old.
Instruments: Violin, Cello or Piano
Level: All levels
Scheduling & Tuition
Schedule: March 3rd, 2026 to June 13, 2026. Prorated available.
Private Lessons (15 lessons) + Once a Month Group Class (4 classes) + Extra Help (8 classes)+ End of Year Recital = 27 classes
Tuition: $1575 + $25 one time registration fee + 5% tax ($1575 in total with trial lesson reduction)
Installment plan available with 5% additional surcharge for each installment.
Payment methods: Online purchase only
Trial lessons are $25 and can be deducted from the tuition.
Dates: All private lessons in Woodside will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesday or Thursdays.
Dates
Thursdays PRIAVE LESSONS
MARCH
Mar 5th, Mar 12th, Mar 19th, Mar 26th,
APRIL
Apr 16th, Apr 23rd, Apr 30th
MAY
May 7th, May 14th, May 21st, May 28th
JUNE
June 4th, June 11th, June 18th
Saturday, June 13th : The End of Year Recital
Group Class Dates
EVERY LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH
Group lessons are essential for Suzuki Programs. It is a 45 minutes long class that includes rhythm, melody and music theory games and also preparing for the end of recital.
5- 5:45 PM
Saturday, Mar 28th
Saturday, Apr 25th
Saturday, May 30th
Extra Help is a sectional group class meaning the same instrument students will meet together. A-30 minute long class each. The teacher will add as necessary. Dates are subject to be changed depending on participants availability.
