Suzuki & Fusion Program
My goal is to instill your child with a lifelong joy and appreciation for music.
Suzuki lessons are rooted in parental involvement, listening, repetition, dedication, fun and games. Suzuki families are expected to practice daily and perform in studio recitals and community outreach events. All cello students in my studio have weekly one-on-one lessons, practice regularly and attend studio recitals and community outreach events.
Non-Suzuki repertoire such as extracurricular orchestra and chamber music and orchestra, pop music, folk, and fiddle may also be incorporated dependent on the interest of the family! Carlyn may also prepare students for ABRSM exams. As the student advances, music theory, etudes, and scales are also incorporated into the lessons.
All Suzuki students ages 10 and under have a parent present in the lessons. The parent takes notes and learns alongside the child in order to be the “home teacher.” Families are emailed a weekly practice agenda and recordings following the lesson.
Interested in joining my Suzuki studio? Here’s where to start.
Contact me for rates and to set up a complimentary parent phone call. On this call, we will discuss the Suzuki Method and your goals to see if it is a good fit for your family. The next step is scheduling a trial lesson, and I will provide you with educational reading materials.
At the trial lesson, I will meet you and your child in person and establish the Student-Parent-Teacher triangle. If we decide to move forward, we will establish a regular weekly lesson time and practice routine.
Begin your Suzuki journey and a lifelong love of cello and music!
My teaching philosophies and principles:
Positive reinforcement: striving for improvement and celebrating achievement while having fun!
Developing fundamental technique, balanced posture, and increased dexterity
Musical awareness using creativity, imagery and storytelling
Increasing patience, focus, and self-confidence
Ear and rhythm training, note reading, and music theory
Learning how to practice by addressing technical checklists to break down challenges
Time management and performance strategies to meet goals including studio recitals and auditions
Tackling nerves and performance anxiety
Encouraging student participation in social music activities such as group playing, camps, and ensembles
Mixing genres for students interested in improvisation
