Learn to play the violin through the Suzuki™Method!

The Suzuki™ Method is also called the mother tongue method and builds on the the principle that one can learn an instrument in the same manner as learning one's' native tongue. The method was developed by Shin’ichi Suzuki in Japan after the Second World War and has since spread over the world. An important part of the method is the principle that all children possess talent: since all children can learn to speak, all can learn to play an instrument. To learn an instrument in the same manner as learning to speak, that is by imitation a child should ideally start early. A good age to start is between 3 and 6 years’ old, however, Simone accepts children of all ages into the Suzuki program.

As small children learn best by imitation, they are first taught to play by ear. To listen to recordings with the Suzuki™ repertoire is therefore compulsory and speeds up the learning. Just as with learning the mother tongue, the music is to be present as much as possible in the child’s environment.

Repetition is another important building block of the method. Unlike many other violin methods the pieces in the Suzuki™ repertoire increase in difficulty with each new piece. By repeating the pieces one has already learned, it is easier to learn new repertoire. Besides, it creates a chore repetoire shared with all those also taught by the method around the world that makes it easy to play together. Sometimes, a parent can be tempted to compare their child with other children according to where they are in the Suzuki™ books. It is important to remind all parents that all children develop at their own pace and needs to be given the time that is necessary for them.

When taught by the method, students also have weekly group lessons besides the individual lessons. This gives an opportunity to repeat technique that has already been taught but also to facilitate ensemble playing and to strengthen social ties. It is a big advantage to see one’s teacher twice a week and the social aspect is especially important!

The parent is very important in the Suzuki™ Method. The parent is present at all violin lessons, both individual and group, observes and takes notes and practices with the child at home. Before the child starts with their lessons, the parent therefore takes a parent course where they learn the basics of the instrument.

Prices

Prices: Prices include individual lessons x 14 and group lessons x 14.

• Only group play (note that group play is included in the fees above, this is for students who do not take individual lessons with us): 1500 SEK
• Group play siblings: 1000 SEK
• Siblings can share 30, 45 or 60 minutes but must then purchase group play for that sibling/siblings.