Suzuki Instruction

Ages 3 to 12

Developed by Japanese music educator Shinichi Suzuki, this instrument learning method is designed to teach children as young as three.

Through the Suzuki method:

Young children master basic musical skills, improve listening ability, and acquire physical comfort with their instrument and with performing.

Intermediate and advanced students learn to read music, improve technical proficiency, and play skill-specific repertoire.

The individual lesson and group-class format motivates children to excel in their musical studies and celebrate their accomplishments.

What You Get

A Family Based Program
Weekly Individual Instruction
Parent Involvement with the Learning Process
Regular Group Classes
Studio Recitals
Departmental Recitals
Accompanied Recitals and Rehearsals
Teacher Feedback and Evaluations
Sherwood Fiddlers Performing Ensemble
Special Events and Off-Site Performance Opportunities
A Friendly and Nurturing Environment

Suzuki Individual Lessons and Group Classes

Enrollment is for 18 weeks.
Age 3: Cello, Violin (at instructor’s discretion).
Age 4 and older: Cello, Violin, Viola, Guitar, Flute, Piano, Harp

30-minute individual lesson and 30-minute group class
Monday – Saturday / Time By Mutual Agreement / $865

30-minute individual lesson and 45-minute group class
Monday – Saturday / Time By Mutual Agreement / $934

45-minute individual lesson and 45-minute group class
Monday – Saturday / Time By Mutual Agreement / $1,050

45-minute individual lesson and 60-minute group class
Monday – Saturday / Time By Mutual Agreement / $1,125

Suzuki Parent Class
Saturday / Scheduled by mutual agreement / $70
Childcare provided by Sherwood. (One day workshop: scheduled for new parents as needed.)

PLEASE NOTE: Participation in Sherwood’s Suzuki program requires enrollment in individual lessons AND group class. Any exceptions must be approved by the Director of Academic Affairs and the head of the Suzuki Department.

Enrollment requires attendance by the student and a parent or caregiver at a weekly individual lesson and a weekly group class for students at the same level of ability. Parents new to Sherwood and the Suzuki method are required to enroll in a parent class that introduces them to the Suzuki method and their important role in their child’s education. Sherwood’s comprehensive program offers Suzuki instruction on seven instruments.