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Suzuki Guitar
“ I want to make good citizens. If a child hears fine music from the day of his birth and learns to play it himself, he develops sensitivity, discipline and endurance. He gets a beautiful heart. ”
—Shin'ichi Suzuki
Q: What is the Suzuki Method?
A:The Suzuki Method is a developmentally appropriate way to teach music to children ages 3 and up. Teacher and parents work together to create an environment in which children can learn music as easily and naturally as they learn to speak their native language.
Q:How does it work?
A:Parents begin by reading Nurtured by Love by Shinichi Suzuki. Next, parents attend three lessons without the child. In these lessons, parents learn the fundamentals of playing guitar as well as games and activities they can use to teach their children at home (parent lessons reduce the time it takes children to learn the Twinkle Variations by 4-6 weeks). Parents will also learn what size guitar, stool and music to buy.
Students begin by listening to the Book 1 CD daily and by watching parents practice at home. After the three parent lessons, students will attend weekly half-hour lessons in which teacher and parent are both present. During weekly lessons, students learn the fundamentals of rhythm and playing technique in small, easy-to-manage steps. Games and activities make practice and repetition fun.
In addition to weekly lessons, parents and students also attend monthly group lessons. Students enjoy the social aspects of group lessons and learn such skills as cooperation, sharing, self-confidence, and following directions. Parents exchange ideas, support one another, and take pride in their children’s accomplishments.
Q:What are the benefits?
A:The Suzuki Method requires a substantial commitment of time, energy and money, but the benefits for children are numerous and well-documented.
· Posture
· Attention
· Focus
· Memory
· Self-confidence
· Self-discipline
· Cooperation
· Maturity
· Respect
The Suzuki Method develops the whole child. Its goal is to nurture fine human beings who can confidently overcome challenges, understand responsibility and cooperate with others. Fostering these qualities in children helps to make the world a better place. Suzuki is Education through Music.
Q: How do I begin?
A:Call or e-mail our friendly staff (info@nycguitarschool.com or 646-485-7244) to set up a no-obligation consultation with one of our Suzuki instructors. There is no charge for this consultation. The consultation is 1/2 hour. Your child does not need to be present.
For more information and to register for a course or trial lesson email
info@nycguitarschool.com or call 646-485-7244.
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-Jessica, Age 5.
She just played in our Kids Student Show!
"I'm so glad she has a great teacher!"
-Elaine (Jessica's Mom)
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"The lessons are fun! I feel like I'm doing well- I like to jam."
-Rupert, age 7
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"It's super-duper fun!"
-Thalia, age 4
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--Henri, Age 9
"It's the best place for kids to learn guitar!" --Ron Navarre (Henri's Dad)
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-Noah, Age 8
"He loves it. As soon as he was able to play Smoke On The Water it changed everything." -Jeri, Noah's mom
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"He's learning a lot and having fun- Tom has a really patient way with him- he'll teach him a chord and then show him how that chord fits into one of his favorite rock songs."
- Parents of Theo, age 6
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"I like it very much! I love to make music... when I grow up I'm gonna be in a band."
- David, age 7
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