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Suzuki Academy
The WMS/DMS Suzuki Academy is based on the educational philosophy of Shinichi
Suzuki, applying the mother tongue approach to music study. Students learn to
play violin, viola, cello or flute as they would learn to speak language—by
listening and imitating—with the support of parents and teacher. Parents are
expected to attend lessons with children and assist with home study. In
addition to the weekly private lesson, mandatory group/theory classes meet
weekly, providing further reinforcement of techniques studied during the
private lessons and increasing students’ motivation and enjoyment.
Specific group assignments are determined by each student’s individual skills
and advancement through the Suzuki literature. Recitals are scheduled
throughout the year. All WMS/DMS Suzuki faculty have received Suzuki teacher
training and are registered through the Suzuki Association of the Americas.
Suzuki instruction is appropriate for children as young as age 2, depending on
the child’s development and the instrument. Very young children and their
parent/caregiver are interviewed prior to receiving an approval to begin formal
Suzuki studies. WMS/DMS Suzuki Academy instruction is available at the
Wilmington Branch and also on a limited basis at the school’s Pike Creek
location (see page 20).
Suzuki Academy Private Study
Suzuki Group Classes
Suzuki Academy Tuition
Other Suzuki Academy Classes
Suzuki Academy Private Study____________
The private study lesson day/time is arranged through the Registrar and is
subject to instructor availability. Each student enrolled in Suzuki Academy
private study must participate in weekly group/theory classes. Student and
parent/caregiver attend weekly lessons that follow the school’s quarterly
lesson schedule.
Suzuki Group Classes____________
Each student enrolled in Suzuki Academy private study must participate in
weekly group/theory classes. Attendance is mandatory for all WMS/DMS
Suzuki Academy students and is considered an integral part of the Suzuki
method. Suzuki group classes alternate between repertoire classes and
theory/musicianship classes. Grouped by similar instrument and ability
level, students learn listening and social skills by interacting in the
group environment. Parents are expected to observe group classes. Advanced
Suzuki Academy students who qualify by audition may participate in Orchestral
Prep for Strings (Monday), Orchestral Prep for Suzuki Strings (Saturday), the
Delaware Youth Orchestra or the Delaware Youth Symphony in addition to
traditional Suzuki group classes at no additional cost. Orchestral Prep for
Suzuki Strings will be offered on Saturdays with the other Suzuki Academy
group classes.
Suzuki Group Class List
| Vivaldi Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 9:00-9:45am |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Suzuki Academy faculty |
Bach Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 9:00-9:45am |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Suzuki Academy faculty |
Mozart Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 9:45-10:30am |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Suzuki Academy Faculty |
Beethoven Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 9:45-10:30am |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Suzuki Academy faculty |
Mendelssohn Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 10:30-11:15am |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Suzuki Academy faculty |
Brahms Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 10:30-11:15am |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Suzuki Academy faculty |
Tchaikovsky Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 11:15am-12:00pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Shelley Beard Schleigh |
Hindemith Viola Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 11:15am-12:00pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Shelley Beard Schleigh |
Violin Group Class for Suzuki Parents |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 11:15am-12:00pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Suzuki Academy faculty |
Paganini Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 12:00-12:45pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Shelley Beard Schleigh |
Kreisler Violin Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 12:00-12:45pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Shelley Beard Schleigh |
Boccherini Cello Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 12:00-12:45pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Jennifer Crowell Stomberg |
Dvorak Cello Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 12:00-12:45pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Jennifer Crowell Stomberg |
Orchestral Prep for Suzuki Strings |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 1:00-2:00pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Gwen Fuller and Suzuki Academy faculty |
Elgar Cello Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 12:45-1:30pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Jennifer Crowell Stomberg |
Haydn Cello Group |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 12:45-1:30pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Jennifer Crowell Stomberg |
Suzuki Flute Book 1 Group |
| Day/Time: |
Thursday, 5:30-6:15pm |
| First Class: |
Thursday, September 11, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Melinda Brown |
Suzuki Flute Book 2 & 3 Group |
| Day/Time: |
Thursday, 6:15-7:00pm |
| First Class: |
Thursday, September 11, 2008 |
| Instructor: |
Melinda Brown |
Suzuki Academy Tuition____________
Tuition for the WMS/DMS Suzuki Academy includes: private study; mandatory
weekly Suzuki group/theory class; student recital participation (including
piano accompaniment fees); WMS/DMS Suzuki workshops and events; and
Suzuki Class for New Parents. Advanced Suzuki Academy students who
qualify by audition may participate in Orchestral Prep for Suzuki Strings
(Saturday) or Orchestral Prep for Strings (Monday), the Delaware Youth
Orchestra or the Delaware Youth Symphony in addition to traditional Suzuki
group classes at no additional cost. Materials—books, music and CD—must
be purchased separately.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.
Private Study + Group Class Tuition (per semester)*
30-minute lesson + Suzuki group class = $ 751.66
45-minute lesson + Suzuki group class = $1055.19
60-minute lesson + Suzuki group class = $1341.15
*5% discount on tuition price when total is paid by September 24, 2008.
Other Suzuki Academy Classes____________
| Orchestral Prep for Suzuki Strings |
| Age: |
9 - 13 years, exceptions may be made for older and younger students on an individual basis |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 1:00-2:00pm |
| First Rehearsal: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Length: |
Entire academic year (two 15-week semesters) |
| Tuition: |
Included in Suzuki Academy tuition |
| Instructor: |
Gwen Fuller and Suzuki Academy faculty |
| Auditions: |
Saturday, May 31, 2008, 2-5pm
Thursday, July 31, 2008, 5-8pm
Thursday, August 7, 2008, 5-8pm
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10am-1pm |
This class/ensemble prepares string students for participation
in orchestra and chamber music by strengthening the skills
they have acquired from private lessons, group classes
and music theory. Activities will include rhythm exercises,
note-reading studies and tuning, along with listening studies,
playing in ensemble and discussing composers and specific
musical pieces. The class/ensemble helps to prepare the
student for Delaware Youth Orchestra. Students may
spend more than one year in the class/ensemble, depending
upon ability level and rate of advancement. Annually,
students will participate in a side-by-side orchestra concert
with the Delaware Youth Orchestra, with periodic additional
performance opportunities.
Prerequisite: Placement audition; consent of the instructor. |
| Suzuki Class for New Parents - Philosophy Overview |
All parents of new Suzuki Academy students are required
to attend the Suzuki Class for New Parents—Philosophy
Overview prior to beginning lessons or group classes.
The Suzuki Method is a cooperative experience; the learning
process is shared between the teacher, child and parent/
caregiver, and it is critical that the parent/caregiver understand
the basics of the philosophy. This class is included in the
cost of the student’s tuition. It is open to interested parents
and teachers not registered in the Suzuki Academy at a
cost of $45. Please contact the Wilmington Branch Front
Desk to register. |
| Dates: |
Wednesday, June 11, 2008 - 7-9pm
Thursday, July 31, 2008 - 5-7pm
Tuesday, Sept 2, 2008 - 7-9pm
Wednesday, Nov 26, 2008 - 7-9pm
Monday, Jan 19, 2009 - 7-9pm
Tuesday, June 9, 2009 - 7-9pm |
| Violin Group Class for Suzuki Parents |
| Age: |
Adults (18 years and up) |
| Day/Time: |
Saturday, 11:15am-12:15pm |
| First Class: |
Saturday, September 13, 2008 |
| Length: |
Entire academic year (two 8-week semesters) |
| Tuition: |
$89.25 per 8-week semester; class meets every other week |
| Instructor: |
Shelley Beard Schleigh/Suzuki Academy faculty |
Designed for Suzuki parents who want to learn to play
along with their children, this optional class covers the
basics of technique and early Suzuki repertoire. |
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