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Weekly Individual
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Group Lessons |
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individual lesson is the core of Suzuki instruction – the place
where basic skills are taught and the parent-teacher-child
learning team is developed. You and your private teacher will
arrange a mutually convenient time for weekly instruction. The
length of your child’s weekly lesson will vary, depending on
his/her level and ability (typically 15-30 minutes for
beginners). The amount of instruction a student receives is
tailored to each child’s rate of growth in the manner of the
Suzuki philosophy. The parent observes the teacher’s comments and
instruction and uses these guidelines in practice at home. Note
taking is encouraged. While the parent is the “teacher at home,”
the teacher is the person who leads the studio lesson. |
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Each Suzuki
student is assigned a group class according to the students’ age
and level. Typically 30 to 45 minutes in length, group lessons
are scheduled on Wednesday afternoons from between 4:15 and 5:45.
Groups for beginning students are set up at the discretion of the
private teacher. The group class is an integral part of the
Suzuki experience. Skills are reinforced through constant and
varied repetition, reviews of “old” pieces and introductions to
new pieces through listening. Group classes provide a fun and
social atmosphere for musical peers, often providing that extra
motivation each student needs. Even activities that appear to be
“games” hold an important instructional purpose. Technical,
ensemble and listening skills are developed in the group
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Play-ins |
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Solo Recitals |
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approximately three times each semester on Saturday mornings,
play-ins are family times and provide review for the annual
recital. Play-ins feature large group work with a teacher.
Family and friends are welcome. Announcements, skits, and
Wednesday groups are also an important part of Play-ins. |
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Held at
intervals throughout the year, solo recitals provide a dignified
setting to perform individually. The piece selected to perform
should be one that the student has polished, thus providing the
child with a positive performance experience. The audience
includes family and friends of performers. |
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Orff Classes |
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Orchestra and
Ensembles |
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the work of Carl Orff, these Wednesday afternoon groups features
rhythmic movement. Especially helpful for younger students and
those4 preparing for violin/viola/cello classes, Orff is open to
students of all ages. Siblings of Suzuki students may enroll in
these classes for a small fee. |
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Enforcing note
reading skills, ensemble playing and technique, these Wednesday
afternoon groups are open to students at the discretion of the
private teacher after note reading skills are initiated.
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Annual Workshop and
Recital |
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Parent Class |
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yearly event, usually held mid- to late spring features all
students performing pieces selected by the faculty. The Annual
Recital is an exciting time for students to collaborate and
“show-off” the year’s hard work after a weekend of working with
guest clinicians. |
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A
requirement for all families new to the AC program, this academic
credit class is offered each semester at a time best for all new
parents. The Suzuki philosophy, ways to assist in teaching your
child, and the basics of playing the instrument are covered. The
parent must enroll in the course concurrent or previous to
starting his/her child in the Suzuki program. |
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Program Fees |
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Waiting List |
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Program
fees beginning the fall of 2005 will be as follows for each
fifteen-week semester of private and group instruction:
Beginner (1/2hour)...................$300.00
Advanced (3/4
hour).................$425.00
Hour..........................................$540.00
The above rates include any
Wednesday groups, orchestras, solo recitals and play-ins for the
enrolled student.
Optional additional fees (at the
discretion of the teacher) include:
Small
Ensemble..........................$20.00
Orff for Children NOT studying an
instrument...................................$50.00
Orchestra/Group for students NOT in
the Suzuki program............................$75.00
Additional fees collected during the year are as follows:
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Fall Parent Fund Fee (fund is used for workshop clinician
expenses, student scholarships, and program incidentals
throughout the year): $15 per student
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Spring Parent SAA Membership Fee (goes directly to the Suzuki
Association of the Americas for family membership): $30 per
family
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The
Amarillo College Suzuki Program does currently have a waiting list
for new student placement.
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