Suzuki Piano Institute
Wednesday, June 3 - Saturday, June 6, 2009
The University of Louisville School of Music is proud to host one of the longest running Suzuki institutes in the United States. Now in its 31st year, the week-long summer workshop has a rich history of providing training for Suzuki teachers and families, many of whom return year after year, developing deep friendships in the process. The Institute is founded on the teaching ideals of the late Dr. Haruko Kataoka, world-wide authority on Suzuki Method, founder of Piano Basics, and our master teacher each summer for nearly two decades.
Mission Statement
The Institute shall provide a week of research for teachers, parents, and students to come together in order to strengthen the quality of Suzuki piano education.
Goals
To increase teachers' and parents' understanding of the wonderful nature of children and how they learn To enrich teachers' playing abilities so as to provide the best possible model for students To develop students' playing abilities, reading skills, and overall musicianship To encourage and equip parents to be successful helpers at home To do all of this in a serious, but festive and encouraging atmosphere that motivates all concerned to experience the exciting world of music |
Student Curriculum - Student Application Form
Student Application & Submission Guidelines
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Tuition: |
$275 |
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Tuition for Pre-Twinkle Class |
$200 |
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Late Fee (after May 10): |
$25 |
For many students, Institute is the highlight of their musical year. Our outstanding faculty and engaging classes make it a week to remember. Getting together for a week for the sole purpose of making music and hanging out with friends make “piano camp” a special experience.
Class Information
The student curriculum consists of four hours of classes per day: one piano class plus three enrichment classes. Piano classes have three students per class. Enrichment classes have twelve students per class. Piano classes are sixty minutes in length, beginning on the hour. Enrichment classes are fifty minutes long, running from five minutes past the hour to five minutes before the hour. Classes take place between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Student Recitals
All students will perform on a formal evening recital in our wonderful concert facility, Margaret Comstock Concert Hall. Each recital will be will be followed by a reception. Formal concert attire includes dresses for girls and shirt and tie for boys, preferably a jacket or suit. No casual clothes or shoes are permitted. The home teacher will set the bench and footrest for the recital.
Pre-Twinkle Course
Children ages 3-6 with no previous instruction may enroll in the Pre-Twinkle course. Students and their parents will have an introductory piano class with Mr. Bruce Anderson each day, plus a daily enrichment class.
Parent Supervision
Children under age 13 must be accompanied by their parent or a responsible adult throughout the week. Parents attend the piano class, set the bench and footrest, take notes, and so on. Parent observation of enrichment classes is welcome and, in some cases, required. All children must be supervised and accounted for between classes. This is for their safety as well as out of respect for other students and groups sharing the facility.
Teacher Curriculum & Teacher Application Form
