January Studio News

Suzuki Strings Wed., Jan. 9, 2019

(Click here for Suzuki Strings Blog)

-NEW Class SCHEDULE-

5:00pm
Rm 104 Pre-Twinkle and Twinkle class
Rm 207 Early Bk 1 (Lightly Row - Etude)
Rm 206 All students/instruments (Etude and up)

5:30-6:15pm

Rm 104 Bk 1 (Etude and up)

Rm 207 Bk 2-3 

Rm 206 Orchestra (Bk 3-4 and up)

6:15pm
Rm 206 Adv. Violin

Performances: 
*Jack Ashton and Young Artists on April 13th
*Rocky Mountain Strings on April 25th
*Spring Concert on May 2nd

Parents as Partners Online: This series of over sixty short online videos are created by Suzuki Teachers and Parents, especially for Suzuki Parents and Teachers. 

We cover topics like:
Questions and answers about teen years,
Communicating difficult issues,
Working with the “squirrelly” ones,
Mindful practice,
Time management,
and much more!

Each Monday for 10 weeks, at least five short videos will be aired with accompanying audio only format, and transcripts as well. Once posted, all talks will be available online through October 15th. Please include $12 in January's tuition.  

No Lessons Monday, January 21st. 

Studio Group Schedule
Tues., Jan. 22nd 
4pm at Whittlesticks
Ann
Lyla

Wed. Jan. 23rd 
3:30-4:30pm at Whittlesticks
Ethan
Nisha

Thurs., Jan. 24 
4-5pm at Longhurst's
Andrea
Ava
Carvin
Hannah
Kimberly

5-6pm at Longhurst's
Abbey
Eva
Kamri
Mahina
Trace

Suzuki Association of Utah Parent and Teacher convention Sat., Jan. 26th. West Valley, UT

I love being a musician because...

SAU Membership Dues

It's time to renew your SAU family membership! 

*Family membership includes a subscription to a tri-yearly SAU family newsletter. This newsletter has helpful articles and information on upcoming activities statewide.

*SAU family membership also provides discounts to all SAU sponsored activities including graduation, super activities, Suzuki Strings group classes, Fall workshop, etc. 

SAU Family membership is $30 payable to Marin Colby and is due by Sept. 30th. I'll register everyone online and you' ll receive your membership card in a few months.  

September Studio News

I love the feeling of a new month! I'm sad summer is coming to an end but I kind of like the routine that fall brings -it feels good to have a plan! 

I know you're all getting back in to a regular practice routine now that school is back in session and I've been thinking of what I can do to make practicing easier and more meaningful this year. 

There are two books, by Christine E. Goodner, that I highly recommend! Beyond the Music Lesson: Habits of Successful Suzuki Families and Positive Practice: 5 Steps to Help your Child Develop a Love of Music. I have ordered 10 copies of the first one and I'll have them available on loan from the studio or you can purchase your own copy. 

I think these will be great resources whether your child is 5 years old or 15 years old!

No Lessons, Mon., Sept 3rd

These lessons will be made up during studio group week, Mon., Sept. 24, regular lesson schedule. 

SAU Family membership dues

It's time to renew your Suzuki Association of Utah membership. Annual dues are $30 family. This includes 4 publications, $10 discount to the Suzuki Strings or Fall Workshop and registration to SAU graduation recital. Make payment to 'Marin Colby' and I'll register you online.

Suzuki Strings Group (click here for more info)

Suzuki Strings fall semester begins on Wed., Sept. 5th at 5pm at the SUU Music building. 

Twinkle and Early Bk 1 students will be in Rm 104 (downstairs) at 5-5:30pm. 

Late Bk 1 students will be in Rm 206 (upstairs) at 5-5:30pm and will go down to Rm 104 at 5:30-6:15pm. 

Bk 2 and 3 students will be in Rm 206 at 5-5:30 and then go to Rm 207 5:30-6:15pm

Bk 4 and up students will be in Orchestra, Rm 206 5:00-6:15 and stay in Rm 206 for Adv. violin class 6:15-7pm. 

Let me know if you have any questions about where to go. 

I'll have registration forms at lessons and you can give them to me or your group teacher. Make checks payable to Suzuki Strings. The semester fee is $70 for one student, $80 for two students, $90 for family. Make sure your current email address is on the form so you get all the updates! SAU families can take $10 discount. 

Regional Fall Workshop and Concert, Nov. 2-3, 2018

Denise Willey and two of her daughters, Lara Willey and Catherine Schultze are the guest clinicians. You can read more about them here. The Fall Workshop fee is included in your Suzuki Strings Fall Semester registration.

If you are not part of Suzuki Strings group this semester you can register for the 2-day workshop before Oct. 15th. It is $20 for Twinkle to Allegretto students (the $10 SAU discount does not apply to these students), $40 for individual students (the $10 SAU discount can be applied to these students).

You can access the supplementary pieces and orchestra music on your MMS account (My Music Staff). Print and put in your binder before your next lesson or Suzuki Strings class.    

OSU Fall Recital Series

Recitals are held every Tuesday this month, 7:30pm at 2111 North Main St. Cedar City.

Suggested donation $8 adults, $5 student.

Ethan Calvasina will be performing a few fiddle pieces on the Patriotic Gala recital, Tues., Sept. 11th. Come out and support him! See the full series here.

Studio Group Lessons

Studio group lessons will resume this month. 

Wed., Sept. 26th 4-5pm at Whittlesticks.

Ethan 

Nisha

Thurs., Sept. 27th, 4-5pm at the Longhurst home.

Andrea

Carvin

Hannah

Kimberly 

Ava

Thurs., Sept. 27th, 5-6pm at the Longhurst home. 

Eva

Abbey

Trace

Kamri

Mahina

Fri., Sept. 28th, 4-5pm at Whittlesticks. 

Ann

Elsie

Lyla 

Congratulations to these Graduates!

Lyla held her Twinkle Graduation on July 25th. Kamri (sister) and some cousins performed as well! 

SAU Graduation was on Aug, 25th in St. George at the beautiful Westside Baptist Church. 

Abbey participated in the Pre-level and performed Long Long Ago by T.H. Bayley. 

Ethan graduated from Level 4 and performed Concerto in G minor, 1st mvt by Vivaldi.

April Studio News

This week, April 2-7, begins Spring Break for Iron County students. I am still teaching but I know many students are leaving town so let me know what your plans are for lessons. Check the Studio calendar for cancellations/openings if you want to reschedule. 

Orchestra of Southern Utah Concert

http://osucedarcity.blogspot.com/

April 12, 2018 at 7:30 pm

Heritage Theater: 105 N 100 E, Cedar City

Tickets- $12 Adults and $5 Students. Groups up to 6 $40.

Lobby Music starts at 6:45 with Children's Choir

Jack Ashton and Young Artist Chamber Players 
The Cedar City Suzuki Strings will combine with Jack Ashton and his Young Artist Chamber Players. You won't want to miss this!
April 14, 2018 at 4:00pm
St. Jude's Episcopal Church: 70 N 200 W St, Cedar City

Short Survey
The SAU (Suzuki Association of Utah) has a survey to see the interest in the state-wide Gala Celebration Concert they do every 5 years. It's a huge commitment -time and money- for everyone involved and they might not be able to continue it. It's such an awesome opportunity and I would hate to see it discontinued. The survey asks how many volunteer hours your family would be willing to give. I know it seems impossible for us to do much from southern Utah but they are trying to come up with ways we can help from home or the day of. If you have any ideas for fundraising or sponsors let them know on the survey. Complete survey here: PARENT SURVEY

Pics from 2015 here: https://suzukimusicutah.org/2015/09/19/celebration-ix-gala-concert/

Studio Group
Wed., April 25th
Ethan and Nisha
Thurs., April 26th 
4-5pm: Andrea, Ava, Carvin, Hannah, Kimberly and Tyler
5-6pm: Abbey, Kamri, Mahina and Trace
Fri., April 27th
4-5pm: Ann, Elsie and Lyla

The end of May we'll be having a studio Suzuki Play-In where we'll play through the Suzuki repertoire, students joining in as we get to the pieces they know. We'll be talking about 'review' in the Suzuki method through-out the month and how to implement effective review in daily practice. Stay tuned for more!


Send me pics/videos of talent shows, St. Patrick's performance, Gold Cup recital, Festival, etc. to share with everyone! 

SAU Graduation

The annual Southern Utah Suzuki Association of Utah’s graduation recital will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at The Westside Baptist Church - 2299 W. 2000 N., St. George. 

History of Suzuki Graduations:  Dr. Suzuki would wake up at 4:00 a.m. each day and listen to hundreds of tape recordings sent to him from all over Japan.  Dr. Suzuki incorporated a Suzuki Graduation System where students, when they reached certain playing levels, would record several polished review pieces, and in return receive Dr. Suzuki’s constructive comments about their playing.  This was a celebration of accomplishment.  It was never a “pass or fail” situation since Dr. Suzuki trusted that a teacher would only have a student prepare and submit a recording when they were musically ready.  Dr. Suzuki also knew it was the process of preparing these recordings where the real learning and progress took place. 

Suzuki Graduation in Southern Utah:  In an effort and wish to continue Dr. Suzuki’s vision of excellence, this recital strengthens our programs collectively and individually, and gives students an opportunity to play their polished pieces in a beautiful setting, with often new musical friends unified in their commonality of music.  Each student will receive a signed certificate for completion of their levels.  Non-SAU members submit a $5 participation fee.  SAU members receive a replica of Dr. Suzuki’s watercolor and participation is included in their membership dues.  

Rehearsals will start at 5:00pm, likely beginning with the most advanced pieces and ending with violins on Gossec Gavotte.  Plan to have students dress in best dress and expect they will stay to the end of the recital, to hear all the performances and receive their certificates.  Where possible, we encourage families and young musicians to attend even if they are not graduating from a particular level this year, as it gives them motivation to work for next year.


Below you will find pieces that correlate with the graduation levels.  Students should be prepared with revised editions.  If you see a need for changes or additional levels, please let us know.  It is not uncommon for students to perform in more than one level in a year.  Many teachers have students prepare recordings in preparation for this recital.  You will know your student is ready to perform these pieces when they are in “review mode” rather than newly learned; playing up to the CD tempo, with accuracy and ease, concentrating on musical intent with beautiful tone.  

Instrument	LEVEL 1	LEVEL 2	LEVEL 3	LEVEL 4	LEVEL 5	LEVEL 6
Violin	Gossec Gavotte	Bach Bourree	Vivaldi, am, mvt. 1	Vivaldi, gm, mvt. 1	Corelli, La Folia	Bach, am, mvt. 1

Parents as Partners Online

What?
Parents as Partners is a web-based program for Suzuki parents offering short talks on practice tips, listening ideas, review routines, motivation, building community, ownership, parent-child relationships, teenagers, Suzuki philosophy, and more!

When?
Talks are available online any time, any day from January 25-June 30. New talks are aired each Monday through March, with all talks available through the end of June.

How?
Registration is EASY!
To register please bring $10 to your next lesson. You will receive an email on Mon., Jan. 25th with instructions on how to access Parents as Partners Online. You will receive a new email each Monday through March.

Videos can be watched on any web-based device: desktop and laptop computers, smart phones, and tablets- including iPhones and iPads.

"Just as Dr. Suzuki encouraged us to be life-long learners, our own studio parents need nurturing along their Suzuki journey. The SAA hopes that both teachers and parents will take full advantage of this rich opportunity to further their Suzuki education, no matter their age or level of experience"

New 2016 Talks

A Measure of Progress
Sue Baer

A Parent’s Perspective on Summer Suzuki Institutes
Cindy Schreuder

A Thousand Bow Holds? You Must Be Kidding!
Barabara Balatero

Are You Inadvertently Sabotaging Your Child’s Lesson? 
Teri Einfeldt

Creative Strategies for Effective Review—a Survey of Favorite Activities from within the Suzuki Triangle
Rafael Videira

Discover What Encourages Teens to “Get Up and Go”
Colleen Fitzgerald

DIY: Do-It-Yourself Practice Games
Kathleen Schoen

Don’t Just Practice…Go Do Something!
Rebekah Hanson

Everything I Needed to Know about the Suzuki Triangle I Learned from a Dog
Meret Bitticks

Five Years Later—Where are They Now?!
Rebecca Martin with Suzuki parents Jen Blackenship and Julie Stibbards

Fun with Trouble Stops? What?
Shu-Yi Scott

Group Class: Creating an Environment of Community in Our Isolated Society
Mark Mutter

Guitar Hero?! VIOLIN Hero!!
Treesa Gold

Hands Separate Practice: Techniques and Tips for Success
Ellen Kogut

How to Make Sure Your Child Will Never Ever Set Foot on Stage to Perform Again!
Diana Galindo

If You Can Sing It, You Can Play It!
Mary Hofer

I’ve Been to the Lesson and Now What?
Brittany Gardner

Making Suzuki Feel Good in 2015
Liza Barley

Music for 1000 Children
Tammy Linn

Musical Elements from Twinkle to Mozart
Holly Smardo

Musical Rewards
Darbi Green and Connie McCullough

No Time to Practice?
Kathleen Bowman

Nurtured by WHAT??? When You Are Not Feeling the Love During Practicing
Zachary Ebin

Orchestra and the Suzuki Student
Daniel Gee

Overcoming Practice Challenges . . . I Promise You’re Not Alone!
Christine Wilson-Goodner

Parent to Parent: Creating the Link of Community for All
Janelle Severson

Partner Up!—Get the 411 from Suzuki Parents
Lucy Shaw and Suzuki parents

Playing By Ear…Unlocking the Mystery
Ed Kreitman

Practicing with Loops
Leo Kitajima

Recipe for Citizenship: Key Ingredients for Teaching Children to be Members of a Community
Katie Bast

Review that Works!
Julie Bamberger Roubik

Seven Secrets to Sanity with Suzuki Siblings
Rebekah Waggoner

Suzuki Parenting: An Exercise in Leadership
Janis Wittrig

Suzuki Training and Body Mapping: A Great Combination for Playing Better While Avoiding Injury
Kerry Travers

Take Your Teacher Home! Creative and Effective Uses of Video Recording in Your Individual Lesson
Lillie Mannis

Teachers’ Perspectives on Practicing with their Children
Amy Gesmer-Packman, Stacey Brady, Flori Muller, Heather Hadley  

Tech Talks V2.0—Studio Updates Available for Download Now
Ian Salmon

The Importance of Educating a Really Beautiful Human Spirit
Danette Schuh

The Practice Lizard
Suzy Perelman

The Value of Listening
Kelly Williamson

The Theory of Multiple Intelligences: Ideas in Practice 
Fernando Pinero

Three Important Words
Edmund Sprunger

Triangle Distortion: Confessions of a Suzuki Teacher who is also a Suzuki Parent
Andrea French

Want Consistent Progress in Your Practicing?? Use These Reminders to Help Your Child at His Lesson
Beatrice Blanc

Why ARE we doing Suzuki, anyway???
Joanne Martin

Work Together, Stand Back, and Admire
Beth Titterington and Sarah Beth Titterington Ibbett

Selected Talks from Prior PPO Years

Advice and Encouragement for Suzuki Parents
Brittany Gardner

Dry Ideas! Make it visual using the dry erase board
Lucy Shaw

Forget Soccer, I want to practice!
Zachary Ebin

Guarantees for More Progress During Practice
James Hutchins

Guarantees for More Progress During Practice, the Sequel
James Hutchins

Guarantees for More Progress During Practice, Part 3
James Hutchins

Is My Child Talented?
Kathleen Spring

Ownership
Ed Kreitman

Pardon the Interruption
Ed Sprunger

Pop your Ears!
Alyssa Hardie Beckmann

Prioritize!
Meret Bitticks

Raising Independent Musicians
Mark Mutter

Simple Suzuki Stretches
Joanna Binford

Tech Talks 2015: Bringing your Suzuki Experience Up-to-Date with the Latest Gadgets and Apps
Ian Salmon

Teens, Tenacity and Technique
Nicolette Solomon and Donna Davis

The Suzuki Triangle Relationship
Rebecca Martin and Suzuki parents

Time
Leslie Mizrahi