Suzuki Strings
Suzuki Strings
Ages 3 & older, with parents*
When: September 6 to June 1
Tuition: varies by lesson length. See details here. $50 registration fee.
The program includes both a weekly individual lesson and an additional group class.
The cornerstone of the Suzuki program at Crowden is the creation of a cooperative relationship between teacher, parent, and student.
Ages 3 & older, with parents
Suzuki Strings
Rebecca Reed-Lunn, Program Director
The Suzuki method utilizes the organic immersion tools of language education so that children can learn to play instruments at a high level and develop a sense of responsibility, community, and joy in making music at a young age.
The cornerstone of the Suzuki Strings program at Crowden is the creation of a cooperative relationship between teacher, parent, and student. Parents take an active role in the educational process by attending all lessons and classes, and by practicing daily with their children at home.
*For students ages 3.5–4, Crowden requires that all students and parents observe two class sessions prior to enrolling. This ensures that the youngest students understand the commitment and demands of the program, and that parents are prepared to support their students in their lessons and group classes.
Course Description
Tuition includes both a weekly individual lesson and a weekly group class. Students participate in several Suzuki program concerts and have the opportunity to perform in Crowden solo recitals throughout the year.
Because the Suzuki Strings program provides a group class experience from the earliest stage of learning, participants are well-prepared to transition into Crowden’s ensemble program when they reach the appropriate level of proficiency.
Suzuki Group Class Times
Violin Twinkle Class w/ Calvin on Thursdays 4:00-4:30pm
Cello Early Book 1 w/ both Elisa and Becky on Saturday mornings 10:00-10:45am for Twinklers and 10:00-10:30am for pre-Twinkle
Cello Mid-Late Book 1 w/ Becky on Saturdays 9:30-10:00am
Violin Book 1/2A w/ Rebecca on Saturdays 9:00-9:45am
Violin Book 1/2B w/ Jennifer on Tuesdays for 4:30-5:15pm
Violin Book 2 w/ Jennifer on Tuesdays 6:15-7:00pm
Violin Book 2/3 w/ Dana on Saturdays 9:00-9:45am
Book 2-5 Cello Choir w/ Elisa on Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm
Chamber Orchestra: Tuesdays 4:30 to 6:00pm
Youth Chamber Music: Class times vary depending on ensemble placement
Tuition Details
Suzuki individual lessons and group classes are weekly lessons billed monthly, based on the number of weeks in the given month. Installment payment plans are available. $50 Registration Fee.
- 30-min lesson + 30-min group class $424/530 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
- 30-min lesson + 45-min group class $488/610 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
- 45-min lesson + 30-min group class $552/690 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
- 45-min lesson + 45-min group class $616/770 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
- 45-min lesson + Chamber Orchestra $632/790 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
- 45-min lesson + Youth Chamber Music $696/870 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
- 60-min lesson + 45-min group class $736/920 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
- 60-min lesson + Chamber Orchestra $760/950 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
- 60-min lesson + Youth Chamber Music $820/1025 per month (4 weeks/5 weeks)
New Students
Music and Movement: Thursdays at 4-5pm - 6 weeks: 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16
(Upon conclusion of this class- Violinists join group class on Thursdays 4-4:30pm and Cellists join group class on Saturdays 10-10:30am)
Parent Classes: Mondays at 7-8:15pm -- 5 weeks: 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29 and 11/17
How to Enroll
Complete our online registration form by the registration deadline (August 1, 2024 for new students; August 15 for returning students).
Crowden will contact registrants to schedule a brief placement interview. Availability is limited and placements are not guaranteed.
New students are strongly encouraged to watch the video or read the book Nurtured by Love prior to the placement interview.