Student Program

2023 STUDENT PROGRAM: Sunday, July 2 - Friday, July 7, 2023

The Student Program is for Suzuki violin, viola, cello, flute, and piano students of any age and at all levels beginning with Pre-twinkle.  A hallmark of the Chicago Suzuki Institute is the depth of teaching experience each faculty member brings to their classes. All core instrumental classes are taught by members of our remarkable faculty of Suzuki specialists from around the world. The student program includes three levels: Pre-twinkle, Book One and Book Two & Beyond. 

Student Program General Information

Sunday, July 2, 2023 - Program Begins
1:00 pm - student check-in and pick up registration packet  
3:30 pm - orientation

Following orientation, activities will include a play-in and orchestra rehearsals.

Please Note: Some classes may also be scheduled on Sunday afternoon. (specifics will be in packet available at registration)

Classes are held between 8:30 am - 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday.  Parents or care-givers should be prepared to attend classes all week with the students.  The student program ends with the Final Festival Concerts, held Friday afternoon and evening on July 7.

For your reference, information about the 2022 Chicago Suzuki Institute can be found here.

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CHILD CARE:

Child Care is not available.  This is not a drop off camp.  Parents or care-givers should be prepared to attend classes all week with the students.

Suzuki Philosophy - shared responsibility, defined roles

A major tenet of the Suzuki philosophy is that each child works with a parent or guardian in the home practice between lessons.   

For this reason, a parent or guardian must accompany all students in classes throughout the week.

The Suzuki Philosophy benefits the student and parent in many ways:

  - The parent can help the student better understand and keep track
    of daily assignments

  - Parents serve as the interface between the home teacher and the institute
    teacher as needed by the student

  - Students witness other students working with their parents and gain insight
    into their working relationship with their own parent

  - Students and parents share in the overall experience, thus enriching the home
    practice throughout the school year

Any exception to the parental attendance requirement must be discussed and approved by the institute director in advance.