With the Suzuki Method, children as young as 3 and 4 years old can begin to learn many elements of music.  Ideally, a child expresses interest in learning to play.  Children begin with learning rhythms, songs, motions, and begin playing on their own handmade box violin!  Once patterns are established, a child will be ready to begin playing a violin with confidence and good form.

When your child comes to lessons, we can evaluate which size is best for him or her to begin.  

Because lessons are focused on many elements of music, if your child decides to choose a different instrument later on, much of the knowledge and many of the skills learned will readily apply.  There are many benefits to introducing music at an early age.

Parents who attend their child's music lessons and play a supportive role at home see the most progress in their children.  Staying positive is critical, and incentives for practice are encouraged.  Teaching a child to to become self-reliant in his or her practice as soon as possible is the goal, though this is a process that can take several years.  I use additional on-line sources that parents often find helpful, but must access for their child. It is understood that music is a type of language, and the more it is heard, the more "fluent" we become, particularly with children.  I encourage classical and other genres of music be played as much as possible in the home. 

Learning an instrument later in life is a challenge, but one that has the potential to breathe new life into our souls and fulfill an unmet lifelong desire.  I believe the best chance for success is by having a teacher who can focus on correct technique from the beginning, before poor habits are developed which either lead to poor performance or the frustration of re-learning.  I encourage adults to begin with private lessons before or in conjunction with learning in a group setting for greater confidence, satisfaction and results.

For Suzuki students I charge $25 for each weekly 30-minute lesson, which includes two (2) 45-minute group lessons each month.

45-minute lessons = $25

60-minute lessons = $30 

Payment for lessons are due the first lesson of each month.

Student Cancellation Policy

Credit given toward next month’s lesson with 24-hour cancellation notice.

For Suzuki students taking 30 min lessons, $20 credit is issued, since the remainder is for group lessons. 

Make-up lessons can be scheduled if time permits.  

Teacher Cancellation Policy

Same policy as above.  For 30 min. lessons, $20 credit is issued if lesson is cancelled, $5 additional credit given if group class is cancelled).