Suzuki Talent Education Program
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History of the Suzuki Theory
Following
World War II, Dr. Shinichi Suzuki developed the theory that all
children can be educated by the mother tongue method of learning.
Children learn their native language with ease at a tender young age.
Why not apply this procedure to learning a musical instrument? Dr.
Masaaki Honda, in propounding this theory said, "If they can speak and
understand such difficult things as language, they surely must have the
abilities for performing high arts if these are also developed at a
tender age." "The general concept of the word 'talent' was that of a
particular faculty with which one is naturally endowed. Talent
education is based on the assumption that humans are born with a very
high potential for development. Talent education applies to more than
knowledge of technical skill but also morality, building of character,
and appreciating beauty. We know that these are human attributes
acquired by education and environment. Thus our [Suzuki] movement is
not concerned with raising so-called prodigies, nor does it intend to
emphasize just early development. We must express it as a total human
education."
The
Suzuki approach exposes your child to the art of music as a creative
and rewarding experience. Nevada School of the Arts offers this
successful method for cello, flute, piano, violin, and viola
study, taught by certified Suzuki instructors.
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Our Program
The Suzuki Talent Education Program starts by enrolling in a music
class for Young Children and Parents (non- instrument specific). Suzuki
students enrolled in the Nevada School of the Arts Suzuki program
must attend all group workshops in addition to their weekly private
lesson. The program offers opportunities for outside performances and
participation in local competitions and festivals upon the instructor’s
recommendation. Enrollment in the Suzuki Talent Education Program
entitles the student to Book Exams, for which students receive special
trophies after the successful completion of the book repertoire and
examinations, the annual Awards Recital and participation in workshops
with guest clinicians. Students also have the privilege of working with
highly-trained staff accompanists at a nominal cost for recitals and
competitions and free-of-charge during workshops and performances.
The Suzuki approach exposes your child to the art of music as a creative and rewarding experience. Nevada School of the Arts offers this successful method for cello, flute, piano, violin, and viola study, taught by certified Suzuki instructors.
Our Program
