VIOLA TEACHER TRAINING INFORMATION 2026

Classes have limited numbers of participants – your spot is not secured until you checkout and pay in full.

March 15, 2025: Early Bird Registration Deadline for $40 off (automatically applied at checkout)
May 1, 2025: Registration Deadline

Every participant needs to be a member of the Suzuki Assocation of the Americas (SAA) and submit a videotape audition to the SAA receiving approval BEFORE the start of the course. Please click here to obtain application details. Plan ahead and allow enough time for your audition to be reviewed.

We recommend reading the SAA requirements for teacher workshop participants so you know what is expected.

PLEASE NOTE: infants, babies, and children of any age will not be allowed in teacher workshop classes. Please plan accordingly.

Double Unit Pricing:  for participants who plan on taking two book units (not including unit 1).

If you would like to make payment arrangements before April 1 (tuition divided into 3-4 payments), reach out to us with your phone number and e-mail before you submit your registration, and we will contact you within a week. Do not submit your registration until arrangements are made.

*Schedules are subject to change in case of emergency*

Please note: violin units 1 and 2 are interchangeable for viola teacher training.

Every Child Can! with Fernando Piñero (IN-PERSON ONLY)
  • Price: $150 (down $10 from last year)
  • Prerequisites: No required prerequisites.
  • Class Requirements: 8 hours of class time and no observations.
  • Click here for more information about Every Child Can!

Course Schedule:
Thursday, 6/11

  • 8:00am MST: In-person registration
  •  8:15am-9:45m MST: Class
  • 10:00am-10:30am MST: In-Person Orientation Meeting
  • 10:30am-12:30pm MST: Class
  • 2:00pm MST: In-Person SAA Meeting (optional)
  • 3:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class

Friday, 6/12

  • 10:00am-12:30pm MST: Class
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      Every Child Can! with Mark Mutter (ONLINE ONLY)
      • Price: $150 (down $10 from last year)
      • Prerequisites: No required prerequisites.
      • Class Requirements: 8 hours of class time and no observations.
      • Click here for more information about Every Child Can!

      Course Schedule:
      Thursday, 6/11

      • 8:00am MST: In-person registration
      •  8:15am-9:45m MST: Class
      • 10:00am-10:30am MST: In-Person Orientation Meeting
      • 10:30am-12:30pm MST: Class
      • 2:00pm MST: In-Person SAA Meeting (optional)
      • 3:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class

      Friday, 6/12

      • 10:00am-12:30pm MST: Class

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        Violin Unit 1 with Fernando Piñero (IN-PERSON ONLY)
        • Price: $725 (down $100 from last year)
        • Prerequisites: Every Child Can!
        • Class Requirements: 28 hours of class time and 15 hours of observations.
        • Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.

        Course Schedule:

        • Friday, 6/12
          • 1:30pm MST: Registration and orientation (for those who did not attend ECC)
          • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
          • 5:00pm-6:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop Orchestra (optional for in-person participants)
        • Saturday, 6/13
          • 10:00am-12:30pm MST: Class
          • 12:30pm-2:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop In-Person Lunch (provided)
          • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
          • 5:00pm-6:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop Orchestra (optional for in-person participants)
        • Monday, 6/15
          • 8:30am-10:30am MST: Class
          • 10:30am-10:50am MST: Opening Ceremonies
          • 11:00am-12:00pm MST: Class
        • Tuesday, 6/16
          • 9:00am-12:00pm MST: Class
        • Wednesday, 6/17
          • 9:00am-12:00pm MST: Class
        • Thursday, 6/18
          • 9:00am-12:00pm MST: Class
        • Friday, 6/19
          • 9:00am-12:00pm MST: Class
        • Saturday, 6/20 
          • 9:00am-11:00pm MST: Class
          • 2:00pm-4:30pm MST: Class

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          Violin Unit 1 with Mark Mutter (IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
          • Price: $725 (down $100 from last year)
          • Prerequisites: Every Child Can!
          • Class Requirements: 28 hours of class time and 15 hours of observations.
          • Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.

          Course Schedule:

          • Friday, 6/12
            • 1:30pm MST: Registration and orientation (for those who did not attend ECC)
            • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
            • 5:00pm-6:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop Orchestra (optional for in-person participants)
          • Saturday, 6/13
            • 10:00am-12:30pm MST: Class
            • 12:30pm-2:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop In-Person Lunch (provided)
            • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
            • 5:00pm-6:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop Orchestra (optional for in-person participants)
          • Monday, 6/15
            • 8:30am-10:30am MST: Class
            • 10:30am-10:50am MST: Opening Ceremonies
            • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
          • Tuesday, 6/16
            • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
          • Wednesday, 6/17
            • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
          • Thursday, 6/18
            • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
          • Friday, 6/19
            • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
          • Saturday, 6/20 
            • 2:00pm-4:30pm MST: Class

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            Violin Unit 2 with Linda Fiore (IN-PERSON ONLY)
            • Price: Single unit is $465 and double unit is $885 ($100 less than last year)
            • Prerequisites:  “Basic” Audition for Units 1-4, ECC! and Unit 1.
            • Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
            • Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.

            Course Schedule:

            • Monday, 6/15
              • 8:00am MST: In-Person Registration, JDCHS Foyer
              • 8:30am-10:30am MST: Class
              • 10:30am-10:50am MST: Opening Ceremonies
            • Tuesday, 6/16
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
            • Wednesday, 6/17
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
            • Thursday, 6/18
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
            • Friday, 6/19
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
            • Saturday, 6/20
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
              • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class

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            Violin Teaching Strategies with Linda Fiore (IN-PERSON ONLY)

            • Price: $465 ($100 less than last year)
            • Prerequisites: “Basic” Audition for Units 1-4, ECC! and Unit 1.
            • Class Requirements: 10 hours of class time and no observations.
            • Description: Teaching Strategies is designed to support and guide teacher participants in how to become more effective in their teaching. Strategies will reinforce the positive aspects and offer constructive feedback on each participant’s lessons. Current SAA teacher development opportunities for feedback also include Consultations, Certificates of Achievement, SPA, and Practicum. Starting in January 2025, Teaching Strategies will be a prerequisite for Unit 3. Teachers who have already taken Unit 3 will not be required to take Strategies, although we highly recommend it to all teachers.
            • Click here for more information about Suzuki Teaching Strategies.

            Course Schedule:

            • Thursday, 6/11
              • 9:30am MST: In-Person Registration, JDCHS Foyer
              • 10:00am MST: In-Person Orientation Meeting
              • 10:30am-12:30pm MST: Class
              • 2:00pm MST: SAA Meeting (optional)
              • 3:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
            • Friday, 6/12
              • 2:00pm-5:00pm: Class
              • 5:00pm-6:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop Orchestra (optional for in-person participants)
            • Saturday, 6/13
              • 12:30pm-2:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop In-Person Lunch (provided)
              • 2:00pm-5:00pm: Class
              • 5:00pm-6:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop Orchestra (optional for in-person participants)

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            Viola Practicum with Rebekah Hanson (IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
            • Price: Single unit is $465 and double unit is $885 ($100 less than last year)
            • Prerequisites:  “Basic” Audition for Units 1-4, ECC! and Unit 1.
            • Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
            • Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.

            Course Schedule:

            • Thursday, 6/11
              • 9:30am MST: In-Person Registration, JDCHS Foyer
              • 10:00am MST: In-Person Orientation Meeting
              • 10:30am-12:30pm MST: Class
              • 2:00pm MST: SAA Meeting (optional)
              • 3:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class
            • Friday, 6/12
              • 10:30am-12:30pm: Class
              • 2:00pm-5:00pm: Class
              • 5:00pm-6:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop Orchestra (optional for in-person participants)
            • Saturday, 6/13
              • 10:30am-12:30pm: Class
              • 12:30pm-2:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop In-Person Lunch (provided)
              • 2:00pm-5:00pm: Class
              • 5:00pm-6:00pm MST: Teacher Workshop Orchestra (optional for in-person participants)
            • Thursday, 6/18
              • 8:00am-9:00am: Wrap-Up Class

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            Viola Unit 7 with Rebekah Hanson (IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
            • Price: Single unit is $465 and double unit is $885 ($100 less than last year)
            • Prerequisites: Viola “Intermediate” Audition for Units 5-8, ECC!, Violin Teaching Strategies, and Units 1-3.
            • Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
            • Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.

            Course Schedule:

            • Monday, 6/15
              • 8:00am MST: In-Person Registration, JDCHS Foyer
              • 8:30am-10:30am MST: Class
              • 10:30am-10:50am MST: Opening Ceremonies
            • Tuesday, 6/16
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
            • Wednesday, 6/17
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
            • Thursday, 6/18
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
            • Friday, 6/19
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
            • Saturday, 6/20
              • 9:00am-11:00am MST: Class
              • 2:00pm-5:00pm MST: Class

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