VIOLA TEACHER TRAINING INFORMATION
Classes have limited numbers of participants – your spot is not secured until you checkout and pay in full.
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.
If you would like to make payment arrangements before April 1 (tuition divided into 3-4 payments), submit your registration without making payment and reach out to us with your phone number and email so we can contact you within a week. A spot is not guaranteed until arrangements are completed.
*Schedules are subject to change in case of emergency*
Every Child Can! with Pam Devenport (IN-PERSON ONLY)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: Viola Comprehensive audition, ECC, Viola Units____
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.
- Course Schedule: Tuesdays, April 9th to May 14, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Central Standard Time).
Every Child Can! with Mark Mutter (ONLINE ONLY)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: Viola Comprehensive audition, ECC, Viola Units____
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.
- Course Schedule: Tuesdays, April 9th to May 14, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Central Standard Time).
Violin Unit 1 with Cathy Lee (IN-PERSON ONLY)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: may be taken at any time after completing and registering ECC (or Foundation 1A) and Unit 1.
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Course Schedule: Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15, April, 5, and 12 from 10:00am to 1:00pm (Eastern Standard Time).
Violin Unit 1 with Mark Mutter (IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: may be taken at any time after completing and registering ECC (or Foundation 1A) and Unit 1.
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Course Schedule: Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15, April, 5, and 12 from 10:00am to 1:00pm (Eastern Standard Time).
Violin Unit 2 with Erika Lord-Castillo (IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: may be taken at any time after completing and registering ECC (or Foundation 1A) and Unit 1.
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Course Schedule: Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15, April, 5, and 12 from 10:00am to 1:00pm (Eastern Standard Time).
Viola Unit 3 with Betsy Stuen-Walker (IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: Viola Comprehensive audition, ECC, Viola Units____
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.
- Course Schedule: Tuesdays, April 9th to May 14, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Central Standard Time).
Viola Unit 4 with Betsy Stuen-Walker (IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: Viola Comprehensive audition, ECC, Viola Units____
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.
- Course Schedule: Tuesdays, April 9th to May 14, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Central Standard Time).
Teaching Strategies with Andrea Yun (IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: Viola Comprehensive audition, ECC, Viola Units____
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.
- Course Schedule: Tuesdays, April 9th to May 14, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Central Standard Time).
Tone of the Heart: Resonance Beyond the Strings with Koen Rens (IN-PERSON ONLY)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: Viola Comprehensive audition, ECC, Viola Units____
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.
- Course Schedule: Tuesdays, April 9th to May 14, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Central Standard Time).
Suzuki in the Schools Level 3 with Winifred Crock (IN-PERSON ONLY)
- Price: $
- Prerequisites: Viola Comprehensive audition, ECC, Viola Units____
- Class Requirements: 15 hours of class time and 8 hours of observations.
- Click here for more information about Suzuki Teacher Training.
- Course Schedule: Tuesdays, April 9th to May 14, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Central Standard Time).
Week 1: June 15-17 classes with observations June 19-24
Week 2: June 19-24 class time + observations
Elective details can be found below.
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If you would like to make payment arrangements before April 1 (tuition divided into 3-4 payments), submit your registration without making payment and reach out to us with your phone number and email so we can contact you within a week. A spot is not guaranteed until arrangements are completed.
Every Child Can*** with Erika Lord-Castillo (Week 1)
Every Child Can** with David Evenchick (Week 1)
3 I’s: Introduce, Incorporate, Internalize** with Linda Fiore (Week 1)
Suzuki in the Schools Level 1** with Winifred Crock (Week 2) (Single Book Unit $570)
*Hybrid – classes are offered both in-person and online
**In-person only
***Online only
Tuition:
Price includes training and student observations and if in-person, a shirt.
The training dates and times are listed below. Classes have limited numbers of participants – your spot is not secured until you checkout and pay in full.
Every Child Can: Pre-requisite for Book 1 training. Every participant taking Book 1 MUST take ECC or have taken it prior to the beginning of institute.
Double Book Units (BOOKS 2+ only)
Every participant needs to be a member of the SAA and submit a videotape audition to the Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA) receiving approval BEFORE the start of institute. Please visit their website www.suzukiassociation.org or click here to obtain details and to apply. Please plan ahead and allow enough time for your videotape audition. Click and read SAA Requirements for teacher workshop participants. It is recommended that you read this document so that you know what is expected of you.
Please note: Infants, babies and children of any ages will not be allowed in any teacher workshop classes. Please plan accordingly.
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Class Schedules:
Every Child Can (ECC)
Thursday, June 15
8:00 a.m. Registration, JDCHS foyer and straight to class
8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Class
2:00 p.m. SAA meeting
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Class
Friday, June 16
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Class
If you are taking Book 1 as well, it will begin this day after lunch.
Book 1
28 hours of instruction and 15 hours of observation. You must be enrolled in or have taken Every Child Can (ECC) prior to the beginning of institute.
Friday, June 16
1:30 Registration and orientation JDCHS Foyer (for those who did not attend ECC)
2-5 p.m. Classes
5-6 p.m. TW Orchestra
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Saturday, June 17
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Classes
12:30-2:00 p.m. TW Luncheon (provided)
2-5 p.m. Classes
5-6 p.m. TW Orchestra
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Monday, June 19th
- 8:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Class
- 11:00 a.m. Opening Ceremonies
- Noon – Lunch
Monday, June 19 – Friday, June 23
Schedule will be given to you a registration. Please follow your schedule for class times and observations.
9-12 and 2 -5 p.m. (this includes three hours of class and observation time)
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Saturday, June 24
2:00-5:00 p.m. Classes
*You must attend ALL classes and observation to get credit for the course.
First Week Class Schedule
Please note: First week unit participants will need to observe during the Institute week June 19-24th.
Thursday, June 15th
- 9:30 a.m. Registration, JDCHS Foyer
- 10 a.m. Orientation Meeting
- 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes
- 2 p.m. SAA Meeting
- 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Classes
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Friday, June 16th
- 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Classes
- 2-5 p.m. Classes
- 5-6 p.m. TW Orchestra
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Saturday, June 17th
- 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Classes
- 12:30-2:00 p.m. TW Luncheon (provided)
- 2-5 p.m. Classes
- 5-6 p.m. TW Orchestra
**Week 1 wrap up is Thursday, June 22nd
Second Week Class Schedule (June 19-24)
- Monday, June 19th
- 8:00 a.m. Registration, JDCHS Foyer
- 8:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Classes
- 11:00 a.m. Opening Ceremonies
- Noon – Lunch
Monday, June 19 – Friday, June 23
Schedule will be given to you at registration. Please follow your schedule for class times and observations.
Saturday, June 24
- 2-5 p.m. Classes