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Suzuki String Academy

Home » Music Lessons » Suzuki Academy » Comparing Suzuki with Traditional Instruction

Comparing Suzuki with Traditional Instruction

Suzuki Instruction

May begin at age 4⁠ — before basic reading skills


Child learns to play instrument before learning note-reading


Motivation through group classes and playing with peers


Parent/guardian attends weekly individual and group lessons


Parent/guardian practices daily with child


Child grows in nurturing musical environment


Fun Suzuki performances and events


Uses Suzuki repertoire and supplemental pieces

Traditional Instruction

May begin at age 5⁠ — after basic reading skills


Child learns note-reading from beginning


No group classes; child develops self-motivation


Parent/guardian is encouraged to attend weekly individual lessons


Parent/guardian is encouraged to oversee practice


Child may experience independence


Optional student recitals


Often integrates Suzuki materials with other repertoire

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