Rockin' Rosin

Rockin' Rosin owners, Chris and Katie, create rosin in fun shapes wrapped in unique fabric.  Check them out here! 

Happy Birthday, Dr. Suzuki!

"My dreams are for the future of mankind. And I will keep on trying to fulfill them, plodding along patiently, ernestly, and with a singleness of purpose. Almost anything is possible to achieve in this way."

Practice Tip!

Focus on quality rather than quantity. 

More is not always better. It is better to play fewer pieces and play them well. Working in small manageable sections ensures success and mastery of that section. Suzuki said that little children should "practice three minutes, five times a day, with joy." Instead of trying to practice for a set amount of time, work towards a goal for that practice session. End the practice session with an accomplishment. Keeping practice positive will make your child want to play again the next day. 

Parent Meeting Feedback

Thank you to all the parents who attended the parent education meeting last Friday! I'd like to get some feedback from those of you who attended:

Would you be interested in having another meeting which would be more of an open discussion?

Are there any components of the Suzuki Approach you'd like to learn more about?

Are you interested in supporting the Adler Center by helping with marketing, fundraising, or outreach?  If yes, please let Amy or myself know.

Any other comments, questions, or ideas?

Feel free to leave a comment on the blog, send me an email, or give feedback in person at your lesson. Thanks!

I Love to Practice!

 by Joanne Bath

March 9, 2011 / Minijournal 2000 / Topics: Parents, Practicing

“I love to practice!” That’s what we all want our children to say. Here are some ideas for how parents can get there without resorting to things they wish they hadn’t! These suggestions can keep you motivated so that you can help your children have the best possible musical experience.
Enjoy the process. If you can figure out how to have pleasant practice sessions, you and your children will succeed. This may be the hardest part of the whole pro¬cess, and perhaps the most crucial. Suzuki said that little children should “practice three minutes, five times a day, with joy.” The main goal for practice should be with joy.

Schubert's Trout Quintet

Franz Schubert's Piano Quintet in A Major (the "Trout Quintet") performed by Daniel Barenboim (piano) Jacqueline du Pré (cello); Itzhak Perlman (violin); Pinchas Zuckerman (viola); and Zubin Mehta (bass).

Reminder: Parent Meeting this Friday!

Please join us this Friday, September 28 at 7:15pm for our first parent meeting! Topics of discussion will include:

The Suzuki Approach to violin
Benefits and importance of review
Ways to get involved at the Adler Center

Light refreshments will be provided. I hope you can join us!