Develop your child’s natural musical ability in a nurturing and positive environment through the Suzuki method. Children learn to play a musical instrument in much the same way they master a language: through listening, immersion, social interaction, and repetition. Family participation and collaborative learning with Suzuki-trained instructors create a supportive Suzuki community of parents, students, and faculty.
Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, a Japanese violinist and teacher, founded a music education movement in the 1950’s based on the premise that all children are born with musical ability. The Suzuki approach is modeled after the way young children learn to communicate in their native language. A positive attitude by parents and teachers, an enriched home environment and a belief in high standards rounds out the philosophy.
Family participation is a crucial component of the Suzuki method. Prior knowledge of music is not needed, but parents must be willing to be very involved in the learning process. Families new to the Suzuki method are required to attend the Introduction to the Suzuki Philosophy for Parents session before or during the first semester of their child’s study. One parent must attend every lesson, be responsible for daily coaching, and ensure that the student listens to recordings of Suzuki repertoire on a daily basis.
At Levine, Suzuki students enroll in an educational package, which includes individual instruction, group classes (where appropriate) and special activities and events that are suited to each instrument. Before registering for Suzuki classes, parents and prospective students are required to observe lessons already in progress (at no charge).
Suzuki students can begin as young as 3 ½ years and the Suzuki method is offered for guitar, piano, strings (violin, viola, cello, and harp) and woodwinds and brass (flute and trumpet).
Introduction to Suzuki Philosophy for Parents
This introduction and philosophy course is for parents who are new to the Suzuki method or for parents who would like to know more before committing to lessons.
Suzuki Offerings
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Suzuki Guitar
Suzuki Guitar students can begin observing as young as 3 ½ years old. The Suzuki method of instruction is based […]
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Suzuki Piano
Learn more about studying piano with the Suzuki Method at Levine.
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Suzuki Strings
Suzuki Strings students can begin observing as young as 3 ½ years old. The Suzuki method of instruction is based […]
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Suzuki Woodwinds and Brass
At Levine the Suzuki method is offered in woodwinds and brass for Suzuki Flute and Suzuki Trumpet. Suzuki Flute and […]
Get started with private lessons
Private Lessons are geared towards each student’s specific goals, needs, and aspirations regardless of experience or age. For new students, we take the time and care to match you with the right teacher to meet your individual musical needs.
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Check out the events happening at Levine Music.
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Halloween
There is no scheduled instruction for Friday, October 31. Administrative offices are open.
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Contemporary Program Showcase
Levine’s Rock and Jazz Combos showcase their work at our Northwest campus.
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Honors Recital
An afternoon of performances by students in Levine’s Honors Program.
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Lecture | Discovering Chopin’s Preludes
Join piano faculty member Crystal Jiang and composition chair Evan Meier for a conversation and performance exploring Frédéric Chopin’s 24 Preludes, Op. 28.
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Adult Recital
A student recital featuring adult learners.
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Campfire Sing-Along with Micah Hendler
Under the guidance of Micah Hendler, gather with us in Rock Creek Park for a magical evening around the fire.
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Suzuki Winds and Brass Recital
Students in our Suzuki Winds and Brass program perform for family and friends.
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Suzuki Strings Fall Recital
An afternoon of student performances from our Suzuki Strings Department.
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Suzuki Guitar Fall Recital
An afternoon of student performances from our Suzuki Guitar Department.
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Chamber Orchestra Concert
Cheer on our chamber orchestra in their first concert of the season.
