Suzuki Triangle

In Suzuki Education we work together as a team formed by the Suzuki Parent, The Suzuki Teacher, and The Suzuki Student. This is the Suzuki Triangle.

Expectations of Suzuki Teachers

To be supportive and encouraging to our students and their parents.
To help students develop strong technique, musical tone, and intonation.
To help the student find their musical voice.
To help students build upon their successes as success breeds success
To develop an environment within the studio that nurtures growth
To help the student and parent build character first, then ability
To act as a resource to develop better practice strategies/at home routine.
To encourage parents and students to attend events, lectures, workshops.
To provide opportunities to perform (recitals, Kiwanis, workshops, etc.)
To provide structured group and private lessons.
To assist the student and parent to develop realistic goals.
To continue their education by attending workshops, lectures, training, etc.
To help students/parents choose appropriate sized instruments.
To share a love of music.
To regularly attend training or workshops to nurture life long learning in themselves
To provide professional instruction that fits the individual needs of the students.
To keep an open line of communication with the parents and students.

To develop a sense of personal responsibility for yourself, your family, and your community.
To regularly attend group classes, events and private instruction.
To share a love of music.
To practise daily, even when you don't want to.
To work to your own maximum potential.
To be cooperative and do your best.
To learn to be respectful of oneself, parents, fellow students and teacher.
To learn to express oneself in a positive way.
To learn to create and reach realistic goals.
To have fun.
To learn how to focus and concentrate.
To learn that it is possible to overcome struggles.
To learn that success breeds success.

To be supportive on both good and bad days.
To understand that parent involvement is critical.
To regularly attend both individual, group lessons and workshops.
To take notes at lessons and group classes.
To regularly play the Suzuki recording for your children.
To not compare your children to other children.
To ask questions when you do not understand!
To celebrate success (recitals, Kiwanis performances, reaching a goal).
To not be critical of other parents or students. Different things are difficult for different people.
To be a resource or support to other parents in the studio.
To be open to resources and support from other parents in the studio or your teacher.
To provide a nurturing environment for your child to grow and learn.
To grow with your child including having realistic expectations for your child’s age and developmental stage.
To assist in developing daily practise routines between yourself and your child.
To create a musical environment. Take your children to concerts, events, and support their endeavours.

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