In addition to private lessons, children significantly increase their musical ability by attending our group lessons, which we called Workshop. These are held twice a month, September through May. Workshop is a wonderful opportunity to learn and make music with other children in a supportive, non-competitive environment. They are an integral part of the Suzuki Method™.
Participation in Workshop increases a child's musical repertoire, orchestral skills, and knowledge of music reading and theory. Attending Workshop also helps children develop long-lasting friendships with others who are traveling a similar musical journey.
Our classes are listed below. We make changes to the classes based on the registrants, so that classes are balanced. Workshop is held two Monday evenings a month in Tarzana.
Participation in Workshop increases a child's musical repertoire, orchestral skills, and knowledge of music reading and theory. Attending Workshop also helps children develop long-lasting friendships with others who are traveling a similar musical journey.
Our classes are listed below. We make changes to the classes based on the registrants, so that classes are balanced. Workshop is held two Monday evenings a month in Tarzana.
Repertoire Classes |
Ensemble Classes |
5:45-6:25pm |
6:25-7:05pm
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Suzuki Class / Robin Johnson
Pre-Twinklers, Twinklers & early Book One students will progress in technique through early Suzuki and Kaleidoscopes repertoire, and other early childhood musical approaches. Bach Class / Michelle Nardone Students in Book One and Early Book Two will expand their capacity in Suzuki repertoire and other types of age/ability-appropriate compositions. They will learn the basics of music theory in a fun and engaging way. Handel Class / Molly White Students in Book Two will solidly their progress in Suzuki literature and increase their knowledge of and experience with other musical genres. They will develop a deeper understanding of and competency with music theory, which will prepare them for more advanced levels of musicianship. Vivaldi Class / Jenni Asher Students in Book Three and above will learn advanced performance techniques through Suzuki literature as well as through delving into musical compositions from around the world. They will explore advanced music theory for increased musical competencies. They will also be part of the Advanced Player Program, with guest performers having a Master Class experience with the Vivaldi Class students. |
Suzuki Class / Robin Johnson
Pre-Twinkers and Twinklers will engage in Music Mind Games, Kodaly, and other age/ability appropriate musical sensory experiences. (Class will end at 6:45, students may observe other classes for the final 20 minutes of Workshop) Segovia Class / Molly White & Kai Lonergan
This is a small group and multi-level guitar class in which we will play games, work on playing Suzuki repertoire, and reading new repertoire to improve reading skills. Playing and performing together will be a primary focus, as well as having fun! Bach & Handel Classes /
Michelle Nardone & Katrina Baumgart The first semester, students will engage in Early Note Reading adventures, experiencing site reading, and playing easy duets together. The second semester they will learn Fiddle Tunes, in preparation for fiddle jams and fun competitions at the Topanga Banjo and Fiddle Contest taking place in May. Vivaldi Class / Jenni Asher
Students will take part in advanced whole group music ensemble work, including both popular and classical music, and will have advanced small group experiences with other class members (duets & trios), deepening and broadening their musical competencies. |
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