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This textbook by the father of the Suzuki Method®, Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, contains several essays that deal with children's abilities, educational systems, memory and absorption, the power of habit, early education, and the fostering of students' talents. A glimpse into the mind of a great man! Learn More

Shinichi Suzuki has been described as a humanitarian as well as an educator and musician. As a young man, he observed that children absorbed their spoken language based on their environment. This led him to adapt his teaching of music to the same method, that which is called the "Mother Tongue Approach." Through listening to the sound of music, very young children soon imitate the tones they hear. Suzuki believes that talent is not inherited, but is a product of environment, and that every child can perform music just as he or she has learned to speak, if the proper teaching approach is used. Revised in 1995, The Man and His Philosophy contains many new photos, some of them depicting the many "firsts" in the Suzuki world, such as Dr. Suzuki with his first students, plus many more. This is a complete history of the Suzuki movement, in words and pictures, from its beginnings to the present day. Learn More

A comprehensive coverage of what the Suzuki approach embodies, this book should be considered a requirement in the home of every piano teacher and student. Eight of the 14 chapters lay the foundation for understanding Suzuki's "Mother Tongue Approach," its procedures, and its benefits. The authors have given their ideas of what it takes to be a Suzuki teacher, how to structure an effective lesson, what to cover in those first lessons, and how to do it. Using more than 400 musical examples, the teaching points and the interpretation of the seven volumes of music are presented. In addition, some alternate fingerings are suggested and places where the Suzuki edition departs from the original edition are noted. Learn More

Meditative Moments features 14 beautiful and melodic pieces for solo violin and piano that will inspire peaceful meditation and are perfect for many occasions, this album is a must-have for every professional violinist. Selected for solemn and thoughtful times such as religious ceremonies, funerals, and weddings, the pieces range from Bach, Handel, and Tartini, to Mozart, Mendelssohn, Franck, Grieg, and Faure, as well as "Amazing Grace." Though perfect for professionals---especially for those last-minute calls---each piece has been carefully arranged so that intermediate level players will find them very accessible. The included CD can serve as a model to assist learning. Recording artists are Jeanne Preucil Rose---a first violinist with the Cleveland Orchestra, and Kathryn Brown---head of the Piano Department at the Cleveland Institute of Music. The arrangements are by Doris Preucil is a well-respected teacher and arranger of the Suzuki Viola School. Learn More

Dr. Masaaki Honda has dedicated his life to spreading Dr. Suzuki's method and message of love. The Vehicle of Music relates how he and Dr. Suzuki met and some of the struggles they overcame to introduce the method to the rest of the world. There are also stories about the childhood of both Dr. Suzuki and Dr. Honda. Filled with personal anecdotes and interesting stories, this book offers insights into Dr. Suzuki's philosophy as well as inspirational advice on handling life's challenges. A great addition to any Suzuki library! Learn More

This is an anthology of tried and tested, fun enrichment repertoire for group classes, concerts, institutes, and workshops. The ensembles are designed for use in either a reading-based or Suzuki context. Players of different skill levels can combine for performances as many pieces contain graded parts and work well in different combinations. The Online Media includes performance and piano backing tracks. Includes reproducible flute parts. Learn More

A collection of 10 entrancing, original pieces designed for young cellists (with piano or CD accompaniment) in either a reading-based or Suzuki group lesson environment. This collection enables players of different levels to perform together---many of the pieces include parts for beginner, elementary, and more advanced players, and can be played successfully in different combinations. Includes reproducible cello parts and a 36-page score. The CD features a full performance of each piece as well as piano accompaniment tracks. Learn More

In a speech at the 1984 Matsumoto Summer Conference, Dr. Shinichi Suzuki nicknamed Alice Kanack "Mozart's mother" in response to her innovative work in the development of the creative part of the brain. He added to this his hope that as a result, someday all children might create their own music. After twelve years of research and testing, the Fun Improvisation for... series was developed. Each book contains philosophical and practical advice on how to use the 28 musical exercises to develop a child's innate creative ability to its highest level. The basic instructions allow even a twinkler to use these exercises, while the advanced instructions provide a challenge to the most advanced player. Learn More

In a speech at the 1984 Matsumoto Summer Conference, Dr. Shinichi Suzuki nicknamed Alice Kanack "Mozart's mother" in response to her innovative work in the development of the creative part of the brain. He added to this his hope that as a result, someday all children might create their own music. After twelve years of research and testing, the Fun Improvisation for... series was developed. Each book contains philosophical and practical advice on how to use the 28 musical exercises to develop a child's innate creative ability to its highest level. The basic instructions allow even a twinkler to use these exercises, while the advanced instructions provide a challenge to the most advanced player. Learn More