Suzuki Cello Classes

We are a certified Suzuki School offering engaging early childhood music education! 

Check out our Spring 2026 group classes schedule: 

Tuesdays from 5 - 5:30 pm, we host a dedicated Early Childhood Music Education class. 

This class is divided into two blocks: 

- January 12 - March 20: 10 weeks 

- March 30 - May 22: 8 weeks 

In addition to group classes, we provide private lessons for early childhood students (ages 4-6) and for students aged 6 and older. In our Suzuki Method, all students follow a common path of learning through various forms of instruction. The early childhood private lessons focus mainly on instruction through motions and playing, while private lessons for students 6+ incorporate more verbal instruction alongside these elements. Every student begins with the same repertoire, starting in Suzuki Cello Book 1, and progresses at their own pace. Parents are required to attend the lessons and will be encouraged to take notes to support practice at home. 

Why choose the Suzuki Method? Developed by Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, this method believes that musical ability can be nurtured in every child. It emphasizes a supportive environment, parental involvement, listening, and repetition. Dr. Suzuki discovered that learning music could mirror the process of acquiring one's native language—through natural learning. Students learn to play before they learn to read, just as they do when speaking. This approach underscores the importance of producing a good sound in a balanced and natural manner. 

Involvement from parents during lessons is essential in the Suzuki Method. Before this approach, students would attend lessons alone, leading to unclear and unproductive home practice. Parental involvement equips parents with a basic understanding and notes to aid in home practice, resulting in significant improvements in students' playing. 

Dr. Suzuki’s method has empowered children to achieve a higher standard of music performance. However, his ultimate goal was not merely to create professional players; instead, he aimed to develop fine human beings. In Dr. Suzuki’s words, he aspired to help children become 'happy people of superior ability,' believing that every child is born with this potential (International Suzuki Association).

Early Childhood Music Education group classes for ages 4-6 take place on Tuesdays from 5-5:30 pm. These cello classes serve as an introduction to playing the cello for young students, following the principles of the Suzuki Method. In this nurturing, fun, and positive environment, children will develop a love for music while building foundational skills through engaging musical games and physical activities designed for beginners. The class emphasizes the Twinkle Variations from Suzuki Cello Book 1, focusing on proper playing position and sound quality. These Early Childhood Music Education classes complement the private lessons offered in the Suzuki Method, with class attendance being essential alongside private lessons.  

For students aged 6 and above, Suzuki Cello group classes are a crucial component of the Suzuki Method. These weekly group classes provide students and their parents with numerous benefits, including:  

· Reinforcement of repertoire and lesson material  

· Development of performance skills  

· Learning to follow a leader  

· Gaining experience as a performer  

· Understanding the role of an audience member  

· Establishing a peer support group  

· Introducing new techniques such as rhythm, singing, and listening skills in a social environment.  

Suzuki Cello classes offer students the opportunity to create music with their peers, highlighting the social aspect of music in contrast to private lessons. Multi-level group classes enable students of varying skill levels to collaborate musically while benefiting each individual. Through games, exercises, and activities, students cultivate essential skills to become well-rounded musicians and individuals. Additionally, Suzuki parents benefit from the community that group classes foster, creating a network of resources for one another as they support their young musicians. The journey through the Suzuki Method is one best shared, and Suzuki Cello classes provide a supportive community for both students and parents.