The Suzuki Student Institute offers an individual lesson in Master Class style, a group Repertory Class and one or two additional music enrichment classes based on advancement level. Master Class Lessons for all students are small (3 or 4 students). In addition, students are encouraged to attend the orientation, attend student spotlight recitals and GWSI faculty and afternoon recitals given by guest clinicians.
Suzuki Student Institute Sample Schedule
8:00 – 8:50 AM Repertoire Class
9:00 – 9:50 AM Free Hour
10:00 -10:50 AM Master Class
11:00 – 11:50 AM Orchestra or Music Enrichment
12:00 – 12:30 PM LUNCH
12:30 – 1:00 PM Student Honor Recital
1:10 – 2:00 PM Play In Class or Seminar Class*
2:10 – 3:00 PM Free Hour or Fiddle Class
3:10 – 4:00 PM Free Hour or Chamber Music
4:15 – 5:00 PM Faculty Recital
*Not included in Pre-Twinkle Schedules
Preparation
Violin, cello, and viola students (other than Pre-Twinklers) should come prepared to play a polished piece for their first master class lesson. The GWSI teachers can readily assess a student’s needs by hearing a technically and musically mature performance of a piece.
Performances
Performances are an integral part of the GWSI experience and are included in all programs.
Recitals
- Institute recitals (typically Thursday evening) are open to all Suzuki Institute students. Sign up information is available with registration and and in the orientation packet.
- Student Spotlight Recitals daily (typically after lunchtime) at GWSI. Students will be selected based on their video submission due June 1
Group Performances
- End of Institute Play-Down (typically Friday evening) for all Suzuki Institute students.
- Orchestra performances (typically Friday evening) for students who have participated in an orchestra during institute.
- Chamber performances (typically Friday afternoon) for students book 4 and up who have chosen the chamber music elective for the week.
