Age Requirement (click arrows for details):
Most children begin a Suzuki program between the ages of 4-7. However, it’s never too late to begin, older beginners are welcome! Children aged 3.5 are accepted on a case by case basis and only if parents enroll in lessons prior to the child starting formal lessons.
Is my child ready for lessons?
Children are assessed for lesson readiness at the trial lesson ($30).
When are trial lessons held?
Click the link at the bottom of this page for exact availability. NOTE: Lessons are never offered Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
Is the Suzuki Method a good fit for your family?
Studio Schedule: Studio year #22: September 2025 —August 2026 (click arrow for more details):
Enrollment is open year-round including summer months. If you join mid-quarter, tuition will be prorated.
The studio is open year-round, including summer. We follow a modified academic calendar; the year begins September 2025 and concludes mid August 2026. The year is divided into 4, 10-week quarters: Fall (Sept-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb) , spring (March-May) and summer (June-August). 1-3 week breaks occur throughout the year. Tuition is not collected for breaks or studio holiday closings.
The total studio year runs 40 weeks. 2-3 Performance opportunities are provided each year and are centered around community service.
Our Program (Click the arrow for more details)
All students will attend Wednesday group lessons in this program. I do not offer private lessons without also being enrolled in group. Both formats are required for a well-rounded music education snd character development. Exceptions made for adults and for very advanced students who are currently enrolled in a youth orchestra program—outside of school programs.
Beginner Group Classes:
All children ages 4-9 begin their Suzuki Violin Journey in a group class. Group classes meet on Wednesday. As children progress, they will advance to a different class level and time (still on Wednesday). In time, an invitation to add individual (private lessons) maybe extended to your family. Some families will begin by enrolling is BOTH group and individual lessons. Before enrollment, families will schedule a trial lesson to asses for lesson readiness, to go over studio policy and I’ll answer your questions.
Individual (Private lessons):
We use the term “individual” rather than private to refer to ‘one-on-one’ lessons. The last five minutes of your lesson is open to the next family on the schedule to observe. In Suzuki, we cultivate a community environment and children learn from observing their peers. Occasionally, a prospective family may observe your lesson, or Sensei might have a student teacher in training observe. Regardless of observation, your families individual needs will be met during this type of lesson.
Individual lessons are added to your program after some time in group classes and by invitation from Sensei. The exception is students who transfer from another studio with individual lesson experience and adult students or parents who want to study concurrently with their children but who would like a separate lesson.
Transfer Students (coming from another studio or school program):
Transfer students are enrolled in BOTH individual lessons and group classes. See exceptions to group class enrollment above. Students are assessed for playing level at the trial lesson to determine group class placement. See the trial lesson booking calendar below for available time slots.
Tuition (click arrows for details)”
What is NOT included in tuition?
Tuition does not cover violin rentals, Suzuki recordings or additional books/materials. Optional or extra classes/events will have a separate fee, due upon event registration.
When is Tuition collected?
Tuition is collected per quarter- to be prorated if starting mid-quarter. Quarter payments can be broken down into a two payment plan option on a case by case basis (credit card on file required) . Please ask about needs-based scholarship opportunities.
Is there an annual registration fee?
Yes. $60 is collected with your first quarter payment (prorated to $35 if enrolling mid-year).
Are sibling discounts offered?
No. Tuition is per child.
Are drop-in group classes offered?
Yes! After a trial lesson and annual registraion fee payment students may drop-into group classes. This allows families to try a few lessons before making a commitment. Perfect for families who aren’t ready to commit to the Full Program but want a few extra group classes. The drop-in fee is $25/class. Enroll in the full program for a discounted fee.
Group Class Only
- Fall Quarter (September-November): $260. Covers weekly group class, pianist fFee prorated if starting mid-quarter.
Group Class Plus Individual Lessons
Fall Quarter Tuition (September-November 2025):Tuition covers weekly individual lesson and one group class per month (second Wednesday 4:30pm); pianist fees, concert fees. Fee prorated if starting mid-quarter.
- 30 Minute: $554
- 60 Minute: $854
FULL PROGRAM
- Fall Quarter Tuition (September-November). Weekly individual lesson and weekly group classes. Tuition covers all individual lessons, weekly group classes, pianist fees, concert fees. Fee prorated if starting mid-quarter.
- 30 Minute: $ 644
- 60 Minute: $ 944
Program Acceptance Requirements:
I can only accept families who:
- Agree with the following: We explore, celebrate, and amplify diverse cultures and traditions. We also maintain our commitment to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable studio. Our studio does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed),gender, gender expression or identity, age, National origin (ancestry), disability, immigration status, or sexual orientation. All are welcome here!
- Accept that parent participation in lessons and at home practice, is required for children elementary aged and younger.
- Family can commit to a minimum of 10 weeks (one quarter or remainder of the quarter).
- Listen to the Suzuki violin recordings, daily.
- Observe and follow studio policy. Click to read.
If all of that sounds good to you, click here to book a trial lesson
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