The Suzuki method applies the principals of language acquisition to the learning of music. Parents play an active role in the learning process (parent/caregiver attendance is required at 100% of classes) and the curriculum incorporates constant repetition, learning music by ear (in the beginning), and memorization.
At Merit, Suzuki-Alegre students benefit from the pairing of the Suzuki method with a diverse array of music from Latinx culture. Suzuki students are also required to sign up for private lessons in conjunction with their group classes.
Merit currently offers Suzuki-Alegre classes for the violin and cello.
Merit’s Traditional strings classes still encourage parent involvement—through providing a supportive practicing environment at home and ensuring your child sticks to their practice routine—but parents/caregivers don’t regularly attend classes. In addition, note reading skills are taught earlier on and memorization of music isn’t usually required.
Merit currently offers Traditional classes for violin and bass.
If your child…
→ Register for Continuing Suzuki-Alegre Strings Group Class for violin (SAViolinbk123) or cello (SAClobk123).
If your child…
They’re ready for one of our more advanced strings classes! These classes are extended to include participation in an orchestra and to allow for more in-depth work on advanced technique, musical skill work, and music theory.
→ Register for Continuing Suzuki-Alegre Strings Group Class & Orchestra for violin (SAViolinbk234Orch23) or cello (SAClobk234Orch23).
→ Register for Beginning Traditional Strings Group Class for violin.
If your child…
→ Register for Continuing Traditional Strings Group Class for violin (ContTradViolin23) or bass (ContTradBass23).
If your child…
They’re ready for one of our more advanced strings classes! These classes are extended to include participation in an orchestra and to allow for more in-depth work on advanced technique, musical skill work, and music theory.
→ Register for Continuing Traditional Strings Group Class & Orchestra for violin (ContTradViolinOrch23) or bass (ContTradBassOrch23).