Music, Like Good Food…. Good for the Body, Good for the Soul
We chose to investigate the Suzuki Method of learning to play music, and are so
happy at the results we see. Three of our six children are taking Suzuki lessons.
Our 5 year old son Francis and our 9 year old daughter Therese are studying violin.
Liam, our 11 year old son is learning the Suzuki Method of playing the guitar.
The kids know exactly what is coming next for them in terms of what they will have
to play because each day they are expected to listen to a CD of each of the songs
listed in their Suzuki book. They have become so familiar with their songs that they
know very quickly when they have hit an incorrect note.
It is parent intensive, but worth the time and effort, as one can see the relationships
grow as a result of time spent together. Even parents are encouraged to play along
with their children, if so desired. And this Momma bit-the-bullet, dusted off the old
heirloom violin in the basement and joined along in playing the violin. Therese is able
to memorize her songs quicker than her mother, but this momma has maybe a bit
better tone, we’ll see….
For more information on the Suzuki method check out the entry at wikipedia. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suzuki_method.
Lori
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