Hello Everyone and Happy New Year!
After a wonderfully refreshing holiday, it is absolutely delightful to have your children back in my studio again! Thank you for allowing me to 'recharge' so that I can be the best teacher for your child possible!
I wanted to take the time before we launch into the new year to thank each and every one of you for your efforts this past fall. Being a “Suzuki parent” is a big commitment, and I feel so fortunate to be connected with families who see the immense value of music. Learning to play an instrument can be a life-changing experience and I’m humbled that you have chosen me to be a part of this exciting gift that you continue to give your children.
I’ve spent some of my holiday time planning an exciting second term of lessons and I thought I’d give you a “sneak peek” of just some of what’s to come! This term your children can look forward to:
- Exciting practice incentives for our Practice Chains.
- Our spring ensemble recital – full of duets, trios, audience participation and other fun! Save the date for May 21st!
- Our annual Solo Recital where the tradition of the May Pole lives on with even more excitement this year! Save the date for May 28th!
- The amazing musical games that will be introduced at our group classes. Mark your calendars for January 8 and 29 at 4:30!
I also wanted to reach out to you to let you know that I very much understand the life of a Suzuki parent. Please know that, while I spend most of my time motivating and assisting your children, I’m also here to support you as well! Working as a parent/child/teacher triangle is the optimal way to ensure your children’s success and enjoyment.
You are always welcome to ask for advice on making home practice work, for updates on your children’s progress or for any other musical assistance you may need.
We’re kicking off the new term of lessons with a practice bead event designed to get your children excited and motivated right off the bat. Please watch for information coming home next week. I’m always so appreciative of your assistance in these fun events!
Seeing your children grow, improve and learn to love music is truly the most rewarding part of my job. This past term I saw confidence, progress, creativity, pride, feelings of success and major accomplishments on a weekly basis. These are powerful memories your children are making, and these are invaluable skills that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives. What a gift to your children… what a gift to yourselves to experience … and what a gift for me to be a part of!
See you in the studio,
Ms. VIrginia
