NZSJ Volume 28 No.2 Spring 2017
The Spring 2017 issue of the New Zealand Suzuki Journal focuses on community achievements, teacher training updates, and stories from students and parents. The issue offers insights into effective praise in music education, features tributes to influential Suzuki teachers, and highlights the success of student groups in chamber music competitions.
Inside this issue
- In Praise of Praise – Zohara Rotem
- Grace and Olivia Francis – Olivia Francis & Marion Francis
- The Druz’ya Quartet – May Lee
- Tributes to Sheila Warby – Val Scott & Lois McCallum
- Suzuki Early Childhood Education – Emma Goodbehere
- Teacher Training News – Trudi Miles
- Graduations 2017
- Annual General Meeting
- Farewell to Suzuki – Tessa Grigg
- Branch news
In Praise of Praise
Zohara Rotem discusses the importance of praise and its role in motivating and encouraging children in music education.
Grace and Olivia Francis
The Francis sisters share their experiences growing up with Suzuki, highlighting the role of family and community support.
The Druz’ya Quartet
May Lee interviews members of the Druz’ya Quartet, who won the 2017 Chamber Music Contest, about their journey in Suzuki music.
Tributes to Sheila Warby
Val Scott and Lois McCallum reflect on the contributions of Sheila Warby, a beloved Suzuki teacher.
Suzuki Early Childhood Education
Emma Goodbehere provides an overview of the Suzuki Early Childhood Education program and its impact on young learners.
Teacher Training News
Trudi Miles shares updates on recent teacher training courses and assessments.
Graduations May 2017
A list of students who graduated in May 2017, celebrating their achievements across various instruments.
Branch News
Updates from branches across New Zealand, including Wellington, South Island, Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland.
