Auckland Suzuki Spring Workshop
Auckland Spring Workshop 2024 will run from Thursday 3rd October to Saturday 5th October at Kohia Terrace School. Instruments offered:
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Wellington Spring Workshop
Venue: St Oran’s College, High St, Lower Hutt Instruments offered: Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar Registration is now closed. Please contact
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Venue: St Cuthbert’s College, 122 Market Rd, Remuera To enquire email: auckland@suzuki.org.nz For more information, please email auckland@suzuki.org.nz Teen training for
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Farewell to Suzuki
Tessa Grigg reflects on 14 cherished years with the Suzuki music community as her son, Harry, nears high school graduation, marking the end of their journey. From early violin squeaks to rich Mozart tones, their Suzuki experience grew through concerts, camps, and workshops. Tessa recalls the support of teachers and the joy of becoming involved, running a summer camp and serving on the committee. Grateful for the friendships and growth Suzuki has provided, she encourages others to volunteer, embracing the values Dr. Suzuki instilled in music education.
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Tributes to Sheila Warby
The Suzuki music community mourns the passing of beloved teacher Sheila Warby. Known for her warmth, passion, and dedication, Sheila taught at Summer Camps and Winter Workshops for over 20 years, inspiring students, parents, and teachers alike. Her book, With Love in My Heart and a Twinkle in My Ear, beautifully encapsulates the Suzuki philosophy. Sheila’s impactful parent talks highlighted key Suzuki principles: the power of repetition, child-focused learning, and the importance of listening and motivation. Her legacy lives on in the strong bonds and shared values she fostered within the community.
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The Druz’ya Quartet
In August, the Druz’ya Quartet won the 2017 Chamber Music Contest, performing Shostakovich’s eighth String Quartet (movements 1, 2, and 3). Here is our interview with the Wellington quartet.
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Grace and Olivia Francis
Grace and Olivia Francis began learning through the Suzuki method at four years of age. Grace works as a collaborative pianist, teacher, and choir conductor in Auckland. Olivia is a first violinist in the Badisches Staatstheater in Germany and studies in Zürich, Switzerland. In this article we hear from both Olivia and her mother about their journeys as Suzuki student and parent, and beyond.
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In Praise of Praise
Let praise be a tool for encouragement and support that inspires confidence and fosters growth.
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Suzuki Early Childhood Education
Emma Goodbehere The Wellington Suzuki Branch was very pleased to offer the first level of Suzuki Early Childhood Education at
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