As a Suzuki Community, we embrace Dr. Suzuki’s philosophy and method, using music and the discipline of learning an instrument to develop and nurture the character of a child.  Our SAA Conference Theme “Learning Suzuki-Style,” will provide an opportunity to remind us of our strong foundation, while exploring ways to bring this philosophy into an ever-changing 21st Century. We know and understand that beginning lessons at a young age, parent involvement, group classes, and listening all contribute to the success of a Suzuki student – but how does that look in 2020 … ?

Student Opportunities

SAA conferences provide numerous events designed for selected Suzuki students from across the Americas. Students may apply to participate in instrument-specific masterclasses coached by distinguished guest clinicians and master teachers and/or they may apply to participate in coached ensembles which usually culminate in a celebratory performance.
This year’s opportunities include these events:

• Instrumental, Voice, and Chamber Group Masterclasses

• Instrument-Specific Ensembles and Choirs:  (Advanced) Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Flute, Guitar, Recorder, Voice

• Piano Ensemble featuring the Bach 3-Piano Concerto

• Suzuki Young Artist Orchestras of the Americas (SYOA) 1 and 2

• Suzuki Young Artists String Ensemble (SYASE)

• International Ensembles Concert  (selected pre-formed groups from throughout our region)

• New this year: a Baroque small ensemble including Recorders, voice, bass, strings, and others and Choir for participating students

Session Proposals

Interested in sharing your ideas and expertise in a session presentation at the Conference?
Proposals will be considered for sessions of 50- or 25-minutes.
Formats may include lectures, demonstrations, interactive playing sessions, and panel discussions.
Interactive sessions and sessions providing playing opportunities for audience participants are highly encouraged.

The proposal submission form will be available on the website in a few weeks.

What are your ideas for “Learning Suzuki-Style” in 2020?
For a start your thinking about this important topic, please see the following link.

Conference Dates & Deadlines:
October 15—International Ensembles applications
October 25—Applications for student Masterclasses, Ensembles, Orchestras
October 30—Conference session proposals due
November 15—Chamber Music masterclass applications due
January 15, 2020—Registration opens—Early Bird rates
March 31, 2020—Early Bird Registration ends
May 1, 2020—Hilton Minneapolis guest room reservations close
May 8, 2020—Last day for Conference pre-registration;
walk-in registration only after this date

Did You Know …

• SAA Members trained in Unit 1 can use the teaching resource TwinkleTube. Through this site, teachers graciously share short videos of Pre-Twinkle lessons to help you through the challenges of starting young Suzuki students.
• Active and Associate Members are able to read the current issue of the American Suzuki Journal on our website?
  View issue here.

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