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American Suzuki Institute

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July 19 - July 31

Presented in-person.

Modeled after Dr. Suzuki’s summer school, the American Suzuki Institute (ASI) was the first Suzuki Institute held outside of Japan. Since 1971, over 100,000 students and their families have visited Central Wisconsin from all over the world for summer study. ASI is an inspirational and immersive experience for students and teachers alike. Student offerings in 2026 include:

July 19-24 (Week 1): Piano, Violin, Voice SECE

July 26-31 (Week 2): Cello, Harp, Viola, Violin, One-Week Chamber Music, SECE

July 19-31: Two-Week Chamber Music

Optional Electives: Artists’ Imagination, Composer’s Corner, Dance, Fiddling, Taekwondo, Viola for Violinists, and Yoga.

Registration opens in February.  Student scholarships are available.  Check the ASI website for detailed information on classes, tuition, housing and meal plans, and scholarships.

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Additional Scheduling Info

All times are Central Daylight Time

Check-in: Sunday 12-5 PM

Student classes are held Monday through Friday, 8-11 AM and 1-4 PM, with optional electives and parent lectures at 11 AM.  Student honors recitals are held daily at 4 PM. Evening events, including guest artist and faculty recitals, begin at 7 PM.

Festival Concerts occur throughout the day Friday, concluding in the evening.

Residence Hall check-out by 12 PM Saturday