Viola

January 25, 2013

We are very excited to let you know that this summer Suzuki recordings will become available at Alfred.com/downloads, and eventually on iTunes and Amazon. Read more ▶

January 17, 2013 by Susan Baer

Have you ever imagined what the horse that donated its tail for your bow hair looks like? Where does it live? Is it a mare or a stallion? Here are some interesting facts that might help you get to know your horse. Read more ▶

November 8, 2012 by Susan Baer

Sometimes determining the credible identity of an instrument’s maker can seem like the plot of a detective novel full of intrigue and deception. In an age where scientific advancements are making it possible to solve crimes of yore through DNA testing, similar discoveries are taking place in the world of stringed instruments. Read more ▶

September 18, 2012 by Susan Baer

Embarking on the journey to mastery of a stringed instrument requires a certain degree of courage, even when starting firmly entrenched in the belief that every child can. Read more ▶

September 1, 2012 by Janse Vincent

At this historical conference celebrating the 40th anniversary of the SAA, the viola sessions were right in keeping with the spirit of celebration. From those focusing on Bach to the traditional viola reading session, we were honoring the past while… Read more ▶

May 30, 2012

Oberlin Conservatory of Music announced Tuesday that violist Michael Strauss, former student of William Preucil, Sr., and Suzuki Viola Volume 8 recording artist, is newly appointed Associate Professor of Viola and Chamber Music.
Dean of the Conservatory David H. Stull… Read more ▶

March 15, 2012

Hello Fellow Violists,

I hope you are are already making plans to attend the SAA 2012 Conference in Minneapolis this May. If not, please consider the reunions with old friend, new friendships to be made, and the many enlivening sessions the… Read more ▶

September 21, 2011

Group Lessons for Suzuki Violin and Viola
By Carolyn McCall
Book, 84 pages, $12.95
Group lesson ideas for violin and viola, organized by book level and technique/skill.

Focus on Suzuki Piano: Creative and Effective Ideas for Teachers and Parents
By Mary Craig Powell
Book, 76 pages,… Read more ▶

August 11, 2011 by Christie Felsing, Linda Perry

The SAA would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Carolyn McCall for her many years of service to the organization and Suzuki community at large. Read more ▶

March 8, 2010 by Emily Puntuzs

We are excited to offer several special sessions for Viola teachers!
William Preucil, Sr. will present a session on the Hummel Viola Concerto. Julia Hardie and Dee Martz will offer a session on teaching and playing the Stamitz Concerto. Bring your… Read more ▶