Cello Teaching Strategies

This 10-hour pedagogy masterclass is designed to enhance teaching skills in a supportive, trust-based environment. Rather than focusing on repertoire, this course centers on how we teach—strengthening observation skills, refining communication, and reinforcing the strategies that create meaningful learning moments for students and families. Each session functions as a pedagogy masterclass in which participants present their own teaching for feedback, gaining practical insights to improve effectiveness. It is a prerequisite for Unit 3 training.

At each class, participants share their prepared video excerpts (6–10 minutes) of their individual and/or group teaching, aligned with their registered training level. At least one video must feature an individual lesson with the student playing Suzuki repertoire from memory, and include visible interaction between teacher, student, and parent whenever possible. Videos serve as a springboard for collegial discussion, allowing the group to celebrate effective teaching and identify one or two high‑impact areas for growth.

You must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below. 

Scroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box, click “+”, then click “get tickets”. Follow the prompts to enter your payment information to pay the nonrefundable deposit fee.  

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