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Northern Illinois Suzuki Guitar Summer Institute

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July 20 - July 24

Presented in-person.

July 20-24, 2026

Join us for our 6th annual Northern Illinois Suzuki Guitar Institute!

This institute is open to Suzuki guitar students of all book levels. Each student will participate in a daily group class, Suzuki-style masterclass, guitar ensemble or reading group and a Technique Class.  The technique classes will focus on activities that enhance students’ fingerboard geography, right and left-hand dexterity and music theory knowledge.

The Faculty for the Institute will include:
MaryLou Roberts
Joseph Spoelstra
Mitchell Green, and
Kevin Brown

Located in the suburbs of Chicago our location is near two major airports and the local community includes many restaurants, grocery stores, opportunities for lodging and other amenities.

Registration Closes June 20, 2024

Pre-twinkle: $175

(2:30-3:20 Group Class Mon-Thurs and 10:30am rehearsal Friday and 11am Final concert)

Book 1-2: $400

Book 3+: $425

Visit our website to register!

Details

Organizer

  • Northern Illinois Suzuki Guitar Institute
  • Phone 630-456-3255
  • Email nisguitarinstitute@gmail.com
  • View Organizer Website

Venue

  • Cornerstone Christian Church
  • 312 Geneva Rd
    GLEN ELLYN,IL60137    + Google Map
  • Phone 6304563255

Additional Scheduling Info

Mon-Thur:
10am Group Class
11am Masterclass/Ensemble
12pm Lunch/Free Time
1pm Mini Recital
1:30pm Reading/Ensemble
2:20pm Snack Time (provided)
2:30pm Technique/Masterclass (pre-twinkle group)
3:30 Dismissal

Friday:
10am Pre-Concert Rehearsal
11am Final Concert
12pm Camp Ends

Pre-Twinkle students will do one group class Mon-Thurs and participate in the final concert and 10:30am pre-concert rehearsal on Friday.