Greater Washington Suzuki Institute
Jun 26 – 30, 2023 in Alexandria, VA
at Greater Washington Suzuki Institute

GWSI offers students studying violin, cello, viola and bass an opportunity to supplement their musical education by enjoying a week of individual and group instruction in the company of students and families who value and actively pursue musical, personal and talent development. GWSI students range in age from 4 to 18 years, and in experience level from Pre-Twinklers and Twinklers who are just starting their Suzuki studies to advanced students who have mastered all ten Suzuki books. They include violinists, cellists and violists who are studying using the Suzuki approach, as well as bass players who have been training by any method. Parents play an active role in the GWSI student program and all children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

The string programs offer an individual lesson in Master Class style, a group Repertory Class and one or two additional music enrichment classes based on advancement level.  Master Class Lessons for advanced students are small (including 3 rather than 4 students).  In addition, students are encouraged to attend the morning meeting, practice help with GWSI faculty and afternoon recitals given by guest clinicians.

Pre-Twinkle Program
Violin Pre-Twinkle

Cello Pre-Twinkle

Master Class
Repertory Class
Music Games Class

Prelude Program
Violin Books 1-3
Cello Books 1-2
Viola Books 1-2

Bass Book 1

Master Class
Repertory Class
Orchestra
Music Enrichment

Vivace Program
Violin Books 4-5
Cellos Books 3-4
Viola Books 3-4

Bass Book 2

Master Class
Repertory Class
Orchestra
Music Enrichment

Artist Program
Violin Books 6 and up
Cellos Books 5 and up
Viola Books 5 and up
Bass Book 3 and up

Master Class
Repertory Workshop
Orchestra
Music Enrichment