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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
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SUMMARY:Group Class String Teaching
DESCRIPTION:This enrichment session will explore practical and creative approaches to group class teaching. Through ensemble activities\, rhythm games\, movement\, listening exercises\, and collaborative music-making\, participants will discover ways to build musicality\, confidence\, concentration\, and community within the group setting. The class will include plenty of hands-on participation and ideas that can be adapted for different ages\, instruments\, and levels. \nCarey Beth Hockett is a cello teacher\, teacher trainer\, and composer who has worked with Suzuki teachers and students internationally for many years. She is especially known for her work in group class teaching and enjoys helping teachers create classes that are both educational and joyful. \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the prompts to pay the nonrefundable $20 USD deposit for this course.  \nAfter getting tickets below\, you’ll receive a confirmation email from the SAA. You’ll also be able to verify your enrollment on your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf the enrollment box isn’t visible and you only see the waitlist option\, it means you’re missing a course prerequisite on your training profile (Unit 1). Please join the waitlist while you complete that class. You can check your training profile here to see what you are missing: https://suzukiassociation.org/person-profile/ \nIf you have any trouble enrolling or if your profile needs to be updated\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org with the details.  \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/group-class-string-teaching/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Institute
ORGANIZER;CN="Newfoundland and Labrador Suzuki Institute":MAILTO:stepnewfoundland@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260529T220956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T221524Z
UID:93962-1782691200-1783123199@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Music Mind Games Unit 1
DESCRIPTION:Music Mind Games workshops are designed for music teachers to learn and focus on both practical concepts and philosophy. Our unique philosophy can be experienced by playing Music Mind Games games with a trainer and other music teachers. Teachers take home many new teaching ideas that their students will love. Our workshops are led by certified Teacher Trainers who have years of experience teaching Music Mind Games in their own studios or classrooms as well as training and guidance in leading teacher training workshops. \nMusic Mind Games Unit 1 covers 100 games from the Music Mind Games book over 30 hours\, including observations of students. Required materials: Music Mind Games book and Puppy Packet. \nThe course will be taught by Kari Lapins\, certified Music Mind Games Teacher Trainer Units 1 & 2. \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the prompts to pay the nonrefundable deposit for this course.  \nAfter getting tickets below\, you’ll receive a confirmation email from the SAA. You’ll also be able to verify your enrollment on your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf the enrollment box isn’t visible and you only see the waitlist option\, it means you’re missing a course prerequisite on your training profile (Unit 1). Please join the waitlist while you complete that class. You can check your training profile here to see what you are missing: https://suzukiassociation.org/person-profile/ \nIf you have any trouble enrolling or if your profile needs to be updated\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org with the details.  \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/music-mind-games-unit-1/
LOCATION:Kari Lapins\, 408 Echo Valley Rd\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Enrichment
ORGANIZER;CN="Lapins Music Studio":MAILTO:kari@musicmindgames.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260406T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T153210Z
UID:91370-1783296000-1783641599@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Taller de Enseñanza Colectiva
DESCRIPTION:El curso tiene una visión diferente sobre la enseñanza colectiva de un instrumento musical y presenta una manera exitosa de cómo enseñar por habilidades. Tiene una estructura secuencial y progresiva\, pensada para aquellos que nunca han enseñado a grupos y también para profesores con experiencia que buscan mejorar su práctica pedagógica en la enseñanza colectiva.\nCon una comprensión simple y eficiente\, ofrece una organización adecuada y un sentido claro a la enseñanza del instrumento. \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the process to enroll – you will not be charged any course fees\, so proceed without worry.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile.  \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up.  You can also verify your enrollment from your training profile under the heading Upcoming Events.  \nIf the enrollment box is not visible and you only see the waitlist option\, this means you are missing Unit 1 or Filosofia (the prerequisites) on your training profile. Join the waitlist while you finish that class or wait for your audition results. Once you are on the waitlist\, you can check your training profile to see what you are missing. \nIf you have any trouble enrolling here\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org and explain the problem. 
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/taller-de-ensenanza-colectiva-2/
LOCATION:Instituto Superior de Bellas Artes\, Roque Aguilera Avenue 3300\, Santa Cruz de la Sierra\, Santa Cruz de la Sierra\, 0000
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Latin America
ORGANIZER;CN="RED Promesa":MAILTO:festivalsuzukipy@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260406T153552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T163610Z
UID:91371-1783296000-1783727999@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Dirección de Orquesta Infanto Juvenil
DESCRIPTION:Dictado por el Maestro Darío Domínguez (Arg). \nDirigido a profesores de música y músicos que trabajan\ncon orquestas. Este taller consistirá en el trabajo práctico para desarrollar una orquesta infanto-juvenil. Se abordará el estudio de diferentes aspectos de la partitura\, la técnica de dirección y la dinámica de trabajo de la orquesta con criterio pedagógico. \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the process to enroll – you will not be charged any course fees\, so proceed without worry.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile.  \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up.  You can also verify your enrollment from your training profile under the heading Upcoming Events.  \nIf the enrollment box is not visible and you only see the waitlist option\, this means you are missing Unit 1 or Filosofia (the prerequisites) on your training profile. Join the waitlist while you finish that class or wait for your audition results. Once you are on the waitlist\, you can check your training profile to see what you are missing. \nIf you have any trouble enrolling here\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org and explain the problem. 
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/direccion-de-orquesta-infanto-juvenil/
LOCATION:Instituto Superior de Bellas Artes\, Roque Aguilera Avenue 3300\, Santa Cruz de la Sierra\, Santa Cruz de la Sierra\, 0000
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Latin America
ORGANIZER;CN="RED Promesa":MAILTO:festivalsuzukipy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260328T170138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T134830Z
UID:91174-1783641600-1783900799@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:PREPIANO EL PRIMER ENFOQUE
DESCRIPTION:PREPIANO EL PRIMER ENFOQUE – CURSO ONLINE \nEste curso es una guía para trabajo con alumnos desde edades preescolares (aprox. 3 a 5 años) usando los principios de la filosofía Suzuki y lo que ello implica en cuanto a la preparación para llegar al instrumento. También se mostrará el papel de la familia en cada paso\, todo gradual. \nEste curso se trata de piano\, pero igual pueden participar profesores de otros instrumentos. \nEn cada sesión se mostrarán ejemplos en vivo y videos. \nTambién se harán ejercicios en el piano\, para lo cual será necesario tener su instrumento cerca \nRequisito: \nTener piano (o instrumento respectivo ) \nHaber cursado libro 1. \nSer miembro de la SAA\, \nSer miembro de su respectiva asociación (si es que su país tiene) \nAfter logging in\, scroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+1”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the process to enroll and proceed without worry\, you will not be asked for payment information. \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up.  Follow the directions in your confirmation email to complete payment. \nIf you have any trouble\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org and explain the problem. 
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/prepiano-el-primer-enfoque/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Latin America
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260406T153803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T154427Z
UID:91375-1783900800-1784159999@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Estimulación Musical Temprana- Hola Bebé
DESCRIPTION:Dictado por Roxana del Barco (Perú) \nDa a los maestros un marco teórico sobre las características\ndel bebé en las áreas biopsicomotora\, intelectual y socioemocional\, ofreciendo actividades y recursos de acuerdo para cada etapa. Se trabaja en forma práctica a través de juegos y canciones\, audiciones con cuentos musicales\, cantar una canción de mil maneras\, acompañar canciones con instrumento de percusión\,\nlectura de ritmos\, reconocer figuras musicales\, etc. Se enseñará también a utilizar elementos de apoyo como globos\, pelotas\, títeres\, etc.Habrá clases de observación con bebés y padres. \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the process to enroll – you will not be charged any course fees\, so proceed without worry.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile.  \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up.  You can also verify your enrollment from your training profile under the heading Upcoming Events.  \nIf the enrollment box is not visible and you only see the waitlist option\, this means you are missing Unit 1 or Filosofia (the prerequisites) on your training profile. Join the waitlist while you finish that class or wait for your audition results. Once you are on the waitlist\, you can check your training profile to see what you are missing. \nIf you have any trouble enrolling here\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org and explain the problem. 
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/estimulacion-musical-temprana-hola-bebe/
LOCATION:Instituto Superior de Bellas Artes\, Roque Aguilera Avenue 3300\, Santa Cruz de la Sierra\, Santa Cruz de la Sierra\, 0000
CATEGORIES:Enrichment
ORGANIZER;CN="RED Promesa":MAILTO:festivalsuzukipy@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20251120T222627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T173415Z
UID:82943-1783900800-1784332799@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Why not Technique AND Music from the first Twinkle?
DESCRIPTION:“Why not Technique AND Music from the first Twinkle?” The Beginning; building the technique to create the music.  \nThis 10 hour violin/viola enrichment course will focus on exploring how to include musical concepts that will become second nature later in our students’ development. Focusing on developing a beautiful tone will be at the center of all discussions and lectures. Registered violin or viola Suzuki training through book 1 required. \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the process to enroll and enter your payment information as instructed.  \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up with instructions on how to pay the balance of the tuition.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf the enrollment box is not visible and you only see the waitlist option\, this means you are missing an audition or a course prerequisite on your training profile. Join the waitlist while you finish that class or wait for your audition results. You can check your training profile here: https://suzukiassociation.org/person-profile/ \nIf you have any trouble enrolling here\, or if you wish to update your training profile with any missing courses\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org.  \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/why-not-technique-and-music-from-the-first-twinkle/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Institute
ORGANIZER;CN="Peaks to Plains Suzuki Institute":MAILTO:director@ppsicolorado.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260406T163201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T163317Z
UID:91376-1783987200-1784332799@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Estrategias de Direción para coros infanto- juveniles
DESCRIPTION:En la actualidad\, el coro de niños y jóvenes está siendo atendido por la generación más joven de los directores de coro. Es preciso orientar a este sector de los profesionales de la educación para lograr el mejor de los resultados. Este taller pretende dar herramientas utilizables para el que\nhacer diario desde la perspectiva del ponente\, compartiendo la manera personal de trabajar\, el ideal sonoro\, estrategias para elegir y abordar el repertorio\, cómo lidiar con los retos que se van presentando\, desde los musicales hasta logísticos\, entre muchos otros aspectos. No podemos negar la importancia de las redes sociales como plataforma de difusión del trabajo\ncoral. Se dedicará parte del tiempo para compartir el cómo realizar la grabación y edición de conciertos\, ensayos\, y toda actividad relacionada a la célula musical que nos compete. En resumen\, la intención es ofrecer una manera disfrutable\nde hacer música coral\, tanto para el que lleva la batuta como para el preciado instrumento que tenemos enfrente. \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the process to enroll – you will not be charged any course fees\, so proceed without worry.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile.  \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up.  You can also verify your enrollment from your training profile under the heading Upcoming Events.  \nIf the enrollment box is not visible and you only see the waitlist option\, this means you are missing Unit 1 or Filosofia (the prerequisites) on your training profile. Join the waitlist while you finish that class or wait for your audition results. Once you are on the waitlist\, you can check your training profile to see what you are missing. \nIf you have any trouble enrolling here\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org and explain the problem. 
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/estrategias-de-direcion-para-coros-infanto-juveniles/
LOCATION:Instituto Superior de Bellas Artes\, Roque Aguilera Avenue 3300\, Santa Cruz de la Sierra\, Santa Cruz de la Sierra\, 0000
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Latin America
ORGANIZER;CN="RED Promesa":MAILTO:festivalsuzukipy@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20251230T031640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T031718Z
UID:80928-1784332800-1784505599@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Piano Group Classes
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Caroline Fraser\, this course offers the rare opportunity to observe Caroline Fraser in action\, teaching group classes to students in Suzuki Books 1 through 5. In addition\, participants will be guided in how to introduce\, reinforce\, and build on musical skills including reading\, ensemble playing\, and music theory. Caroline’s unique approach offers a joyful learning environment inspired by both Suzuki and Kodaly\, guiding children from known to unknown\, using all of their senses. For more information\, please feel free to read more about Caroline’s approach to Music Reading. \nPrerequisites: Piano Unit 1 \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll 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.   \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up with instructions on how to pay the balance of the tuition.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf the enrollment box isn’t visible and you only see the waitlist option\, it means you’re missing either an audition or a course prerequisite on your training profile. Please join the waitlist while you complete that class or wait for your audition results. You can check your training profile here to see what you are missing: https://suzukiassociation.org/person-profile/ \nIf you have any trouble enrolling here\, or if you wish to update your training profile with any missing courses\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org.  \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/teaching-piano-group-classes/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Institute
ORGANIZER;CN="Seattle Suzuki Circle Institute":MAILTO:hillary.nordwell@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260129T142156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T142221Z
UID:87581-1784332800-1784591999@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Violin Enrichment - All-Level Group Teaching
DESCRIPTION:Violin Enrichment: All Level Group Teaching (Saturday July 18 – Monday July 20) Cathryn Lee (10 hour course) \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the prompts to pay the nonrefundable deposit for this course.  \nAfter getting tickets below\, you’ll receive a confirmation email from the SAA. You’ll also be able to verify your enrollment on your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf the enrollment box isn’t visible and you only see the waitlist option\, it means you’re missing a course prerequisite on your training profile (Unit 1). Please join the waitlist while you complete that class. You can check your training profile here to see what you are missing: https://suzukiassociation.org/person-profile/ \nIf you have any trouble enrolling or if your profile needs to be updated\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org with the details.  \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/violin-enrichment-all-level-group-teaching/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Institute
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Austin Suzuki Institute":MAILTO:gasa.institute@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260410T185035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T021555Z
UID:92058-1784332800-1784591999@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Juego y Movimiento: Didácticas para la educación musical en primaria
DESCRIPTION:Este curso está dirigido a docentes y formadores interesados en enriquecer sus prácticas de enseñanza musical en educación primaria\, a través del juego y el movimiento como ejes fundamentales del aprendizaje. La propuesta busca brindar herramientas pedagógicas que permitan acercar la música a niños y niñas de manera natural\, respetando sus procesos y promoviendo entornos de aprendizaje cálidos\, estimulantes y significativos. \nA lo largo del curso\, los participantes explorarán estrategias didácticas basadas en el uso de repertorio de literatura musical infantil y del enfoque Suzuki\, aprovechando el desarrollo sensorial propio de la infancia para fortalecer la musicalidad\, la escucha y la expresión\, así como para preparar el camino hacia el trabajo instrumental. \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster. \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”.  Follow the process to enroll. \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf you have a message that says you do not meet the course prerequisites\, join the Waitlist. If you believe that message is incorrect\, or if you have any trouble\, write to info@suzukiassociation.org and explain the problem. \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/recursos-para-ensenar-musica-en-primaria-juego-y-movimiento/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Latin America
ORGANIZER;CN="Festival Suzuki de Colombia":MAILTO:suzukifes_farbog@unal.edu.co
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260309T182628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T181543Z
UID:89518-1784505600-1784937599@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Creative Music Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Led by Carrie Salisbury \nDive into an innovative course for Suzuki educators with resources for teaching applied music theory to wind and string students through games\, creative composition\, and improvisation. Explore strategies for introducing chord theory with early arranging and composition skills using folk songs and popular music. The course will include: a structured pedagogy for music literacy benchmarks\, applied activities for lessons and group classes\, empowerment to create original arrangements for your multi-level groups\, original and unpublished group arrangements by Salisbury/McLean\, and a comprehensive teacher resource packet in PDF form. \n\nEnrichment course hours will not conflict with regular ASI class hours of 8-11 AM and 1-4 PM CDT\nVisit the American Suzuki Institute website for course prerequisites and requirements\n$40 tuition rebate will be given to teachers who sign up for two Suzuki core units (SECE\, Practicum\, Enrichment\, Teaching Strategies\, and Supplemental courses not included)\n$25 tuition rebate will be given to teachers who sign up for a Unit or Supplemental course and a 10-hour Enrichment or Teaching Strategies course in the same week\nScholarships are available. The American Suzuki Foundation is offering a number of $1\,000 scholarships for in-person training. Scholarship applications will be available on the ASI website in March
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/creative-music-literacy/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Institute
ORGANIZER;CN="American Suzuki Institute":MAILTO:suzuki@uwsp.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260127T214834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T215231Z
UID:87626-1784592000-1785023999@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Revisiting Violin Unit 1 with The Joy of PreTwinkle
DESCRIPTION:Violin Revisiting Unit 1 with Joy of Pre-Twinkle (Tuesday\, July 21 – Saturday July 25) with Daina Volodka Staggs \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the prompts to pay the nonrefundable $20 deposit for this course.  \nAfter getting tickets below\, you’ll receive a confirmation email from the SAA indicating how to pay the balance. You’ll also be able to verify your enrollment on your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf the enrollment box isn’t visible and you only see the waitlist option\, it means you’re missing a course prerequisite on your training profile (Unit 1). Please join the waitlist while you complete that class. You can check your training profile here to see what you are missing: https://suzukiassociation.org/person-profile/ \nIf you have any trouble enrolling or if your profile needs to be updated\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org with the details.  \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/revisiting-violin-unit-1-with-the-joy-of-pretwinkle/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Institute,Revisiting Unit 1
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Austin Suzuki Institute":MAILTO:gasa.institute@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20251224T021405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T021456Z
UID:84300-1784937600-1785110399@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Reimagining Literacy for String Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Unit 1 \nThis course will explore new concepts\, sequences and materials for teaching literacy skills to string students. Discussions will include reimagined learning sequences that foster development of all aspects of literacy for the studio or classroom student including: teaching aural skills\, the transition to visual notation\, fluent sight-reading and music theory as it relates to our string instruments. \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll 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.   \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up with instructions on how to pay the balance of the tuition.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf the enrollment box isn’t visible and you only see the waitlist option\, it means you’re missing either an audition or a course prerequisite on your training profile. Please join the waitlist while you complete that class or wait for your audition results. You can check your training profile here to see what you are missing: https://suzukiassociation.org/person-profile/ \nIf you have any trouble enrolling here\, or if you wish to update your training profile with any missing courses\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org.  \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/reimagining-literacy-for-string-teachers-2/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Institute
ORGANIZER;CN="Buffalo-Niagara Suzuki Institute":MAILTO:drlauriepscott@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260512T111949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T173657Z
UID:93242-1785024000-1785369599@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:O Poder do Grupo (Violino)
DESCRIPTION:“O Poder do Grupo” é um curso interativo para professores Suzuki. Ele abordará todos os aspectos do ensino em aulas de grupo\, incluindo como implementar e organizar um programa de aulas coletivas. \nNo curso\, os participantes do workshop não apenas observarão aulas de grupo\, mas também participarão ativamente como membros da turma. O conteúdo abrangerá desde o Pre-Twinkle até o Bach Double\, com muitos exemplos e exercícios para desenvolver a performance dos alunos por meio do poder do ensino em grupo. Os professores também terão a oportunidade de desenvolver um segmento de aula coletiva para apresentar ao grupo e receber feedback sobre sua prática pedagógica. \nO curso apresentará um currículo para Pre-Twinkle\, Twinkle e cada nível de livro (Livros 1 a 4)\, incluindo a exploração de estratégias para manter os alunos engajados ao longo dos níveis avançados e durante a adolescência. \nOs participantes devem ter o seguinte repertório memorizado para participar da classe: \nLivro 1: todas as peças. \nLivro 2: Chorus\, Musette\, Hunters’ Chorus\, Long Long Ago\, Two Grenadiers\, Witches’ Dance e Minuet in G. \nLivro 3: Gavotte de Martini\, Gavotte de Becker e Bourrée de Bach. \nLivro 4: Concerto nº 2 de Seitz\, 3º movimento; Concerto em lá menor de Vivaldi\, 1º movimento; e o Bach Double (qualquer uma das partes). \nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the process to enroll – you will not be charged any course fees\, so proceed without worry.  You can also verify your enrollment from your profile.  \nYou will receive an email confirmation after signing up.  You can also verify your enrollment from your training profile under the heading Upcoming Events.  \nIf the enrollment box is not visible and you only see the waitlist option\, this means you are missing a course prerequisite on your training profile. Join the waitlist while you finish that class or wait for your audition results. Once you are on the waitlist\, you can check your training profile to see what you are missing. \nIf you have any trouble enrolling here\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org and explain the problem. 
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/o-poder-do-grupo/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment
ORGANIZER;CN="Centro Suzuki de Bras%C3%ADlia":MAILTO:suzuki@centrosuzukidebrasilia.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260605T093956
CREATED:20260217T145638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T181916Z
UID:88273-1785024000-1785542399@suzukiassociation.org
SUMMARY:Kitchen Table String Repairs
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about basic string instrument repairs under the guidance of luthier Dalton Potter.  “First watch\, then do” is the basic method for imparting the most commonly performed repair and maintenance procedures. Potential topics covered include how to cut a bridge\, refit friction pegs\, set up fallen soundposts (and how to tell whether they actually fit or not). We will cover tips on installing strings\, tailguts\, basic maintenance\, and analyzing potential repair needs. “Quick-repair” of uneven nuts\, bridges\, and loose fingerboards will be demonstrated. We will also cover gluing open seams and repairing broken necks in inexpensive instruments. Students are encouraged to bring in instruments for close examination and potential repair during the class. \n\nThis course will be offered in-person\nEnrichment course hours will not conflict with regular ASI class hours of 8-11 AM and 1-4 PM CDT\n$40 tuition rebate will be given to teachers who sign up for two Suzuki core units (SECE\, Practicum\, Enrichment\, Teaching Strategies\, and Supplemental courses not included)\n$25 tuition rebate will be given to teachers who sign up for a Unit or Supplemental course and a 10-hour Enrichment or Teaching Strategies course in the same week\nScholarships are available. The American Suzuki Foundation is offering a number of $1\,000 scholarships for in-person training. Scholarship applications will be available on the ASI website in February\n\nYou must be logged in to your SAA account and have Active Membership to join the course roster below.  \nScroll down to the bottom of this page to the enrollment box\, click “+”\, then click “get tickets”. Follow the prompts to pay the nonrefundable deposit for this course.  \nAfter getting tickets below\, you’ll receive a confirmation email from the SAA. You’ll also be able to verify your enrollment on your profile under Upcoming Courses. \nIf the enrollment box isn’t visible and you only see the waitlist option\, it means you’re missing a course prerequisite on your training profile (Unit 1). Please join the waitlist while you complete that class. You can check your training profile here to see what you are missing: https://suzukiassociation.org/person-profile/ \nIf you have any trouble enrolling or if your profile needs to be updated\, please write to info@suzukiassociation.org with the details.  \nAll transactions are final and non-refundable.
URL:https://suzukiassociation.org/event/kitchen-table-string-repairs-4/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:Enrichment,Institute
ORGANIZER;CN="American Suzuki Institute":MAILTO:suzuki@uwsp.edu
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