Suzuki Association of the Americas

Dear Suzuki Community:

A few brief reminders about the events and opportunities taking place throughout this month!

Our final Online Teacher Development Feedback Session is Thursday, December 8th at 9a PT! Open to anyone who would like to attend, this session is an opportunity to provide feedback on our Online Teacher Development offerings. Register here! Thanks to all who attended our first two sessions!

Suzuki Training Committee Applications are due on December 15th, 2022! Read about requirements and the application process here, learn about the committee review panel here, and submit your application at this link.

This Saturday, December 10th at 10a PT is our first Suzuki in Action! session! The SAA and Alfred Music are partnering to offer members of the Suzuki community a webinar series that aims to create space for those committed to the Suzuki philosophy, music education, and lifelong learning. With opportunities for students, parents, and teachers, each session challenges artists to think creatively and build better musical practices in community with one another. Translations will be available, and stay tuned for additional sessions offered!

About this session:

Equity-Centered Practice & Suzuki: Part 1 of 2
Led by Tiffany Rice (see Tiffany’s bio at the registration link below)

How can we create more inclusive learning spaces? What does the Suzuki philosophy offer us in understanding equity-centered practice? Why is it essential to think about creating belonging in your classrooms? This session provides practical steps to be more inclusive in your teaching practice. Among the highest-rated sessions at the SAA’s We are Suzuki Conference last May, this two-part session aims to deepen our work in creating inclusive and loving environments for all of our students!

Session Date: Saturday, December 10th 10-11a PT | 12-1p CT | 1p-2p ET

Register here!

We look forward to seeing you throughout the month, and wish you a wonderful December!