Daily Schedule, Classes and Other Offerings
Enrollment is open to students who are studying the violin, viola, or cello with a Suzuki teacher using the Suzuki Method. Institute classes develop technique, musicality, note reading and ensemble playing under the guidance of highly trained Suzuki teachers. The Institute is a family experience. Students 12 and younger must be accompanied by one or both parents or a responsible adult. Ideally, there should be one parent or adult per student observing all classes.
A Pre-Twinkle program is open to beginning level students who have not yet mastered all of the Twinkle Variations. An expanded Advanced String Program is open to violin students in Book 6 or above, viola and cello students in Book 4 and above. Click on an item below for a brief description of vast variety of classes conducted at the New Mexico Suzuki Institute.
Schedule for the Week
Pre-Twinkle Program
Intermediate Program
Advanced String Program
Music Literacy Classes
Enrichment Classes
Concerts & Performances
Family Fun Nights
Parent Education
Solo Honors PerformancesSchedule for the Week
SUNDAY ADVANCED STRING CAMP SCHEDULE:
10:30 am — 11:00 am Registration
11:00 am — 12:00 pm Get Acquainted Session
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm Lunch on your own
1:00 pm — 3:00 pm Orchestra
3:00 pm — 3:15 pm Break and Snack
3:15 pm — 4:15 pm Chamber Music
4:15 pm — Follow Suzuki Institute Schedule belowSUNDAY SUZUKI INSTITUTE SCHEDULE:
1:30 pm — 4:00 pm Registration
4:30 pm — 5:00 pm Opening Ceremony
5:00 pm — 6:00 pm Play-ins
6:00 pm — 7:00 pm Cookout
7:00 pm — 7:30 pm New Parents Orientation
7:30 pm — 9:00 pm Family Fun ShowMONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY SUZUKI INSTITUTE SCHEDULE:
8:30 am — 11:30 am Morning classes — all students
11:30 am — 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm — 5:00 pm Afternoon classes
5:00 pm — 6:00 pm Solo Honors Recitals
6:00 pm — 7:15 pm Dinner
7:15 pm — 8:15 pm Evening ActivitiesFRIDAY SUZUKI INSTITUTE SCHEDULE:
8:30 am — 11:30 am Morning classes — all students
11:30 am — 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm — 4:00 pm Afternoon classes (no Enrichment or Quartet classes)
4:00 pm — 5:30 pm Dinner
5:30 pm — 8:00 pm Final Orchestra & Celebration ConcertsMONDAY THROUGH Friday EVENING ACTIVITIES:
Monday — ASC & Faculty: Side-by-Side Faculty Recital Rehearsal, all other participants: Free Night to Enjoy Albuquerque
Tuesday — Guest Artist Performance - Musica Antigua de Albuquerque
Wednesday — Faculty Recital
Thursday — Chamber Music Concert
Friday — Celebration ConcertsPre-Twinkle Program
The Pre-Twinkle Violin Program is designed for students who have not yet mastered the Twinkle Variations. Two options are available:
- 2 Classes – includes morning classes: master class small group class
- 3 Classes – includes above plus morning Music Enrichment class*
(*For 3-Class enrollment, during Music Enrichment class, parents will be free to attend Parent Education Talks.)
Intermediate Program
For students in Suzuki Violin Books 1-5, Viola and Cello Books 1-3. Two options are available:
- 4 Classes – includes a master class, technique class, repertoire class and Orchestra, Ready to Read or Music Enrichment
- 5 Classes – includes all of the above plus your choice of one enrichment class
Institute classes are designed to develop technique, musicality, note reading and ensemble playing under the guidance of experienced and highly trained Suzuki teachers. The Institute is designed as a family experience. Students 12 and younger must be accompanied by one or both parents or another responsible and interested adult. Ideally, there should be one parent or adult per student.
Advanced String Program
For students in Suzuki Violin Book 6 and beyond, Viola and Cello Books 4 and beyond. This program begins Sunday morning July 25 and continues Monday through Friday. There are 4 daily classes: master class, repertoire class, orchestra, and chamber music. Students are expected to set aside a minimum of one hour each day for individual practice.
This year offers a unique opportunity for all ASC participants to be paired up and play next to the Institute Faculty in rehearsal and performance of an orchestral work at the Faculty Recital.
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Music Literacy Classes
Students enrolled in Pre-Twinkle, Intermediate and Advanced String programs will be placed according to their age, playing and reading levels, into one of the following classes:
MUSIC ENRICHMENT:
For violinists, violists and cellists age 6 and under who have not yet begun to read music. Students will engage in activities that involve the whole body through singing, movement and improvising. Designed to enhance music literacy skills in an environment that encourages joy and personal success. This course is also offered to Pre-Twinkle enrollees opting for the 3-class schedule, and allows parents to attend the Parent Talks.
READY TO READ:
For students age 7 and older who have not yet begun reading music. This course is designed as an introduction into the "language of music" and is directed toward the student who is not yet ready to participate in an orchestra. Instruction will include basic fundamentals of music such as pitch and rhythm, and identification of musical symbols and notation.
ORCHESTRA:
Students in the Intermediate program already reading music at a basic level of accomplishment will be assigned to one of our three orchestras, according to their stated level of playing and reading. Advanced String Camp participants will perform in the ASC Orchestra.
NOTE: The above classes are scheduled so parents will be free to attend Parent Education Talks, which meet during the same hour.
Enrichment Classes for 5-Class Intermediate Program Participants
The New Mexico Suzuki Institute offers a variety of exciting enrichment classes. The 5 class schedule tuition includes your choice of one as listed below. Please indicate your priority (1st choice, 2nd choice, 3rd choice) on the registration form. Enrollment for each of these classes is limited and we may not be able to provide your first choice of enrichment class. Classes will meet Monday through Thursday during the week.
Brothers and sisters of students who are attending the Institute may register for any enrichment class on a space-available basis. Parents may register, too, however, classes should not interfere with parent's requirement to attend their child's classes. To register, fill out registration form and indicate "enrichment only" in the class placement section. Enrichment only participant cost is $75 per class.
Fiddling
Flamenco Dance
Magic & Showmanship
Origami Creations
StorytimeConcerts & Performances
Each student is invited to attend the Solo Honors Performances, attend evening concerts, and participate in Play-Ins. All students will participate in the Celebration Concert on Friday evening. Students are encouraged to audition for the Solo Honors Performances.
Events include:
- Sunday - Play-In and Get-Aquainted Family Fun
- Monday - Advanced String Camp and NMSI Faculty Side-by-Side Rehearsal for Faculty Recital. For all others - Free Night to Enjoy Albuquerque
- Tuesday - Guest Artist
- Wednesday - Faculty Recital
- Thursday - Chamber Music Concert presented by Advanced String Camp participants
- Friday - Celebration Concerts
Family Fun Night
Everyone is invited to our Sunday evening Family Fun show. We have lots of surprises in store for all, hosted by Jamie O’Hara, The Magic Guy. This is a wonderful way for families to get to know one another early in the week!!!
Parent Education
One hour each day, while students attend their Music Literacy class (Orchestra, Ready to Read or Orff), parents will be free to attend special sessions designed to interest and motivate them in the process of nurturing their child’s musical development. This year we offer our Storytime Enrichment class, which meets the same hour, as a place for parents to leave their young children in good hands, so they can attend these worthwhile lectures.
Solo Honors Performances
We offer the opportunity for students to participate in our Solo Honors Recitals. Their intent is to inspire and motivate other students, parents and teachers by demonstrating good posture, musicianship and careful study. Students of all levels will be considered. All students are invited to audition by sending a DVD or high quality webcast (eg. YouTube link). NOTE: additionally please e-mail exact URL address to director@nmsuzuki.org of a performance of a well polished and memorized piece with accompaniment if applicable. Audition recording without appropriate piano accompaniment will not be considered.
Application must be postmarked by May 31, 2011. DVD’s become the property of the New Mexico Suzuki Institute. Late applications cannot be accepted. To download an application click here. Please refer to complete instructions on the form when submitting your application and recording.