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We are very excited to kick-off this new school year!

The summer may have drawn to a close, but it's left us with a symphony of unforgettable memories and we are looking forward to all the new musical memories that is in store for everyone.

As we embark on an exciting new school year, we want to ensure that you are well-informed about the upcoming events and important policy changes. Please take a moment to review the following:

📅 School Calendar of Events: Stay up-to-date with our calendar of events, masterclasses, concerts, and recitals throughout the year. Mark your calendars so you don't miss out on any musical highlights.

📜 Updated Policies: We've made some changes to our policies to improve your learning experience. These policies are in effect by October 1st. Please familiarize yourself with these changes to ensure a smooth and harmonious school year.

Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated as we work together to create a rewarding musical experience for our students, families, and teachers.

If you have any questions or need further clarification, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support your musical endeavors and make this school year extraordinary.

Our students and faculty had a great time making music this summer and have also been able to share their talents with the community. Here are some of the places they visited:

• The Bristal Assisted Living in Wayne, NJ
• Cedar Crest Senior Living Center in Riverdale, NJ

Check out a sneak peak of our faculty outreach!

We're thrilled to kick off our group lessons this October with violin classes. Plus, for the first time ever, we'll be introducing piano group lessons starting in January (details coming soon).

🎻 Violin Group Lessons in October: Experience the joy of collaborative learning and the art of violin playing. Connect with your teacher to confirm your group assignment. We are eagerly anticipating the start of our group lessons, and we can't wait to begin this musical journey together

🎹 Piano Group Lessons in January: Stay tuned for more information on our exciting piano group lessons, coming in the new year.

📩 How to Join: To reserve your spot in our trial class or enroll in group lessons, simply send us an email at [email protected]

🎵 Trial Group Classes: Curious about group lessons, but not ready to sign-up? Send us an email and you can join a complimentary trial class so you may discover the benefits of learning together.

🎶 Join our listening challenge this school year! 🎶

This exciting adventure invites you to be inspired while broadening your musical horizons and cultivating a deeper appreciation for the universal language of music! 

• September: Enjoy any composition by Mozart.
• October: Dive into the world of classical music with suggestions provided!
• November: Discover a concerto composed for your instrument.
• December: Embrace the holiday spirit with your favorite holiday recording or Handel's Messiah.
• January: Revel in the works of Vivaldi.
• February: Groove to the beats of pop music.
• March: Experience a symphony composed in the 1800s.
• April: Journey back to the Baroque period (1600-1750) with any music composition.
• May: Delve into music from the classical period (1750-1820).
• June: Wrap up the year with any of your favorite recordings.

How to Participate:

1. Pick up a listening information sheet from your teacher.
2. Listen to/watch the music that fits the month's criteria.
3. Fill out the listening information sheet.
4. Submit the completed sheet to your teacher.
5. We'll tally who completes each month's criteria at the end of the school year!

Your Suzuki listening resources are just a click away! Click the link below to access the recordings and to get started.

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