Southwestern Ontario Suzuki Institute Inc.

with Dragan Djerkic (QC), Margaret Parkin (UK) and Robert Richardson (MB)
IN PERSON

We’re together again at WLU and that means Orchestra is Back! Dragan, Margaret and Rob will lead our orchestras in a varied selection of music on Friday's Final Orchestral Concert. These conductors have extensive experience working with student orchestras. Prepare to be amazed!

with Arun Pal (ON)
IN PERSON

Using drums, xylophones, and many other exciting percussion instruments provided by WLU, pianists will improve their rhythmic reading and improvisational skills. Lots of fun!

with Clayton Scott (ON)
IN PERSON

For YAP and Senior piano students: Daily 1-hour Piano Practice Seminar and Performance Practice Workshop with multiple performance opportunities.

We love music - but we are busy. Schedules become more crammed each year. This course is designed to answer the question: “How can I practise efficiently and productively in the least possible time?” The goal is shorter practices with measurable, recognizable results: progress.

This hands-on seminar class will give you numerous approaches to practising the piano: the how to practise. We will work through specific strategies together in class.

Some pianists love to perform; others do not. This class will teach all students how to “practise their performance”. Advice on how to control nerves and developing stage presence are included, with the goal of creating confident, comfortable and competent performers.

For pianists, fear of forgetting the notes can get in the way of an otherwise compelling performance. We will spend time on detailed ways to memorize securely.

Participating students should bring one polished piece to the class and provide a copy of the score to Clayton Scott.

To enjoy both practising and performing, you need to take control. This course will help you do just that. Take ownership of your music!

IN PERSON only

with Margaret Maria Tobolowska (ON)

Cellos "sing" together again in SOSI's unique Cello Choir. The music is fantastic, and the "choir" will perform late in the week. Suzuki cellists Bk. 4 and beyond will receive music to prepare in advance.

Welcome to the wonderful world of piano duets!
IN PERSON

For pianists who spend much of their time practising and performing alone, there is nothing more fun and exciting than making music with another musician.

As part of the core program for students in the Intermediate program and those in the Junior program who have the requisite reading skills, students will be paired with a pianist of a similar playing level to study a piano duet which will be performed at the final Piano Concert at the end of the week.

Music is sent ahead of time so that students can learn both parts of the duet before coming to SOSI. The class will focus on the art of becoming a sensitive and confident ensemble player.

More fingers, more music, more fun!

ONLINE only

Students in Bk. 4 and up will have a daily one hour class focusing on effective practice strategies.

Different faculty members will offer their best practising advice and tips, and the students will create practice goals and discover insights into their own practice routines. A notebook specifically designated for this class will be required.

Monday at 4:15 pm

Parents—it's time for a little refuelling. SOSI offers a FREE online parent lecture tba.

Every student at SOSI has the opportunity to perform in a solo recital. If you're a string student, a professional piano accompanist and one free rehearsal is supplied (if required).