Suzuki piano Teacher training

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Aubrey Faith-Slaker offers comprehensive teacher training in the Suzuki Method of Piano study through immersive apprenticeship programs and online courses. Local groups meet regularly for in-depth, extended training, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Online courses are weekly, conducted over Zoom, and offer a personal and comfortable learning experience from the convenience of your home or studio. Upon completion of all course requirements, participants’ training will be registered with the Suzuki Association of the Americas. Additional information, including SAA Teacher Training guidelines, can be viewed on the SAA website.

Aubrey also provides personalized, one-on-one lessons on all pedagogical topics. Contact her to inquire or request a session.

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Next Course:

Suzuki Piano Book 2: Building Musical Independence

In this course, Suzuki piano teachers will explore the transition from learning by ear to developing confident reading and technical independence.

Through detailed study of Book 2, we’ll focus on repertoire sequencing, reading readiness, fingering strategies, and continued musicianship development. Together, we’ll discuss how to balance ear training and reading work in a way that supports joyful, secure playing. Teachers will leave with clear strategies for nurturing growth, fostering independence, and building strong foundations for lifelong musicianship.

Course Details:

June 29 - July 3, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM Chicago Time
$515, Online via Zoom through the Chicago Suzuki Institute
Course Credited through the Suzuki Association of the Americas


courses and Events 2024-2025

  • Piano Book 1 Online.

    • Thursdays 10:30am - 1:30pm Central. September 19 - November 21. Hosted by the Music Institute of Chicago. Click for Details.

  • el triángulo suzuki en Práctica

    • An Enrichment Course taught in Spanish: Oaxaca, Mexico, December 8 & 9

  • Teaching Transfer Students in Books 1, 2, & 3 online

    • Thursdays 10:30am-1:30pm Central. January 16 - February 13.

  • Teaching strategies online

    • Thursdays 10:30am - 1pm Central. April 24 - May 15.

  • Seamless Transitions: Strategies for Integrating Transfer Students in Piano Studios

    • National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy, Online, June 7, 4pm Central.

  • piano book 2 online

    • Sunday, June 29 - Thursday, July 3. 10:30am - 1:30pm Central. Hosted by the Chicago Suzuki Institute and the Music Institute of Chicago. Click for Details.

Stay tuned for Piano Book 5 next school year! (Possibly Book 6 if we have the interest.)

Teacher Resources

Suzuki Association Pedagogy Descriptors

Further and more specific resources for Suzuki teachers may be found on my resources page.

Suzuki Piano Group Class Activity on Allegretto 1.

Honeybee Lesson with Amy.

Variations A & B with Toby, age three.

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