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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Filosofía del Método Suzuki

Filosofía del Método Suzuki es una visión general completa, una introducción y una conversación filosófica sobre el arte de enseñar a los niños pequeños a tocar un instrumento musical con el Método Suzuki.

Cuando los niños aprenden algo de forma orgánica (del mismo modo que aprenden su propio idioma), la experiencia es profunda. Este curso trata sobre el aprendizaje de idiomas, la creación de un entorno familiar ideal, las razones por las que se debería empezar a aprender música a una edad tan temprana y cómo hacerlo.

Este curso está abierto a padres, cuidadores, educadores y músicos. Para los profesores interesados en realizar cursos de certificación Suzuki, este curso es el primer paso.

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Filosofía del Método Suzuki is a complete overview, introduction, and philosophical conversation about the art of teaching young children a musical instrument with the Suzuki Method.

When children learn something organically (the way they learn their own language) the experience is profound. This course discusses language learning, creating an ideal home environment, why one would want to start music learning so young, and how to go about it!

This course is open to parents, care-givers, educators, and musicians. For teaches interested in pursuing Suzuki certification courses, this course is the first step.

Course Details:

November 30 and December 2-6, 10:30-14:30
Oaxaca Centro, Saraí Estudio Suzuki
Asociación Mexicana del Método Suzuki and the SAA

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courses and Events 2025-2026

  • teaching strategies online (weekly)

    • Thursdays 10:30am - 1:00pm Central. September 18 - October 9, Hosted by the Music Institute of Chicago. Click for Details.

  • Piano Book 4 online

    • Thursdays, 10:30 - 1:30pm Central, October 16 - November 13.

  • filosofía

    • November 30 & December 2-6, 10:30 - 14:30 in Oaxaca.

  • teaching strategies online (monthly)

    • Tuesdays, 10:30 - 1pm, January 13, February 10, April 7, May 12

  • piano book 5 online

    • Thursdays, 10:30 - 1:30pm Central, January 15 - February 12, Thursdays.

  • The One-Point Lessons: Self observation as a tool for teaching growth

    • Accelerated Learning Session for All Instruments. Music Teachers National Association Convention, March 21-25

  • Piano Book 1 online

    • Thursdays 10:30 - 1:30pm Central, March 5-12, April 2 - 16, April 30 - May 14, June 4-11, Hosted by the Music Institute of Chicago. Click for Details.

  • Designing Group Classes: A Workshop

    • Transform your group classes into engaging, joyful experiences that build community and musicianship. Learn creative structures, activities, and strategies to plan and to keep every student motivated and growing together.

    • Friday, July 10, 10:30 - 1:30 Central.

  • Beautiful Basics to Ease into Books 2 and 3: A Workshop

    • Smooth the path into Books 2 and 3 with practical tools that make technique effortless and music expressive. Discover how to set students up for success, confidence, and ease in the “beautiful basics.” (Prerequisites: Books 1 and 2)

    • Tuesday, July 21, 10:30 - 1:30 Central.

  • Parent Coaching Across the Ages: A Workshop

    • From preschool beginners to teens, learn how to coach parents with language and strategies that truly support progress. Equip families to be effective partners in practice and keep motivation thriving at every stage.

    • Friday, August 7, 10:30 - 1:30, Central.

Stay tuned for Piano Book 6 next fall!

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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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