Student Program [Download Application]
Each
flute student will participate in four classes daily including
master class, tone and technique, repertoire class, and a
level-appropriate enrichment class. Enrichment Classes include Kodaly
Musicianship, Music Theory, Sightreading, Extended Techniques, and
Flute Choir. Sibling Piano and Piano Elective (for enrolled flute
students) are also is offered at extra cost.
Performances: Students will have performance opportunities
in play-ins, noon recitals, and a final concert.
Housing: Students and teachers are encouraged to stay at
Dodd House on the Williams campus, which is conveniently located near
Bernhard Music Center where classes take place and to the center of
town. Because Williamstown is a sought after tourist location in the
summer Dodd House is usually the most cost effective choice as the fees
also include a delicious breakfast and dinner each day at the Dodd
House or in a nearby dining hall where all participants, teacher
trainees, and faculty can gather during meals. Motels are also
available in the area usually at higher cost and should be booked early
in the season.
All students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Every Child Can — Suzuki
Philosophy for Parents and Teachers! [Download Application]
Unique in its approach to early childhood learning, the
Suzuki pedagogy uses the "learning tripod" (teacher, student and
parent) as the essential element in its success. The essence of
successful parent education is equipping the parent with enough tools
(Suzuki philosophy, child psychology, music pedagogy, as well as games,
tricks, and incentives) to help the Suzuki family overcome the various
hurdles that they will face during the course of musical study. Suzuki
pedagogy is more than instrumental study. It also provides valuable
tools to meet the challenges of school and helps develop life skills
such as concentration, self esteem, work ethic, and teamwork.
Course Description: An introduction to Dr. Suzuki's
philosophy and its application to Suzuki education, this course
provides an inspiring, in-depth look at the Suzuki approach to teaching
and listening. For teachers, ECC is the first required course in the
SAA Teacher Training Program.
Teacher
Training [Download
Application]
Teacher training will be offered for Books 1, 2
and 4. Book 1 participants are required to complete 28 hours of class
lecture over 8 days, as well as 15 hours of observation. Books 2 and 4
will be required to complete 15 hours of coursework and 8 hours of
observation. Teachers must complete Book 1 to register for Book 2 and
must complete both these book to register for Book 4.
Audition Requirements: Audition Requirements established by Suzuki
Association of the Americas (SAA) include a video to qualify as a
participant for book 1 teacher training. No audition is necessary for
ECC. If the applicant does not meet level requirements they may choose
to audit. Videotape applications are due 8 weeks in advance of the
Institute. For detailed information on audition requirements: [Audition Requirements]
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