About
I’m Sylvia, and I’ve been a violin and piano teacher for the last 15 years. I specialize in using the Suzuki method, which teaches children how to learn music in the same natural way they learn to speak their native language. My students participate in youth orchestras, all-state, talent shows, and local competitions, and have performed as a group in Chattanooga, Atlanta, Callaway Gardens, and at local events and retirement homes. I teach all ages so if you or your child is interested in lessons please feel free to send me a message! You can see what my studio has been up to lately here: https://m.facebook.com/sylviasuzukistudio/
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What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I grew up studying the violin and piano, and began teaching privately in 2007. In 2012 I began to become serious about teaching as a career and took violin and piano pedagogy classes at Columbus State University's Schwob School of Music. In 2015 after nannying for a family that took Suzuki lessons, I became very interested in the method nad took two years of Suzuki training at the Cleveland Institute of Music. I'm now a fully registered Suzuki teacher and have a master's from CIM in violin performance and Suzuki pedagogy.
I believe teachers are never done learning either, so I've continued to educate myself as a teacher through programs like the Music Inspire Africa and the Global Leaders Program, which gave me the opportunity to travel, teach students from other cultures, and engage with international teachers. This summer I'm looking forward to continuing my education as part of the Musaid program in Kolkata, India where I will be teaching and performing alongside musicians of the Kolkata Symphony.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$30/30 minute lesson
$45/45 minute lesson
$60/60 minute lesson
$10 travel fee may apply
Financial aid and scholarships available
How did you get started teaching?
My mom taught violin, so I grew up watching her teach. It felt natural to begin teaching my own students.
What types of students have you worked with?
I work with all ages and levels. My youngest student is 4 years old and my oldest is almost 70!