Faith and Gracia started violin lessons this summer with Paula, a Suzuki instructor. The girls love going to Paula's house for lessons, and love learning about the violin, although they sometimes have a hard time containing all their energy and focusing. Fortunately, Paula is wonderfully patient. Here are a few snapshots of our lesson today. Faith is wearing a blue t-shirt and Gracia is in a red dress.
Faith and Paula plucking strings
Faith and Paula plucking strings
Gracia bowing a song for Paula (one she is making up)and holding her violin in rest position.
Suzuki method teaches children to bow for their teacher or audience after playing.
3 comments:
Love it! How exciting for both of them! It looks like they are really enjoying it! How fun!
I started Suzuki when I was 5 and played through college. It's wonderful ear training, but your girls already seem very musical!
I feel bad because I haven't even taken my fiddle out of the case since Gloria was born. Every time I'm back in Austin and run into my teacher I feel immense guilt!!! Glad they are enjoying lessons!:)
Hey Cousin!! I've been reading your Blog and LOVE to hear about your family. I just started one to if you ever want to check it out! :0)
http://4boys1girl-kchiolis.blogspot.com
I'll keep checking in with you--Kendra
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