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.
Love it! How exciting for both of them! It looks like they are really enjoying it! How fun!
ReplyDeleteI started Suzuki when I was 5 and played through college. It's wonderful ear training, but your girls already seem very musical!
ReplyDeleteI 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)
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I'll keep checking in with you--Kendra