Suzuki Music Academy of Hong Kong

"Music Exists for the purpose of growing an admirable heart" ~Shinichi Suzuki

Reflections from the Performers: Oliver and Roger, Book 3 Recital

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On Saturday, 18 May, Oliver and Roger gave their Book 3 Recital. Here are their thoughts about the experience.

~from Roger

Over the course of these few months, me and my partner(Oliver) have been preparing for our annual book 3 recital, where we graduate from our books, in this case book 3, and move on to explore and learn new pieces to play in book 4. In order to get ready for this performance in the academy, we have prepared “Crossover Lessons”, where either of us would go to each others lessons to first discuss who would be doing what, call back our long memories fragments of pieces, learn a few extra duets and practice daily until we thought they were the best that we could make do for the program. Unfortunately, some of the lessons that we were supposed to attend were canceled, mostly because one of us was sick at the time and the other forgot to attend the lesson at all. But, surprisingly, we still managed to pull of a good recital.

~ from Oliver

Within a few months, my partner (Roger) and I worked together to prepare for our Annual Book Recital. The hardest part in the early stages was deciding who was going to play which piece. I think Roger and I handled it quite well as we decided to have Roger choose which he wants in the first two songs and I chose within the second two. To get ready for our duet pieces, we had to find a time in our classes to get together to practice. I, being the forgetful person I am, forgot about it twice. But we found time to make up for it and practised our pieces and duets. During that class we polished our duets and have the opportunity to play together instead of by ourselves at home. Practicing together allowed us to figure out how loud we should play or fix our timing. All in all, I think we managed to do a great recital and I am very proud of Roger and my work.

A Visit to the Home of Loving Faithfulness

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by Students of MusiCares

Some of the MusiCares Outreach team began their Chinese New Year Holiday with a visit to the Home of Loving Faithfulness. Here are their reflections

The trip to the disabled home was an interesting experience. Our audience had physical and/or mental disabilities, and sometimes did weird movements. The staff is very hospitable, offering us a wide variety of refreshments.We learned a lot about the mission of the place. Thank you, Home of Loving Faithfulness for having us!

I thought this was a very nice and interesting experience, because we could play violin for the disabled people and I really enjoyed it.

I liked seeing how happy some of the disabled people were when they got to hear our music. Also the helpers seemed very passionate about their job.

I liked that we got to see an exclusive tour of the place. It really shows the history, how old it is, and how dedicated they are to their job.

I like that the people were really happy to listen unlike some centres where people don’t care. The staff were very enthusiastic and it shows how they enjoyed it.

I liked in the end I heard our violin music being played on a radio. I also liked how nice the helpers were, offering us snacks too.

Intermezzo! – REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED!

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Summer Send-Off Camp for all Instrsz_caroline_2015_3rumentalists!

We are excited to announce that from 14-23 August, 2016, Intermezzo! will bring together cello, piano, viola and violin students from KSMA and HKSMI, along with the faculties of both schools, and guest teachers from around the world.

Renowned Guest Faculty

In addition to the highly regarded faculties of both KSMA and HKSMI, we are excited to welcome guest artist faculty:

Caroline Fraser is returning for a second summer to work with KSMA piano students.   In addition, Miss Caroline is now authorised through the Asia Regional Suzuki Association to offer teacher training in our region.  We are thrilled that she is able to stay long enough to offer Unit 1 piano training for pianists who are interested in beginning their journey to becoming Suzuki Piano teachers!

Although this may be the first opportunity for most of our students to meet him in person, many of our cello students will already have “met” Richard Mooney through his books such as Position Pieces for Cello. We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Rick to Hong Kong to work with our cello students, as well as to offer Unit 1 cello teacher training.

Also a welcome and familiar face to students at both KSMA and HKSMI, Mark Mutter will be coming to work with our violin and viola students.   In addition, Mr. Mark will teach both our foundation unit  Where Love is Deep – open to all parents, teacher trainees, and other interested people – as well as teaching the Unit 1 training course to violinists and violists who would like to become Suzuki teachers.

 

A Variety of Classes

Over 5 days,  students will have a daily instrument-specific group class, as well as a class in Dalcroze Eurythmics.  In addition, depending upon age and level appropriateness, students may also participate in fiddling, note reading, musicianship, chamber music, orchestra and other classes.

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Masterclasses, where 4 (Book 1), 3 (Books 2-4) or 2 (Books 5 & above) students and their parents come together for individual instruction,  are available on a first-come, first-served basis.  Students registering for masterclasses will be grouped with the same student/parent teams for a one hour session on two separate days during the camp.

Highly Motivating

Intermezzo! will be a highly motivating way to end the summer and jump start families’ enthusiasm for the new school year!   Students and parents will enjoy spending time together, learning, making music, and having fun!

Parents may register to attend Where Love is Deep and for a special parent seminar, as well as attending classes with their children.

Student  Classes  Tuesday, 16 – Saturday, 20 August

On Tuesday through Friday, student classes will be be scheduled beginning after lunch.    Masterclasses for students who have not yet gone back to school will be scheduled in the early afternoon;  group classes for all students, and masterclasses for students who have returned to school, will be scheduled in the late afternoon and evening.

rsz_caroline_2015_1   Teacher Training Opportunities

In addition to the student workshop, we will be offering Teacher Training for individuals who are interested in learning how to be Suzuki teachers.   The required introductory class, Where Love is Deep (WLID), is open to all interested adults, not just instrumentalists wanting to pursue teacher training in Suzuki Talent Education.     We will offer Unit 1 training in cello, piano and violin for qualified musicians.

Training Dates:

  • Where Love is Deep                      Sunday, 14 August
  • Cello and Violin Unit 1                 Monday, 15 August – Monday, 22 August
  • Piano Unit 1                                   Wednesday, 17 August – Tuesday, 23 August

There are still spaces available for students.   Register today to get in on the fun!

Applications and auditions for cello, piano and violin Unit 1 training are required by the Interim Asia Region Suzuki Organization to be processed by 14 July.   Audition videos cannot be accepted after 1 July, 2016 in order to allow for processing.

 

 

 

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