2022 ELECTIVES
These courses will be offered Monday through Thursday at 11:00-11:50 am unless otherwise noted. Class sizes will vary between 15 and 25, depending on the class. Enrollment will be open on a first-come, first-served basis. All classes cost $65.
NEW! - Kid's Yoga (ages 7-12): Yoga allows for both physical movement and relaxation - something essential for budding musicians! Yoga mat required.
NEW! Japanese Journey (Ages 8-18): Discover some of the rich culture and traditions of Dr. Suzuki's homeland. Open to all students.
NEW! Artist's Imagination (Ages 7-12): Use your imagination and expand your artistic skills through the visual arts. Students will participate in daily hands-on projects such as collaging, drawing, and creating mandalas. Open to all students.
Fiddling for Violinists: (violin students who can play Etude and beyond, ages 8-18). Join fiddler and ASI faculty member Lisa Deakins as you learn a variety of fiddling techniques and tunes! Expand your fiddling knowledge and have a great time, with different skills included for every level. Ms. Lisa lives in South Carolina and has performed with country greats Pam Tillis and Whisperin' Bill Anderson.
NEW! - Fiddling for Violas and Cellos (Perpetual Motion and beyond, ages 8-18): You don't have to play violin to fiddle! Viola and cello students will join fiddler Derek Deakins as they learn fiddle tunes with bluesy licks and have a lot of fun! The class will also include components of bluegrass history, characteristics of fiddle music, and much more! Suzuki students are natural fiddlers, and there is something for everyone in this class, from beginning fiddlers to seasoned players. Week 2 only.
NEW! Youth Choir (all insruments, ages 7-12) Make music with your very first instrument - your voice!
NEW! Modern Dance (all instruments, ages 9-18): Put your creative thinking into motion through the language of dance. No previous dance experience required
Taekwondo is an exciting sport and the fastest-growing martial art in the world. Master Steve Decker will be leading an awesome opportunity to learn some basic Taekwondo skills and show you the martial art he has practiced and lived for over 20 years. For all instruments and (Ages 6-10). No prior experience is necessary. Certificates will be given to all enrollees.