teacher resume and studio information

Suzuki Flute Lessons in Fredericksburg, Virginia
with Kim Milai
 

lessons can start as young as age three

students learn to play with beautiful tone and expression

students are encouraged to attend group playing activities

lessons cultivate a love of music and joy in the experience of playing

 
My Private Studio

TWO LOCATIONS!

 
Roberson's Music



Overview of the Suzuki Method

Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, a Japanese violinist and teacher, founded a music education movement in the 1950's based on the premise that all children are born with musical ability. The Suzuki approach is modeled after the way young children learn to communicate in their native language. Suzuki believed in the high potential of every human being, not just those seemingly gifted. The result is a child blossoming in their ability to play music from an early age with proper posture, hand and arm positioning and modeling beautiful tone and musical expression in their playing.  Contrary to what some people think, reading music is an important part of the Suzuki method and is facilitated later on in the lessons after book one.

Suzuki Studio

Parents are in integral part of the lesson experience. Parents are directly involved with their child's lesson and practice at home. I understand that this requires a parent’s special commitment to the whole process.  Practice needs to be playful and kept positive. I can help you if you need ideas on how to implement positive practice at home. Your child will be supplied with a sticker sheet to help keep track of what they practice. My personal experience is that it's better to pick up the instrument every day or at least 5 days a week, even if it's only for a few minutes as opposed to playing the instrument for a longer period only once or twice during the week.

The Suzuki Method works in developing the child's expertise in their instrument in a natural way, very similar to learning a language. The child is focused on what they hear, and the mechanics of the instrument. This process starts slowly and repetition plays an important part.  

The philosophy includes developing the child's humanity along with their musical prowess . Our time together is structured to include bowing and respecting each other before, during and after the lesson. I encourage their students to do or say something nice during the lesson.

Suzuki and the Flute

Just as there are different size violins for students of different age and size, there is a flute designed for the student from age 3-10 years that keeps the shoulders and arms in a relaxed position for playing. These flutes have what is called a 'curved headjoint'  and can be rented or purchased.  Some flutes come with both a curved and standard headjoint so you won't have to purchase an additional flute.