Information for Current Students
Mark Your Calendars! Studio Recital May 16, 2026
Our Spring Recital will be held on May 16, 2026 at Music Lab in South Minneapolis
Group Lesson Schedule
Group lessons are held at my home studio in North Minneapolis
Schedule
Twinklers & Early Book 1 - 2:00-2:30 PM
Later Book 1 and Book 2 - 2:45-3:15 PM
Group classes will supplement your private lessons with opportunities to explore other music, play games, and learn the joys of playing music in an ensemble. Parents should attend and take notes, and may be asked to assist our youngest musicians.
Review Schedule
Media Resources for Students & Families
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All Students
Suzuki Recordings
Suzuki BooksFiddling
Fiddlers Philharmonic & Fiddlers Philharmonic Encore!, Andrew H. Dabczynski & Bob Phillips
Beginner Reading
I Can Read Music, Joanne MartinEtude & Scale Books
Scales for Advanced Violinists, Barbara Barber
Opus 3. 40 Variations, Sevcik -
Nurtured by Love, Dr. Shinichi Suzuki
Building Violin Skills, Edmund Sprunger
Additional Playing Opportunties for Students
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American Suzuki Institute - Stevens Point, Wisconsin | July 19 - August 31, 2026
GTCYS (Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies) - Audition by May 19
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She Rock She Rock Girls Rock ‘n Roll Retreat
for students or siblings who play or are interested in learning guitar, electric bass, keyboards, drums, or rock vocalsGrass Seeds Academy - a three day bluegrass band camp for kids
Instrument Purchases, Accessories, and Repairs
While there are several excellent violin shops in the Twin Cities, House of Note is my go-to for all violin purchase and repair needs. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, with a large supply of fine instruments, accessories, and music.