Resources

Somer Streed Library

• Materials available for check out from Suzuki School library.

Practice Charts

• weekly chart
• weekly chart for beginner's (violin & viola, can be adapted for other instruments)
• 100 Day Chart

Articles of interest

• Check points for parents
• Dear Beginning (Suzuki) Parent
• How to help your child at home
• How to help your child at lesson
• How to practice
• Levels of preparedness (check list for learning a new piece)
• Making Practice Positive
• Practice Activity Suggestions for Young Beginners
• Practice tips and ideas for parents #5
• Practice tips and ideas for parents #6
• Practice tips and ideas for parents #7
• Practice tips and ideas for parents #8
• Practice tips and ideas for parents #12
• Practice tips and ideas for parents #14
• Practice tips and ideas for parents #18
• Practicing
• Random Observations of a Suzuki Mom
• Speaking Positively
• What is Talent Education (also known as the Suzuki Method)?
• Perlman on practicing

Links to Resources

• For more Suzuki information
• For local concert information
  • Waterloo Cedar Falls Symphony 
  • Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center]
  • UNI School of Music 
• Music Sites of interest
  • http://www.mrfiddle.com
  • http://www.sheilascorner.com
  • http://www.SFSKids.com

String Instrument Dealers, Repairs & Supplies

Obtaining an instrument: Instruments may be rented, leased, or purchased from any of the following dealers. Generally, they also carry any music or accessories you may need. You may also check the website forum for instruments for sale by our families. Always consult with your teacher when considering purchasing an instrument and change size of instrument only upon their recommendation.

Instrument repairs: Do not attempt repairs yourself. Your teacher can make minor adjustments and advise you about the nature of the repairs needed. Most instrument dealers offer this service and advice and have qualified repair personnel working for them to handle the more serious repairs.

West Music -- 6322 University Ave., Cedar Falls, IA 50613

• (319) 277-1000
• all instruments, wind instrument repairs, supplies and music

Becker Fine Stringed Instruments- -- 6567 University Ave., Des Moines, IA 50324

• (800) 335-9440
• string instruments, repairs and supplies

Reck Violin Shop -- Clocktower Plaza, 1801 2nst. Suite 130, Coralville, IA 52241

• (319)351-8374
• string instruments, repairs and supplies

Schultz Strings--1190 Twist Town Rd, Cedar Rapids, 52402

• (844) 443-6159
• string instruments, sale & rental, bows, supplies