HOW TO JOIN STEP
1.     Attend a parent orientation meeting.
2.     Visit group classes to observe teachers working with students.
3.     Observe individual faculty members teaching private lessons.
4.     Choose a private lesson teacher for your child.
5.     Join the group classes when your teacher indicates the student is ready.
IN THE SUZUKI TALENT EDUCATION OF PASADENA (STEP) MUSIC PROGRAM, children may begin studying as young as three years old, given developmental maturity and ability to work with a parent in the home learning environment. We would be happy to discuss your child’s readiness for formal music instruction and how to prepare him or her
for lessons.
 
IDEALLY, a family will attend a Parent Orientation Meeting before making a commitment to STEP. If you wish to start your child in the program prior to attending an orientation meeting, you must be taking private lessons with a STEP faculty member and have the recommendation of your teacher. However, you will be expected to attend the next scheduled parent orientation.
 
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION and upcoming parent orientation dates, please e-mail any of the teachers listed on the "Teachers" page.

CURRICULUM

Parent Orientation Meeting
  • One meeting attendance required
  • Introduces parents to the STEP philosophy and music program
  • Parents only please
Private Lessons
  • Private lessons are scheduled individually with a STEP faculty member
  • Private lessons take place at teachers’ individual studios
Group Classes
  • Student must be taking private lessons with a STEP faculty member
  • Classes include:
    • Repertoire Classes
    • Recital Time
    • Theory Classes
    • Orchestra
    • Performances and Tours
  • Time: Mondays from 4:00pm-6:45pm
  • Location of group classes:
                San Marino Congregational Church
                2560 Huntington Drive
                ​San Marino, CA 91108

Group Performances
  • Several performances are held throughout the year at various locations, including:
    • Disneyland
    • Home Concerts
    • Retirement Centers
    • Paseo Colorado

WHAT IS THE SUZUKI METHOD?

1.     Begin as early as possible.
2.     Move in small steps.
3.     One parent should attend lessons.
4.     Listen daily to recordings.
5.     Arrange private lessons with your teacher.
6.     Group lessons are held Monday evenings.
7.     Beginning focus: beautiful tone, accurate intonation and musical phrasing.
8.     Foster an attitude of cooperation instead of competition.
9.     Create an enjoyable learning environment.