Suzuki String School of Guelph
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GCL1111 | Last Modified: 05 Oct 2020 | Last Full Update: 27 Jul 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CV19 ; SSSG |
| Website | www.guelphsuzukistrings.ca |
| Social Media |    |
| Primary Contact | Lynda Hester, Administrator; Phone: 519-821-2890 ext 1; Email: sssg@artset.net |
| Alternate Contact | Paule Barsalou, Artistic Director; Phone: 519-836-3798 * 519-994-8943; Email: paule@artset.net |
| Primary Executive | Marius Pop, Vice-Chair; Phone: 905-854-3855; Email: marius.f.pop@gmail.com |
| Description (Site) | Guelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC) |
| Located In Community | Guelph |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | London Rd and Cardigan St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Description & Services | |
| Description (Agency) | Promotes the healthy growth and character development of children through the study, practice and performance of music. Builds a musical connection between child, parent, teacher and the community, supporting the idea that every child can participate and flourish through a musical community. |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 Update: In-person lessons (at GYMC) and online lessons through ZOOM; public health protocols are in place. Instruction in violin, viola (also available in French) and cello for children using the Suzuki philosophy * flexible approach customized to each child * group and private lessons * parents are involved in the lessons and practice with their child at home * group performances and demonstrations for community, church and school groups Orff-Suzuki Music Moves program provides early childhood music classes * curriculum is customized to address developmental needs of each age group **Private lessons in violin and viola also available in Cambridge |
| Hours | Hours vary * private lessons offered Mon-Fri * group lessons offered Sat mornings |
| Dates | Sep-Jun |
| Areas Served | Guelph - and area |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and under Children and youth, starting between ages 0-6 years, may continue to 18 years Suzuki Early Childhood Education (SECE) for ages 0-3 years |
| Application | Download application form on website to reserve a place on waiting list * prior to registration, parent and child must observe a minimum of five lessons |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | Program - vary by program ; Call administrator for details. Bursaries available after one year of study Subsidies may also be obtained through Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington |
| Time-Limited Events | Snowflake Concert (Dec); Spring Concert (May); Student Recitals throughout the year; Faculty Concert |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity |
| Established | 1972 |
| Funding | Fundraising ; Fees |
| Elections | AGM and elections in Oct |
| Subjects | |
| Service Categories | Music Instruction ~ Children ; Music Instruction ~ Infants/Toddlers ; Music Instruction ~ Youth |
