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The Suzuki Approach to Instrumental Teaching

The Suzuki Method is based on the principle that all children learn to speak their own language and that other skills can be taught to them in the same natural way. It is also known as the ‘mother tongue method’.

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Making kids musical – how the Kodály approach benefits everyone from babies to teenagers

The enormous benefits of a good music education are well-recognised, but very few music groups truly develop the key musical skills of a child to a high level while still maintaining enjoyment. But it can be done. The Szilvay Foundation, a charity founded by Dr Géza Szilvay 35 years ago, has been teaching young children using the Colourstrings approach, based on educational principles laid down by the Hungarian composer and educator Zoltán Kodály. The approach has been widely praised by music professionals around the world.

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