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To Learn with Love: A Companion for Suzuki Parents
Practice, motivation, learning, nutrition, competition, and family lifestyles are a few of the topics discussed by these experienced teachers, performers, and parents. To Learn with Love is treasured as a handbook by many Suzuki parents!
244 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 1983
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William Starr
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February 10, 2011
Can't say I have read every single word of it but I am done with the book for now.
I like Suzuki idea of teaching and learning. Comparing to the tiger mom's approach, Suzuki method works on inspiring the children to learn rather than manipulating them into doing whatever parents see fit for the children. My son is learning Suzuki way. What I can witness is that both of us enjoy learning and have a great time together.
This book comes with its advantages. I use it as a tool box because the authors were frank about what worked for them and what didn't work for them. The tools can't be viewed as universal of course. They were professional musicians, must of us are not. In addition to that, every child is different: what worked with theirs may not work with ours. These are always good things to try at the beginning.
What I also take home from this book are some general philosophies reflected in their approaches. Joy is the power house behind the hard work and dedication into learning. When musical training is a priority in life, many things make way to it. Parental involvement is very important in young children in that sense. When they see parents enjoy their learning, they are inspired to learn. When parents set high expectations, they thrive to reach them.
Some parts of the book are not very suitable to readers in our time. I think it is alright.
Over all, highly recommend this book to all the parents with children learning Suzuki instruments. Also to anyone who are not. Learning is hard but it doesn't have to suffer.
Keep your faith in the journey, enjoy!
I like Suzuki idea of teaching and learning. Comparing to the tiger mom's approach, Suzuki method works on inspiring the children to learn rather than manipulating them into doing whatever parents see fit for the children. My son is learning Suzuki way. What I can witness is that both of us enjoy learning and have a great time together.
This book comes with its advantages. I use it as a tool box because the authors were frank about what worked for them and what didn't work for them. The tools can't be viewed as universal of course. They were professional musicians, must of us are not. In addition to that, every child is different: what worked with theirs may not work with ours. These are always good things to try at the beginning.
What I also take home from this book are some general philosophies reflected in their approaches. Joy is the power house behind the hard work and dedication into learning. When musical training is a priority in life, many things make way to it. Parental involvement is very important in young children in that sense. When they see parents enjoy their learning, they are inspired to learn. When parents set high expectations, they thrive to reach them.
Some parts of the book are not very suitable to readers in our time. I think it is alright.
Over all, highly recommend this book to all the parents with children learning Suzuki instruments. Also to anyone who are not. Learning is hard but it doesn't have to suffer.
Keep your faith in the journey, enjoy!
September 29, 2007
This is a wonderful book written by two Suzuki teachers and parents. They raised EIGHT children in the Suzuki method, most with multiple instruments, and many of whom have become teachers themselves. What is amazing to me, then, is their down-to-earth, compassionate attitude. They are realistic about their expectations, gently challenging the reader but also sympathizing with the demands of modern life. If you're curious about Suzuki philosophy, but don't want to wade through Dr. Suzuki's poorly-translated memoirs, this is the book for you!
January 2, 2014
I thought it was an extremely helpful book. I really wish that I've read it earlier - before Julia started playing the guitar. I think I would have been a much better supporter and teacher. The book was full of practical suggestions, of frank acknowledgment of one's imperfections as a parent, and full of the authors' love of music and children. I only hope that I can implement a lot of their lessons!
September 30, 2013
Very good. Broad range. Full of details.
May 30, 2014
suzuki method for a western family. very good book.
September 19, 2013
Beautiful book on working with children.
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