Edmonton Suzuki Strings (ESS) is a coalition of independent Suzuki string instructors/teachers (violin and viola instructors) who work together to create an exceptional learning environment for students and their families by offering:

Core Suzuki program:

Supplemental program:

  • Early childhood education programming
  • Fiddle group classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced players
  • A variety of workshops, including workshops focused on world music, Indigenous and Metis music, Canadian popular music, and ear training
  • Ensemble classes, focused on team building and working collaboratively
  • Parent orientation / parent programming / parent classes
  • Student-to-student and teacher-to-teacher mentorship programs
  • Touring opportunities for students
  • Online student and teaching resources, such as videos, games and tutorials

These opportunities, coupled with private lessons, reflect the Suzuki teaching philosophy and provide a nurturing environment that emphasizes cooperation, encouragement, listening, daily practice, learning with others, parental involvement, and self-expression through music.