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Suzuki Strings Handbook
2018 - 2019
Table of Contents
2018 - 2019 Suzuki Academic Year Calendar
Suzuki Administration
Concert Dates
Group Class Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/22/2018)
Suzuki Orchestra Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/22/2018)
Suzuki Spring Workshop (updated 8/22/2018)
Chamber Music Recital Dates (updated 8/23/2018)
Suzuki Achievement Days (updated 8/22/2018)
Suzuki Solo Recital Dates (updated 8/22/2018)
Suzuki Seniors Recital
CMEA Regional Dates (updated 8/22/2018)
Connecticut Youth Symphony Concerts (updated 8/22/2018)
General Information
Community Division Office Hours and Phone Numbers
Contacting Community Division Faculty
Parking at Hartt and the UUC
Cell Phone/Computer-Free Zone in All Lessons and Groups
Program-Specific Attendance/Absence
School Closings
UUC Notes and Reminders
Suzuki Information
Suzuki Philosophy
Suzuki Association of the Americas – Parent Membership
Private Lessons
Hartt Suzuki Program Private Lesson Expectations
Attendance Policy
Solo Recitals
“Practice with Frank”
Solo Recital Performance Attire
Achievement Days Performances
Suzuki Group Class/Orchestra Schedule 2018-19
Cello Groups
Guitar Groups
Orchestra
Viola Groups
Violin Groups
Group Class Concert Dates
1
Hartt Suzuki Group Class Program Student Expectations
General
Classes
Performances
Group Class Dates
Attendance Policy
Concert Admission
Performance Attire (Mandatory)
Pre-Twinkle through Intermezzo Group Classes and Orchestras
Vivace, Aria & Opus Group Classes/Orchestra Uniforms
Suzuki String Orchestras
Personnel:
Program Description:
Rehearsal Schedule
Rehearsal Dates
Performances
Membership
Performance Attire
Requirements
Attendance Policy
Withdrawal Policy
Expectations
Rehearsals
Concert Admission
22018 - 2019 Suzuki Academic Year Calendar
3Suzuki Administration
Teri Einfeldt, Department Chair
Alexandra Hadden, Violin Coordinator and Administrative Assistant
Melinda Daetsch, Viola Coordinator
Blake Brasch, Lower Strings Coordinator
David Madsen, Guitar Coordinator
Emmett Drake, Orchestra Director
Samantha Drake & Christie Felsing, Achievement Days Co-Coordinators
Christie Felsing, Blake & Reagan Brasch, Workshop Coordinators
The Hartt School Community Division
200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117
Hartt Community Division Office (860) 768-4451
Email: harttcomm@hartford.edu
Suzuki Administration Email: harttsuzu@hartford.edu
Concert Dates
Group Class Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/22/2018)
January 13, 2019 12:00 pm Lincoln Theater Guitar Groups
3:00 pm Violin, Viola and Cello
May 11, 2019 10:00 am Lincoln Theater Guitar Groups
12:00 pm Lincoln Theater Cello Groups
4:00 pm Lincoln Theater Viola Groups
6:00 pm Lincoln Theater Violin Groups
Suzuki Orchestra Concert Dates* Tickets are required for these events. (updated 8/22/2018)
December 9, 2018 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater All Suzuki Orchestras
May 4, 2019 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater All Suzuki Orchestras
*Suzuki Orchestra and Group Class Concerts require general admission tickets. Tickets are free of
charge and may be reserved online at www.harttweb.hartford.edu or by calling the University Box Office at
(860) 768-4228. The Box Office, located in the lobby of Lincoln Theater, is open Monday through Friday from
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets may be requested up to six weeks in advance and are also available at the door
beginning one hour prior to each event. All persons regardless of age require a ticket for entrance; this
includes lap infants and toddlers. We recommend reserving tickets in advance to prevent disappointment.
**Families will receive a link for pre-sales, families are allowed 3 tickets through the ticket pre-sale. There is no
limit during open sales.
4Suzuki Spring Workshop (updated 8/22/2018)
March 15, 2019 3:00 - 8:00 pm UUC Student Masterclasses
March 16, 2019 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Hartt School Student Sessions
March 17, 2019 9:00 - 6:00 pm Hartt, Rm 410 Teacher Session;
Student Sessions
Chamber Music Recital Dates (updated 8/23/2018)
January 15, 2019 (Tue) 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles
January 19, 2019 (Sat) 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles
January 20, 2019 (Sun) 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles
May 26, 2019 (Tue) 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles
June 1, 2019 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles
June 2, 2019 3:30, 5:30, and 7:30 pm Berkman Select Ensembles
Suzuki Achievement Days (updated 8/22/2018)
May 13 - 17, 2018 (M - F) UUC Special Schedule TBA
May 18, 2018 (SAT) Hartt, Rm TBA Special Schedule TBA
Suzuki Solo Recital Dates (updated 8/22/2018)
Note that a recital will take place only if a sufficient number of students are available to perform.
October 13, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss
5:00 pm
October 14, 2018 (Sun) 3:30 pm Room 21
5:00 pm
November 17, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss
5:00 pm
December 1, 2018 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss
5:00 pm
December 2, 2018 (Sun) 2:30 pm Room 21
4:00 pm
January 19, 2019 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss
5:00 pm
5February 2, 2019 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss
5:00 pm
February 3, 2019 (Sun) 3:30 pm Room 21
5:00 pm
March 9, 2019 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss
5:00 pm
March 10, 2019 (Sun) 3:30 pm Room 21
5:00 pm
April 13, 2019 (Sat) 3:30 pm Bliss
5:00 pm
May 5, 2019 (Sun) 2:30 pm Room 21
4:00 pm
May 12, 2019 (Sun) 2:30 pm Room 21
4:00 pm
June 2, 2019 (Sun) 3:30 pm Room 21
5:00 pm
Suzuki Seniors Recital
April 28, 2019 7:30 pm Berkman Auditorium Graduating Seniors
CMEA Regional Dates (updated 8/22/2018)
Northern Region Middle School Adjudication Date January 12, 2019
Festival Dates March 22 - 23, 2019
Northern Region High School Adjudication Date November 3, 2018
Festival Dates January 18 - 19, 2019
Eastern Region Middle School Adjudication Date November 3, 2018
Festival Dates March 8 - 9, 2019
Eastern Region High School Adjudication Date November 10, 2018
Festival Dates January 4 - 5, 2019
Southern Region Middle School Adjudication Date December 1, 2018
Festival Dates March 1 - 2, 2019
Southern Region High School Adjudication Date November 17, 2018
Festival Dates January 11 - 12, 2019
6Western Region Middle School Adjudication Date December 1, 2018
Festival Dates March 15 - 16, 2019
Western Region High School Adjudication Date November 10, 2018
Festival Dates January 11 - 12, 2019
All-State Festival Adjudication Date February 2, 2019
Festival Dates April 11 - 13, 2019
Connecticut Youth Symphony Concerts (updated 8/22/2018)
December 16, 2018 (Sun) 7:30 pm Millard Auditorium
March 22, 2019 (Fri) 7:30 pm Millard Auditorium
March 23, 2019 (Sat) 7:30 pm Millard Auditorium
May 5, 2019 (Sat) 2:00 pm Lincoln Theater
General Information
Community Division Office Hours and Phone Numbers
Regular School Year Office Hours – September-May
Monday-Thursday 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday Closed
General Information: (860) 768-4451
Office Email: harttcomm@hartford.edu
Web Address: hartford.edu/hcd
Contacting Community Division Faculty
Please ask your private lesson and group class teachers how they would prefer for you to get in touch with
them. Each teacher runs his/her studio a little differently, so you should find out what works best for him/her.
General questions about the Suzuki program should be directed to Alexandra Hadden, Suzuki administrator, at
harttsuzu@hartford.edu.
Messages for Teri Einfeldt, the Suzuki Program Director, can be sent to einfeldt@hartford.edu.
Parking at Hartt and the UUC
University of Hartford
Parking for our families having lessons/orchestra at the University of Hartford is available in Lot D.
In Lot D, please remember to park in regular spaces (i.e. not in faculty parking, visitor parking, commuter
parking marked with red lines, or at the end of rows in unmarked areas). Public Safety will ticket cars that are
7not parked properly and/or cars that are not registered. Parents will be given directions by email in order to
login to their University account and register your vehicle(s) on campus. Car registrations will be valid for one
year, from September through August. In addition, please do not park in the designated drop-off/pick-up area
in front the Community Division office on the campus road.
Universalist Unitarian Church Parking
Parking is located in the lot behind the church. Please only park in designated spaces. We realize that some
days parking is extremely difficult. If the lot is full, you may find convenient street parking adjacent to the
Church, or across the street on side streets. Please make every effort to cross the street safely with your child
when parking on side streets. Failure to park in designated parking will result in your vehicle being towed at
your expense.
Cell Phone/Computer-Free Zone in All Lessons and Groups
Turn off your cell phones, computers, and other devices with a screen. Your child(ren) and teachers need
your undivided attention, and you need a break from multi-tasking. Your child will learn the value of what
he/she is doing when you view it as an important enough activity not to allow interruptions. Don’t let your child
catch you on your phone!
Program-Specific Attendance/Absence
General
No refunds will be given for classes/lessons missed by students.
Private Lessons
Students will receive makeup lessons for unplanned school closures and teacher absences. Teachers are not
obligated to make up lessons or classes missed by students. Students are responsible for reserving their
regularly scheduled lesson time during make-up weeks for teacher/weather related absences unless the
teacher releases the student from those times. In lieu of one lesson each academic year, students in the
Suzuki department participate in an Achievement Day evaluation program.
Group Classes and Orchestras
No refunds or makeups will be issued for student absence. Some ensembles and group classes have more
specific policies regarding attendance; please consult relevant handbooks.
School Closings
Cancellation information will be announced on the Community Division home page and via email (if you are
signed up for our newsletter). Please note that the Hartt Community Division will no longer notify radio and
television stations of any closings. However, the University of Hartford may notify these stations independently
of the HCD.
When the University of Hartford or any satellite of the Community Division is closed due to holidays or
inclement weather, all lessons and activities at that site are canceled.
Additionally, the Community Division may choose to cancel its activities for the day independent of a University
closure. Please be sure to check the HCD website for the most up to date information.
8Announcements will be posted by 1:00 p.m. on weekdays, 6:30 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays for morning
activities and by 1:00 p.m. for afternoon and evening activities. Additional notices will go out for special events
as needed.
If you are concerned about weather-related issues, please contact the Community Division:
● Main Campus office, (860) 768-4451
● Simsbury location, (860) 651-3570
● Dance Department, (860) 768-6000
Rescheduling of Activities
When the Community Division is officially closed, private lesson teachers will make up lessons. Families
should reserve their regularly scheduled time during the make-up week unless otherwise arranged.
Ensembles, classes, and other group activities are not made up.
UUC Notes and Reminders
Here are some reminders, and some updated information, to help us all navigate things at the UUC in a
successful manner.
Parking
We understand that it’s very difficult to tell where spaces are in the parking lot since the paint has mostly worn
away. The UUC is in the process of a study about the parking lot and how it could be most safely and
efficiently utilized. In the meantime, here are some guidelines to help us park effectively.
• The area in front of the glass-walled portico is a fire lane. Do not leave a car there without a driver.
• Parking spaces labeled “reserved” are just for church staff 24/7. Please do not use these for any reason.
• The reserved spaces are the closest spaces to the church building. Please DO NOT PARK closer to the
building than the reserved spaces. These are part of the fire lane and driveway.
• In the middle row of the parking lot, the “first” space should be even with the first reserved space. Please do
not park to the driver’s left of that spot as it impedes people from backing out of the spaces along the side.
There are about 50 parking spaces in the lot. During peak times, we could have as many as 75 families in the
building just for group classes and orchestras! This means that it will always be necessary for some people to
park on Fern St. or across the street on one of the perpendicular roads. Please allow extra time so that you
can park/walk safely.
Inside the church building
Please help your child(ren) to learn to walk in the hallways and rehearsal rooms.
The area available for cell phone use is by the bench near the nametags in the stairwell on the main level.
Please do not talk on your phone in any other area inside the building.
There are families who are at the church for many hours at a time, and it may be necessary to feed children
when they are there. Please make sure that:
• you do not use the kitchen facilities on either the main level or first floor
• you clean up after yourselves completely.
9There are no areas of the church which are available for practicing.
We do not have permission to use any of the rooms beyond those in which we are teaching.
Please do not allow your child(ren) to practice in any part of the hallway on any level of the building. Even
though we are mostly there after business hours, churches often have business at different times of day and
we don’t want to accidentally disrupt a meeting.
Suzuki Information
Suzuki Philosophy
As stated on the Suzuki Association of the Americas website: www.suzukiassociation.org:
Every Child Can Learn
More than fifty years ago, Japanese violinist Shinichi Suzuki realized the implications of the fact that children,
the world over, learn to speak their native language with ease. He began to apply the basic principles of
language acquisition to the learning of music, and called his method the mother-tongue approach. The ideas of
parent responsibility, loving encouragement, constant repetition, etc., are some of the special features of the
Suzuki approach.
Parent Involvement
As when a child learns to talk, parents are involved in the musical learning of their child. They attend lessons
with the child and serve as “home teachers” during the week. One parent often learns to play before the child
so that s/he understands what the child is expected to do. Parents work with the teacher to create an enjoyable
learning environment.
Early Beginning
The early years are crucial for developing mental processes and muscle coordination. Listening to music
should begin at birth; formal training may begin at age three or four, but it is never too late to begin.
Listening
Children learn words after hearing them spoken hundreds of times by others. Listening to music every day is
important, especially listening to pieces in the Suzuki repertoire so the child knows them immediately.
Repetition
Constant repetition is essential in learning to play an instrument. Children do not learn a word or piece of music
and then discard it. They add it to their vocabulary or repertoire, gradually using it in new and more
sophisticated ways.
Encouragement
As with language, the child’s effort to learn an instrument should be met with sincere praise and
encouragement. Each child learns at his/her own rate, building on small steps so that each one can be
mastered. Children are also encouraged to support each other’s efforts, fostering an attitude of generosity and
cooperation.
Learning with Other Children
In addition to private lessons, children participate in regular group lessons and performance at which they learn
from and are motivated by each other.
10Graded Repertoire
Children do not practice exercises to learn to talk, but use language for its natural purpose of communication
and self-expression. Pieces in the Suzuki repertoire are designed to present technical problems to be learned
in the context of the music rather than through dry technical exercises.
Delayed Reading
Children learn to read after their ability to talk has been well established. In the same way, children should
develop basic technical competence on their instruments before being taught to read music.
Suzuki Association of the Americas – Parent Membership
The Suzuki Association of the Americas is the official organization that provides vision and leadership as well
as organizational and financial support for all of its members throughout the North, Central and South America.
It is gratifying to take part in the work of this 35-year-old nonprofit association.
The Hartt Suzuki Program recommends that you consider joining the Suzuki Association of the Americas as
Associate Members. This relatively inexpensive yearly membership ($35) offers a number of opportunities and
resources that will significantly enhance your experience as Suzuki parents. Please consider becoming a
member of this worthwhile organization.
Advantages of membership in the Suzuki Association of the Americas include:
1. A subscription to the American Suzuki Journal, the official publication of the Suzuki Association of the
Americas. The Journal contains many helpful articles for parents. Sample titles include: “A Sound Investment:
Getting the Most for Your Time and Money;” “Measuring Your Child’s Success;” “Help for Parents;” “Help the
Children with Low Tolerance for Frustration;” and “So Your Child Won’t Practice.”
2. Access to important information about workshops and events that are featured in the American Suzuki
Journal.
3. Access to books, pamphlets, videos, etc. that provide valuable information about Suzuki Talent Education
and your role as parents.
4. Discounts for Sibelius® Software and SmartMusic® subscriptions.
5. Access to an online teacher referral service.
6. The opportunity to be part of something larger than merely your home studio; to become connected with a
worldwide family of parents, teachers and supporters of Suzuki Talent Education.
8. The opportunity to support an organization that enables your teacher to continue his/her education by
providing annual teacher training workshops and long term university training for college students, such as the
Graduate program we have at the University of Hartford.
9. The opportunity to support an organization that is constantly expanding its horizons: supporting new
programs, events and publications that improve the quality of the Suzuki experience for teachers and families
throughout North and South America.
Please consider becoming a member of this worthwhile organization.
Visit suzukiassociation.org for more information.
11Private Lessons
Hartt Suzuki Program Private Lesson Expectations
The Hartt Suzuki Program requires active and supportive parent participation; including mandatory
attendance at all lessons and a willingness to serve as the child's at-home teacher.
Parent Involvement
Suzuki involves a commitment of time and effort from parents!
The student and parent both attend lessons every week. In the private lesson, student, parent, and teacher
work together to help the child acquire the skills needed for the instrument. At lessons the parent observes and
takes notes to be sure the home practices support what is learned in the private lesson. During home practice,
the parent helps the child review and practice the material assigned.
Parents also provide the vital element of encouragement in Suzuki. When a young child first says “ma-ma,” our
reaction is one of pleasure. We never say, “Is that all you can say?” This basic truth is why family support is so
important. Positive encouragement keeps the child aiming high and working hard.
Listening
Listening to recordings every day creates a nurturing musical environment for a child. It is particularly important
to include Suzuki repertoire in daily listening; the child then becomes familiar with the pieces prior to learning
them by ear on the instrument. If your child is having trouble finding the notes to their pieces, play the
recording even more!
Repetition
Children do not learn a word and then discard it. They add it to their vocabulary by repetition and gradually
begin to use it in new and more sophisticated ways. The same is true of learning to play an instrument.
General
1. Students/Parents of the Hartt Suzuki Program are expected to attend all designated private lesson
dates listed on the 2018 - 2019 Calendar, or as arranged with your private instructor.
2. Students/Parents are expected to demonstrate behavior that will facilitate their learning. Specifically,
students are expected to be courteous, polite, and respectful of the teacher and parent.
3. Students/Parents are responsible to purchase in a timely manner and bring all materials necessary to
their lessons as specified by their teacher.
Lessons
1. Students should plan to have their instruments unpacked and be ready to begin each lesson with all
necessary materials before the lesson time is scheduled to start. This means getting to the lesson early
so that the student can wash their hands and/or use the facilities, and getting their instruments ready in
a calm manner independent of the parent. It is important for the student to have this transition time to
prepare him/herself for the lesson.
2. Students should enter the room quietly once invited by the teacher and go directly to the lesson spot. If
the student has written materials (etude books, note reading books, etc.) they should bring them to the
stand in anticipation of using them.
3. There should only be ONE TEACHER in the lesson. Sit back and enjoy watching your child(ren) learn.
If there is a time during the lesson that the parent feels they must interject. please wait for a natural
break in which to do so. Unless it’s critical, try to hold all questions for the few minutes at the end of the
lesson time. If the question is a complex one, perhaps wait for the next lesson and ask in the beginning
of the lesson or send your teacher an email during the week. Your instructor will attempt to save two to
12three minutes at the end of the child’s lesson to allow for questions and for the next student to transition
into the lesson room.
4. Unless directly related to what is going on in the lesson please turn off all cell phones/computers/digital
devices that may distract you from the lesson. Your child and your teacher need your undivided
attention.
Attendance Policy
General
No refunds will be given for classes missed by students.
Private Lessons
Students will receive makeup lessons for unplanned school closures and teacher absences. Teachers are not
obligated to make up lessons or classes missed by students. Students are responsible for reserving their
regularly scheduled lesson time during make-up weeks unless the teacher releases the student from those
times. In lieu of one lesson each academic year, students in the Suzuki department participate in an
Achievement Day evaluation program.
Solo Recitals
Several times a semester there are scheduled solo recitals at the University of Hartford. To perform on a
Suzuki Solo Recital, a student must be invited by his/her teacher to perform. You are "auditioning" for this
opportunity in every lesson!
Once your private lesson teacher has asked your child to perform, be sure to sign up for a rehearsal with the
pianist as soon as possible. (See “Practice with Frank”, below) Your child’s comfort level can greatly be
increased by planning a rehearsal well in advance of the recital. Also, should another rehearsal be needed
there will be time to rehearse again.
“Practice with Frank”
Frank is available to practice for Suzuki solo recitals during the week at the Unitarian Universalist Church
(UUC) on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 – 4:50 and on Thursday afternoons from 5:00 – 5:
30, and on Saturday mornings at The Hartt School from 8:00 – 10:00.
To schedule a rehearsal, please either:
● ask your teacher to sign you up when you are discussing playing on a recital in your lesson
● call the Hartt Community Division office at (860) 768-4451
● see Frank before or after group class
Rehearsal times fill up quickly the week of and the week prior to recitals, so please plan ahead as Frank is
often not able to schedule additional rehearsal times.
Be sure to arrive prepared for your rehearsal. In addition to practicing your part, you should be listening to
recordings of the piece and making sure your memory is solid. Also, you should always have your music and a
13pencil with you so that you (or your parent) can take notes. Lastly, if your piece is not in the Suzuki books or is
not being played in a group class, you must bring your accompaniment with you.
Especially when practicing at the UUC, please wait patiently, quietly, and respectfully in the hallway until it is
your turn. At both the UUC and Hartt you should also plan to arrive a little early so that you can unpack your
instrument in the hallway prior to your rehearsal. On days when Frank’s schedule is full, he wants to be sure to
spend as much time as possible playing your piece during your rehearsal time.
While Frank tries his hardest to stay on schedule, that is often not the case – and for various reasons, some of
which are out of his control. If you know you have to be somewhere at a particular time, please do not sign up
for a rehearsal time immediately prior to your commitment as there is a chance that he will run late. For
example, if you have a 9:00 lesson on Saturday morning, it would be best not to sign up for an 8:50 rehearsal
time.
Solo Recital Performance Attire
Performers are asked to dress as though they were going to a wedding or nice event: dress slacks, nice shirt
and/or blouse, and dress shoes. It is not required that girls wear skirts or dresses, but if they do, the bottom of
the skirt should be no more than one inch above the knee. It is strongly requested that students do not wear
jeans or sneakers.
Achievement Days Performances
Suzuki private lesson students participate yearly in Achievement Days, a performance and evaluation
opportunity. This year’s Achievement Days will be announced. During this week there will be no regular
lessons, groups, or orchestras. In lieu of one lesson each year, students who are near the end of Book 1 or
above are scheduled for a time to perform for several members of the Suzuki faculty. Written feedback will be
provided, along with positive comments from fellow students who are scheduled for the same time. More
information will be provided in your private lessons as the time approaches. Participants are asked to treat this
performance as any other performance and dress according to the guidelines listed for Solo Recital
Performance Attire.
14Suzuki Group Class/Orchestra Schedule 2018-19
All group classes and orchestras will wrap up 5 minutes prior to the end time to facilitate changes between classes.
Cello Groups
Pre-Twinkle Thursday 5:00-5:45 pm Brasch UUC Rm 218
Allegro Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm Issa UUC Rm 218
Presto Wednesday 5:00-5:45 pm Steiner UUC Multipurpose Room
Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:00-5:45 pm Kennedy UUC Rm 19
Pre-Orchestra/Musicianship Wednesday 5:45-6:30 pm Kennedy UUC Rm 19
Da Capo Tuesday 5:00- 5:45 pm Steiner UUC Choir Room
Intermezzo Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm Brasch UUC 218
Vivace Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Issa Hartt Rm 201
Rondo Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Kennedy Hartt Rm 343
Opus 89 Saturday 11:00-12:00 am Brasch Hartt Rm 343
Guitar Groups
Pre-Twinkle Saturday 10:30-11:15 am Madsen Hillyer Ch Reading
Book 1 Saturday 11:15-12:00 pm Madsen Hillyer Ch Reading
Book 2 Saturday 9:00-9:45 am Rickevicius Hillyer Ch Reading
Bk 2 Reading Saturday 9:45-10:30 am Rickevicius Hillyer Ch Reading
Bk 2 Ensemble Monday 4:30-5:15 pm Madsen UUC Fiske Hall
Book 2 Monday 5:15-6:00 pm Rickevicius UUC Multipurpose Rm
Book 3 Monday 5:15-6:00 pm Madsen UUC Fiske Hall
Bk 3 Ensemble Monday 6:00-6:45 pm Rickevicius UUC Choir Room
Orchestra Monday 6:00-7:00 pm Madsen UUC Fiske Hall
Book 4 Monday 7:00-7:45 pm Rickevicius UUC Choir Room
Book 5+ Monday 7:00-7:45 pm Madsen UUC Fiske Hall
Orchestra
Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:45-6:30 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall
Da Capo Tuesday 6:00-6:45 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall
Intermezzo Tuesday 5:00-6:00 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall
Vivace Saturday 11:15 am-12:15 pm E. Drake Hartt Room 410/412
Opus 89 Saturday 12:30-2:30 pm E. Drake Hartt Bliss Music Room
Viola Groups
Primrose Tuesday 4:45-5:15 pm Daetsch UUC TBA
Da Capo Tuesday 5:15-6:00 pm Daetsch UUC TBA
Intermezzo Tuesday 6:00-6:45 pm Daetsch UUC TBA
Viola Tour Group Saturday 9:30-11:00 am Daetsch Hartt TBA
Violin Groups
Pre-Twinkle Thursday 5:00-5:45 pm Ngai UUC Choir Room
Pre-Twinkle Saturday 9:00-9:45 am Ngai Hartt Rm 414
Crescendo Thursday 5:00-5:45 pm R. Brasch UUC Fiske Hall
Andante Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm Felsing UUC Choir Room
Allegro Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm R. Brasch UUC Fiske Hall
Presto Thursday 5:45-6:30 pm A.Hadden UUC Multipurpose Rm
Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:00-5:45 pm L.Hadden UUC Fiske Hall
Da Capo Tuesday 5:00-6:00 pm A.Hadden UUC Multipurpose Rm
Intermezzo Tuesday 6:00-7:00 pm S. Drake UUC Multipurpose Rm
Vivace Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Felsing Hartt Rm 21
Aria Saturday 10:00-11:00 am Ngai Hartt Rm 414
Opus 89 Saturday 11:00-12:00 pm Einfeldt/S.Drake Hartt Rm 21
15Group Class Concert Dates
See concert dates at the beginning of this Handbook
Hartt Suzuki Group Class Program Student Expectations
Parents are expected to attend all group lessons and orchestra rehearsals at the UUC. If this is not
possible, they must have an adult other than the teacher responsible for their child at all times both for
safety and medical reasons.
General
1. Students of the Hartt Suzuki Program are expected to attend all designated rehearsal and performance
dates listed on the 2018 - 2019 Private Lesson Calendar. If additional rehearsals and/or performances are
required, they will be communicated well in advance. Students are not expected to attend rehearsals on
religious holidays or that are in conflict with school music performances. It is the responsibility of the student
and/or parent to communicate these instances with the teacher in advance. Students who miss more than two
group classes before a concert may be asked not to perform.
2. Students are responsible to bring all materials necessary to their classes and performances as specified in
this handbook or by their teacher.
3. Students are expected to demonstrate behavior that will facilitate both their learning as well as everyone
else’s around them. This is especially important in group classes and performances. Specifically, students are
expected to be courteous, polite, and respectful of other students and adults.
Classes
1. Students must plan to have their instruments unpacked and be ready to begin each class with all
necessary materials before the time it is scheduled to start.
2. Violinists in Vivace, Aria, and Opus group classes as well as violists in the Tour Group should bring a
stand and a sharpened pencil to each group class. Cellists should bring a sharpened pencil to each group
class.
3. Students should not ask to be excused to visit the restroom or water fountain unless it is an emergency.
Drinks and restroom trips should be taken care of before class begins or after it ends.
4. Students must be attentive to all directions and follow them quickly. Any questions should be
communicated with the teachers before or after class.
5. Students are responsible for preparing for class by reviewing and working on any special assignments as
specified by the teacher.
6. Students who miss more than or the last two rehearsals before a concert may be asked not to perform.
Performances
1. Students should arrive to the concert venue 20 minutes before the start of the concert and must be in
place 5 minutes prior to the designated time.
2. Drinks and restroom trips should be taken care of before the students are expected to arrive.
3. Concert Dress/Uniforms must be worn for all group and orchestra performances unless otherwise
specified. Students who do not dress appropriately will not be allowed to perform.
Group Class Dates
Group classes follow the the Hartt Community Division Private Lesson Calendar (included in this handbook).
16Attendance Policy
Attendance and active participation at all rehearsals/classes is crucial to the success of any organization. It is
expected that all members will demonstrate responsibility, punctuality, and dependability as part of their
commitment to the organization. If a student knows that he/she will have to be absent from a rehearsal /class,
he/she should contact both his/her private teacher and group class teacher. Group class is a vital part of our
Suzuki Program and attendance is required from all Suzuki students. Excessive absences are unacceptable
and may result in the student being referred to a teacher in the traditional department.
Concert Admission
All concerts require a general admission ticket; including both Suzuki Orchestra and Group Class
performances. Tickets are free of charge and may be reserved online at www.harttweb.hartford.edu or by
calling the University Box Office at (860) 768-4228. The Box Office, located in the lobby of Lincoln Theater, is
open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets may be requested up to six weeks in advance and
are also available at the door beginning one hour prior to each event. All persons regardless of age require a
ticket for entrance; this includes lap infants and toddlers. We recommend reserving tickets in advance to
prevent disappointment.
Performance Attire (Mandatory)
The appearance of the group classes and orchestras is a vital component of a polished performance.
Appropriate concert dress is one way that performers can show respect for their audience. It is the parent's
responsibility to make sure their children are dressed appropriately in their uniforms for every performance,
unless otherwise specified. If you have any questions about the information below, please ask your private
lesson or group class teachers for further clarification.
Members of the Hartt Suzuki Group Class Program are required to purchase uniforms as indicated on the next
page. Uniforms must be worn for all group class performances unless otherwise specified. All parents are
responsible for placing their own uniform orders. Please allow at least 6 weeks for delivery prior to the first
performance. Students will not be allowed to perform without the appropriate attire.
The faculty and staff of the Hartt Community Division are supportive of whichever pronouns an individual
chooses to use to self-identify. As such, selecting either of the following attire options is acceptable if it helps
the individual identify authentically:
17Pre-Twinkle through Intermezzo Group Classes and Orchestras
There are two options for ordering Uniforms for these group classes and orchestras.
1. French Toast Uniforms
2. Lands’ End School Uniforms
When ordering uniforms from Lands’ End, they will donate part of each sale to HCD’s Fund for Access. Enter
the following number which lists the Hartt Community Division as a preferred school when you place your order
so the donation will come back to Hartt. The number is #9001-3155-8.
FRENCH TOAST SCHOOL UNIFORMS (All item numbers have been checked on August 23, 2018)
Telephone: 800-373-6248
Website: www.frenchtoast.com
Girls - White blouse, black bottom:
1. Long Sleeve Modern Peter Pan Blouse - White - Item #1594
2. Pleated Skirt - Black - Item #1066 -or- Girls Adjustable Waist Pant - Black - Item #1315
To complete the uniform: black tights/socks, red hair ornament, and closed-toe black dress shoes. (Leggings
are unacceptable concert attire.)
Boys - White shirt, black pants, red tie:
1. Long Sleeve Dress Shirt with Expandable Collar - White - Item #1014
2. Adjustable Waist Pleated Double Knee Pant - Black - Item #1520
3. Adjustable Solid Tie - Red - Item #10311 or Solid Full Make Tie - Red - Item #11323
To complete the uniform: black belt, black socks, and black dress shoes. (No jeans or sneakers.)
LANDS’ END
Telephone: 800-963-4816
Website: www.landsend.com
Girls:
1. School Uniform Girls Long Sleeve Peter Pan Polo - White - Item #403807-BQ1
2. School Uniform Girls Solid Pleated Skirt Below the Knee - Black - Item # 430797-BQ9
-or-
School Uniform Girls Perfect Fit Iron Knee Blend Elastic Waist Chino Pants - Black - Item #442871-BQ1
To complete the uniform: black tights, red hair ornament and closed-toe black dress shoes. (Leggings are
unacceptable concert attire.)
Boys:
1. School Uniform Long Sleeve No Iron Pinpoint Shirt - White - Item # 219320-BQ7
2. School Uniform Boys Iron Knee Blend Plain Front Chino Pants - Black - Item # 403847-BQ6
To complete the uniform: black belt, black socks, and black dress shoes and tie from French Toast Company
183. Adjustable Solid Tie - Red or Solid Full Make Tie - Red
Item #10311 Item #11323
Vivace, Aria & Opus Group Classes/Orchestra Uniforms
Ladies: Black dress or black blouse and black pants.
TUXEDO WHOLESALER
Telephone: 800-828-2802
Website: www.tuxedowholesaler.com
1. Dress from Tuxedo Wholesaler (Redi-Ship Program Women's Wear - Gowns)
Item: “Lillian” – Black - Preferred Knit
Take bust, waist, and hip measurements, and then call or email Tuxedo Wholesaler. Dresses will need to be
professionally hemmed to the ankle bone. (Take a look at the fitting/measurement video tab on the web site.)
-Or -
1. Blouse from Tuxedo Wholesaler (Women’s Wear - Blouses)
Item: “Demi Blouse” - Black - Preferred Knit
2. Pants from Tuxedo Wholesaler (Women’s Wear - Skirts and Pants)
Item: “Com-Fit Pants for Women” - Black
To complete the uniform: black nylons and black no or low heeled (1” or lower) dress shoes. (Leggings are
unacceptable concert attire.)
Gentlemen: Will need to order a total of four items from two different companies.
STAGE ACCENTS FORMAL FASHIONS
Telephone: 800-631-1611 Telephone: 800-528-7909
Website: www.stageaccents.com Website: www.formalfashionsinc.com
1. Premier Tuxedo Pants from Stage Accents – Black
Item #: 8510
2. Mandarin Collar Tuxedo Shirt from Formal Fashions – White
Item #: 2186
3. Button Covers (Black with Gold Trim) from Formal Fashions
Item#: 1093GD
4. Royal Satin (Shiny Finish) Vests from Formal Fashions – Black Satin Vest with 5 buttons
Item #: 6289 (Fabric type is RA - Royal Satin(Shiny Finish))
Take waist, sleeve, chest and height measurements before you order the uniform. See website for details.
19To complete the uniform: black belt, black socks, and black dress shoes.
(All item numbers have been checked on August 24, 2018)
Suzuki String Orchestras
Personnel
The Music Director of the Suzuki Orchestras is Emmett Drake. Each ensemble has a manager who organizes
the needs of the ensemble and helps to answer questions of parents and students. Their contact information is
listed below. Mr. Drake can be reached at drake@hartford.edu.
Appoggiatura: appogg@hartford.edu Sydney Apel, manager
Da Capo: dacapo@hartford.edu Eugenio Figueroa Cruz, manager
Intermezzo: intermezz@hartford.edu (no “o”) Eugenio Figueroa Cruz, manager
Vivace: vivace@hartford.edu Sydney Apel, manager
Opus: opus@hartford.edu Eugenio Figueroa Cruz, manager
Program Description
Suzuki Orchestras provide a sequential progression of string orchestras to students who have been trained
using the Suzuki method. Students play in one of five orchestras with other students at a comparable level in
their development. We provide students with the opportunity to develop their skills as orchestral musicians
through an educational rehearsal environment and unique performance opportunities.
Rehearsal Schedule
Orchestra
Appoggiatura Wednesday 5:45-6:30 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall
Da Capo Tuesday 6:00-6:45 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall
Intermezzo Tuesday 5:00-6:00 pm E. Drake UUC Fiske Hall
Vivace Saturday 11:15am-12:15pm E. Drake Hartt 410/412
Opus 89 Saturday 12:30-2:30 pm E. Drake Hartt Bliss Music Room
University of Hartford - 200 Bloomfield Ave. West Hartford, CT 06117
Unitarian Universalist Church (UUC) - 433 Fern St. West Hartford, CT 06119
Rehearsal Dates
Rehearsals follow the Hartt Community Division Private Lesson Calendar (included in this handbook).
Performances
The Suzuki Orchestras generally perform 2-3 concerts per year and all events are updated regularly on our
school website http://hcd.hartford.edu. Some concerts are recorded professionally and available for purchase.
Occasionally, Opus 89 and Vivace will take weekend trips for tours and/or retreats. All information will be
distributed well in advance for these events. (Please see concert dates at the beginning of this Handbook.)
20Membership
Members of Suzuki Orchestras vary in age and ability for each orchestra as indicated below. Participation in
Suzuki Orchestras is based on an academic calendar, beginning in September and ending in May. (Note:
Suzuki students who are interested in orchestras that require teacher recommendation and do not study at the
HCD must have approval of the conductor and the instrument coordinator before he/she can participate.)
The Orchestras (in order from advanced to beginning):
● Opus 89 (by audition in June of the previous school year)
● Vivace (by audition in June of the previous school year)
● Intermezzo (by teacher recommendation and conductor approval)
● Da Capo (by teacher recommendation and conductor approval)
● Appoggiatura (by teacher recommendation and conductor approval)
Performance Attire
Members of the Hartt Suzuki Orchestra Program are required to purchase uniforms as indicated in the group
class performance attire in this handbook. Uniforms must be worn for all orchestra performances unless
otherwise specified. All parents are responsible for placing their own uniform orders. Please allow at least 6
weeks for delivery prior to the first performance. Students will not be allowed to perform without the
appropriate attire.
Requirements
Instrumentalists who have been accepted into the Suzuki Orchestras must submit a registration form with
appropriate tuition and fees. Private lesson students can register for lessons and orchestra on the same form.
The submission of a signed registration form indicates agreement to the calendar and attendance policy listed
in this handbook. It also indicates that the student and his/her parents have read the handbook, looked at the
yearly calendar, and are willing to make a commitment to the organization for the coming year. A student who
does not fulfill his/her commitment to the organization may jeopardize current and future membership in the
organization.
Attendance Policy
Attendance and active full participation at rehearsals and classes is crucial to the success of any organization.
It is expected that all students will demonstrate responsibility, punctuality, and dependability as part of their
commitment to the ensemble. If a student knows that he/she will have to be absent from a rehearsal or class,
he/she must let the manager know in advance. In the case of illness, members are expected to email their
respective manager (email above). Students are permitted three absences per concert cycle. Excessive
absence (more than three times per semester) is not acceptable and may result in dismissal without
refund for tuition and fees. If students must exceed three absences per semester, they must contact the
conductor directly and apply for an additional absence. Should this application be declined, the student must
attend the rehearsal or will be asked to resign from their place in the ensemble without refund for tuition and
fees. All absences (either planned or unplanned) count towards the student’s absence count for the
semester.
21Withdrawal Policy
Please note: Absence does not constitute a withdrawal from any program. A signed registration form
constitutes agreement to pay tuition in full, regardless of how much has actually been paid at the time
of withdrawal.
All students register for an entire academic year (September through June) and tuition and fees are assessed
for the full academic year. Tuition may be prorated for students who begin become members after the start of
the academic year. Absence and/or verbal notice is not sufficient for withdrawal notification. All requests for
withdrawal must be made in writing to the Registrar. Withdrawal at any time is subject to the following
program-specific penalties:
Ensembles, Choirs and Group Classes:
Withdrawal prior to the 1st rehearsal/class
-$30 cancellation fee
Withdrawal received prior to October 1st, 2018
-Partial penalty based on the number of rehearsals/classes held plus a $30 cancellation fee
Withdrawal on or after October 1st, 2018**
-Full year tuition penalty
**Note: there are no mid-year withdrawals for Ensembles, Choirs and Group classes. Students will be
responsible for the full tuition after October 1st, 2018, plus any applicable fees associated with their
account.
Please see our Academic Year 2018-2019 Policies packet for more information regarding Billing, Medical
Withdrawals, and Delinquent Accounts.
Expectations
1. Students in the Suzuki Orchestras are expected to attend all designated rehearsals and performances listed
on the calendar. If additional rehearsals and/or performances are required, they will be communicated well in
advance. Members are not expected to attend rehearsals on religious holidays or rehearsals that are in
conflict with school music performances, but these instances must be communicated in advance. Members
with excessive absences may be dismissed from the group and will not be considered for future membership in
the organization.
2. Students who miss more than or the last two rehearsals before a concert may be asked not to perform.
3. Students are responsible for all music or supplies checked out to them and must pay for anything that is lost
or damaged.
4. Students are expected to demonstrate a high level of self-discipline, maturity, and professionalism at all
times. They are expected to be courteous, polite, and respectful of other instrumentalists and adults. Students
who cannot abide by these expectations will be dismissed from the organization.
Rehearsals
1. Instrumentalists must be in place and ready to begin with all the music and materials at the designated time
for each rehearsal.
222. Instrumentalists in Appoggiatura, Da Capo and Intermezzo orchestras must bring a music stand to
rehearsal.
3. Cellists and Bassists in all orchestras must bring an end pin holder to rehearsals and concerts.
4. Each instrumentalist should always keep a sharpened pencil in his/her folder.
5. Instrumentalists should not ask to be excused to visit the restroom or water fountain unless it is an
emergency. Drinks and restroom trips should be taken care of before rehearsal. Instrumentalists must be
attentive to all directions and follow them.
Concert Admission
All concerts require a general admission ticket; including both Suzuki Orchestra and Group Class
performances. Tickets are free of charge and may be reserved online at www.harttweb.hartford.edu or by
calling the University Box Office at (860) 768-4228. The Box Office, located in the lobby of Lincoln Theater, is
open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets may be requested up to six weeks in advance and
are also available at the door beginning one hour prior to each event. All persons regardless of age require a
ticket for entrance; this includes lap infants and toddlers. We recommend reserving tickets in advance to
prevent disappointment. Families will have the option to order 3 of their tickets during a Pre-Sale event for
details see the concert calendar section.
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