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There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later. Kindle Edition Verified Purchase. As a new "Suzuki" parent, I was so delighted to discover Dr. Suzuki's book and philosophy - that anything can be learned. The Suzuki method is not so much about training violin prodigies as it is about developing what he calls "noble feelings" basically character: What more can parents want for their child? This is not a scientific book -- it's obviously his opinion that "nurture" is more important than "nature" i. However, I found his story and philosophy very inspiring and with many elements that made a lot of sense.

I highly recommend this book for and his attitude for parents and teachers whether their kids are taking violin lessons or not. This book by Shinichi Suzuki is part-description of the principles of his Talent Education method, part-snapshots of personal history, part-statements on his philosophy of life. It is written with great optimism and love for humane development of children into noble people.

Based on his observation that all children speak their mother tongue fluently and are thus highly capable to be educated in many disciplines and on his belief that talent is not inherited but learned, Suzuki's method concentrates on creating the best environment for child development. His famous violin teaching method incorporates parent involvement, listening to the same piece many times and extensive practice, among others.

Importance of memory training and good mentors Einstein was one of Suzuki's is stressed. Many real-life stories illustrate his points. By way of criticism, while themes of compassion and developing a noble character recur throughout the book, it takes some effort to piece it all together. The book reads like a series of short improvisations on the themes of love and rearing of children. The parts of personal history, for example, with the description of illness, war and Suzuki's father's starting violin manufacturing business, while interesting, do not blend with the rest of the book.

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A chapter entitled "If you think of something do it" has nothing to do with its title there is a chapter that talks about people of action in his other book, "Ability development from age zero", which repeats many of the stories verbatim. Some bits of Suzuki's take on life's truths, such as "an unfair advantage leads to evil" sound out of place. In spite of some shortcomings, I would recommend this book. Not as a practical guide, but as an inspirational material for parents.

This isn't about Suzuki's pedagogy, it's about his philosophical principles, and his ideas about music education making people into better human beings ring true. It's a great reminder for any of us teaching those kids who are forced into it by their parents, that they will be fundamentally changed for the better, by experiencing the culture of learning to play an instrument.

Nurtured by Love: The Classic Approach to Talent Education

There are several truly inspirational anecdotes, such as the story of a young girl whose right side was near paralysed, and who overcame the neurological disorder and subsequently became a professional. Whether you're just starting your own studio or thinking about retirement, this book really helps to reaffirm why we teach music, why we're musicians, and just how much we can contribute to society in this role. However, this philosophy can be applied to all types of learning.

This book is simply written but contains profound ideas about nurturing others, becoming a person of noble character, parenting ideas and teaching music. This is the third time I have read this book, but am underlining passages I didn't see before. Suzuki was an amazing man of noble character! One person found this helpful. The book is an interesting peek into the life and philosophy of Shinichi Suzuki.

There is some discussion of his teaching methods in the book, but the majority of the book is short anecdotes from Suzuki's life. Probably his fundamental educational point is that talent is not inherited, children are the fruit of training and environment. Any child can enter his Talent Education schools without a test, "because our schools are based on the premise that talent is not inborn, that every child acquires ability through experience and repetition". I had heard so much about the Suzuki Method for learning music that I wanted to learn more about the man who started it all.

Master Suzuki discovered a powerful truth: All Japanese children speak perfectly their language! He sought out to understand how this was achieved and then he designed a method by which the children could learn a second language music in the same way and with the same ease. He points out that if you have a good thought and don't act on it, that good thought hasn't done any good at all. You are just the same as you would have been if you had never thought it.

Instead, he stresses the importance on acting on your goals and desires. Train your own will to accomplish those things you most desire. Very inspiring read for parents and educators everywhere!

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The kinds of things Suzuki proposes has made our world a better place to be! Dec 01, Ana rated it it was amazing Shelves: The title fits it perfectly- it isn't just about learning violin or the Suzuki method. It is about Life, Parenting, being good human beings, learning, growing, encouraging one another I loved that it read easily, felt genuine, gives hope and shows that we ALL have potential to unlock for ourselves and to help our children with their potential. Seemed like a good set of parents sharing what they'v The title fits it perfectly- it isn't just about learning violin or the Suzuki method.

Seemed like a good set of parents sharing what they've learned and I appreciate it! Need to re-read when I start forgetting what I learned: Suzuki inspires me Suzuki had a big idea. My children's violin teacher recommended this book to me. Suzuki's desire to bring out the best in all children impressed me. I enjoyed reading how thoughtful he was when he was approached by the parents of a blind child and later the parents of a child who had suffered a stroke and struggled to hold onto the bow. It inspired me to think about my children's music education in a broader way. This new translation is far better than the older version!

I found numerous words of wisdom and gems of quotes to live by. I have a completely refreshed perspective now and I encourage anyone to re-read this new translation. Jul 13, Brenda Cregor rated it it was amazing. Shinichi Suzuki was a special soul. This book made a better parent out of me. Not only did Suzuki lay down his theory for teaching music to young children, he coupled this "science" with love.

Certainly, these are the most important experiences a parent could ever share with their child, moments of pure emotion coupled with the support of budding talent. The author is a very simple and kind person. His message is similarly simple. I would say this book's idea could be summarized in one sentence: Jun 19, Michelle rated it it was amazing. Having come from a home where music was mostly always around and having had formal piano and violin lessons and a father who always played guitar, which I never really quite understood After my kids grew, my son moved out and left his acoustic guitar, I decided, I need to begin putting more music in my life and wondered if I could possibly learn guitar well.

I have had some stumbles due to taking care of my mother, after she passed last year, I finally got back at it and some things I wanted to Having come from a home where music was mostly always around and having had formal piano and violin lessons and a father who always played guitar, which I never really quite understood After my kids grew, my son moved out and left his acoustic guitar, I decided, I need to begin putting more music in my life and wondered if I could possibly learn guitar well.

I have had some stumbles due to taking care of my mother, after she passed last year, I finally got back at it and some things I wanted to understand I have figured out quite well, I am progressing, I have fun and wonder to myself why I did not become in love with this instrument years ago! Yes, I admit, I am in love with the guitar, I could talk guitar all day.

One thing I have begun really focusing on is music theory related to learning the fret board.

After reading this book, it demonstrates that a lot of the fear of learning was instilled in my mind young, we hear, terms like "musical", "talented" and I never felt I was any of those things. This book has really enlightened me into how to install training of music from a very young age and it is very much like how children learn language.

Need I say as a speech language pathologist, I loved reading about how Suzuki had that light bulb moment when he understood, if children can become fluent Japanese by 3 years old or any native language they can learn to play by 3 or 4.

Reading comes later, just like language, if you are not a fluent speaker, reading is not going to be easy to learn. I love the developmental phases, he understood! This may not be the current thought, but there is so much of this I agree with by implementing the love of music and the instrument through listening and attending, every new parent should read this book. Really anyone interested in music and music development could benefit from it. Feb 15, Alanna Truong rated it really liked it.

This has been on my reading list for a long time, and I had to read it for my Suzuki Piano Course, so I finally got to it! I thoroughly enjoyed the first three quarters! The last bit made me cringe a bit with his ideals of State enforced education, though well intentioned. But definitely worth the read, and it enlarged my own philosophy on music, which was very much already heading in the same direction. Music isn't learnt and practiced primarily to make great musicians, but rather This has been on my reading list for a long time, and I had to read it for my Suzuki Piano Course, so I finally got to it!

Music isn't learnt and practiced primarily to make great musicians, but rather to make us better human beings. Suzuki talks often about how only a small percentage of his students become professional musicians, but they ALL learn proficiency, and how to play with beautiful sound, and benefit from the habits and exposure for life.

Especially when started at a young age, music has soo much to offer, from character formation, to exposure to great music and other noble human beings and ideas, and more. His own late introduction to studying music is also very inspiring, especially to me as an adult learning a new instrument, and trying to further develop my own childhood piano skills.

Sep 06, Andrea Ortiz Boyer rated it it was amazing. I read the hardback 8th edition published in with a copyright of One of the most moving stories was of a girl who was partially paralyzed who learned to play the violin and was able to heal from her paralysis. Suzuki speaks of his vision for each child, " he will become a noble person through his violin playing. He sees in children the abilities of seeking the good, the true and the beautiful. And he thinks that children, from birth if possible, should be surrounded by the finest of those ideals.

The finest musicians to listen to, the finest haikus to experience. I went on an unexpected trip through the ideology of Shinichi Suzuki. I am richer for the experience. My son's violin teacher is teaching the Suzuki method and requires the moms to read this book. I read it over the weekend. It was not bad! He tells some experiences he had teaching some of his students and how we was able to even come up with some of his methods. It is interesting to think about how many decades it has been since he started his methods and even since this book came out!

Jun 23, Stephanie rated it really liked it. A very inspiring book! Suzuki was an incredible educator with a grand vision to educate children to have noble hearts as well as becoming great musicians. Aug 30, Mandy rated it really liked it. I enjoyed the book - enjoyed learning about me Suzuki, he is a true artist.

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I really buy into what he is teaching-kids learn best in an environment of love and that talent is something we develop. Even those who are not naturally musical can be great musicians. He also stress that the great benefit of learning is not so much the music but all the skills that come from learning music. Oct 13, Szymon Kulec rated it liked it. I rate it 3 of 5 only because I hoped for something more.

The examples of some events, almost like miracles, were touching, but described in an much too positive way fixing postures with violins, eye movement etc. This is more than a book on the Suzuki method and violin; this book is about life, hardship, joy, respect, empathy, and the meaning of it all. I was blown away by Suzuki's humbleness, insight, and wisdom. Not only did I find my own love for music rekindled, but, after reading this, I see the world differently. Shinichi Suzuki was an incredible man!

Aug 30, April Tolbert rated it really liked it. This was a good book on educating and capturing the heart of the child through music. It was similar to the classical method with repetition and memorization until something becomes habitual. He speaks of seeking truth, beauty, and goodness, and fostering this in children. Sep 14, Brooke rated it really liked it Shelves: Full of good insights and life lessons. Not just about the Suzuki Method, but about becoming and raising a noble person. Oct 11, Judith rated it it was ok Shelves: What surprised me about this book was how little it talks about playing the violin, let alone teaching it.

And he certai What surprised me about this book was how little it talks about playing the violin, let alone teaching it. And he certainly sides on the nurture side of the nature vs. Talent, according to Suzuki, is taught, not inherited. Unlike most modern books on teaching and pedagogy, his supporting evidence is mainly anecdotal some of which is scientifically extremely dubious and autobiographical. I agree that every child can learn to play violin, and that very few people are actually tone-deaf, but I do think some kids just have more talent than others. Any child who's been part of a violin studio where they regularly watched their peers perform could probably tell you the same.

For those who really had talent, it was certainly an advantage to have started early, but starting early is not a guarantee that a child's going to be great at violin, just like all kids can do well in English courses given the right preparation, but they're not all going to become best-selling writers. Also, something that made me immediately wary was towards the end of the book when he says that the state should monitor to make sure all children are taught along the right lines, musically and otherwise. Yes, children should be well-taught, but this is the responsibility of the parents, not the state.

Which works if the government is perfect, but how likely is that? Looking at Suzuki education in North America today, however, the cultural differences the values and social norms children are raised with in America as opposed to Japan are perhaps too great to directly convey across the Pacific Ocean.

The repertoire and many of the practice techniques as well as the idea that music can benefit children is admirable, but I think every teacher needs to use their own discretion and create their own method, or amalgamation of methods, that works well with how they teach. Yes, music should encourage a safe, non-judgmental environment that makes good people, but really this should be the case for every discipline, not just music.

Music can nurture all this, but so can anything else. Suzuki, I think, to some extent acknowledged this, but I feel like the method has somehow gotten skewed from what it ought to be with a strange imbalance of emphases. Every teacher should, in the words of Mimi Zweig, be a giant sponge: The Suzuki method has many very useful aspects but, unlike what Suzuki seems to imply in this book, there is no one-size-fits-all method though a method might work well for many people in a particular culture , because all teachers and all students are different.

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A MUST book to read for every music teacher. Suzuki taught us how to develop children through a healthy environment. As long as you provide the children with the goodness, they can be well-developed. Because every child can learn! Nov 22, Kristy rated it really liked it. I posted a longer review of this book on my blog, An Apple for Mom. Here is part of it: Have you heard of the Suzuki method of teaching music? The now-famous Shinichi Suzuki came up with this method, which he called Talent Education, after observing that five- and six-year-old children could easily learn their own and other languages, even difficult ones.

A New Approach to Education, was published in , I am going to review it here because it is a classic and still being used today. The book I am reviewing here is an old edition of Nurtured by Love — the one that I found in my library. A note about the style of the book: Suzuki uses phrases that seem quaint in English, like one of his section headings: The major premise of Nurtured by Love is that talent is nurtured, not inborn.

That is one reason why Suzuki started with very young children. This book is not a step by step instruction manual for starting your child on violin lessons. It is more a philosophical and inspirational book. From the description and reviews, it looks like The Suzuki Violinist: A Guide for Teachers and Parents, by William Starr, is more help for parents encouraging their children to practice at home — although I have not yet read that book. The rest is here: Mar 26, Jocie rated it it was amazing Shelves: An essential for leadership education.

The priniciples of Mastery education are not limited to violin training. Suzuki was kind and insightful- and that is a serious understatement. Currently listening to all of Andrew Pudewae's presentations that I can affordably get my hands on, and was able to get a more concise explanation of Mastery education. From what I understand: In a meaningful and concrete way. Then they move onto the next, but continue to practice the first. And so on until they graduate book one, then they move on to book 2, and instead of practicing ALL of the songs they have learned so far each day, they practice half one day, and half the next, in addition to the new song they are practicing.

Does this work for character training? I am thinking of myself! Do I focus on not being a jerk until I really have that down, and then move on? Suzuki believed that every child could be a genius if taught the right way, and he showed how to do it with violin, but he intended this to be applied to other fields. Every child is of great worth! Sep 17, Lauren Noel Ottwell rated it liked it. Too much of the master's eastern philosophy for my stomach, but once he actually began talking about talent education, things warmed up. It was right inside my ordinary daily self.

The very way one greets people and expresses oneself is art. If a musician wants to become a fine a Too much of the master's eastern philosophy for my stomach, but once he actually began talking about talent education, things warmed up. If a musician wants to become a fine artist, he must first become a finer person.

If he does this, his worth will appear. It will appear in everything he does, even in what he writes. It is exactly the same with the violin. I want Japanese children to grow up to be people who have this pleasure in their lives and to be people of as high intellect and sensitivity as those people in Berlin. That is what I want. The purpose of Talent Education is to train children, not be be professional musicians but to be fine musicians and to show high ability in any other field they enter.

So although they make sure that their children attend the private lessons, they often fail to bring them to the group lessons. But the fact is that what the children enjoy most is the group playing. They play with children who are more advanced than they are; the influence is enormous and is marvelous for their training.

This the the real talent education.

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