Suzuki String Institute
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The next Suzuki String Institute schedule to be announced spring 2026.
60th Annual Louisville Suzuki Summer String Institute
June 8 - 13, 2025
Our Suzuki Summer String Institute is one of the oldest ongoing institutes in the nation. Join us for the 60th institute as we continue a long tradition of world-class instruction to students of all ages and levels.
The program will include student recitals, individual and group lessons, masterclasses, faculty recitals, and other special events! Our institute will have a profound impact on our student musicians and we love seeing the new and returning faces each summer.
Student Schedule Includes 4-5 Daily Classes:
- Shared individual lesson
- Large group/repertoire class
- Technique class
- Enrichment class
What is an institute?
While making music and making friends, students are motivated by new approaches to learning and the joy of sharing music performance with others. Suzuki students, accompanied by the person they practice with at home, participate in three-to-four classes each day, depending on their playing level. Advanced Students, traditional and Suzuki, have five classes each day. The week-long Institute improves playing ability through focused attention on technique and musicality, in an educational and fun environment for students, families and teachers. Optional enrichment classes and student solo performances are also available.
All students will perform on Friday, June 13, in the afternoon concert. Students also have the opportunity to perform on the daily afternoon recitals. Adult supervision of all students is required at all times. Preparation of review pieces and any additional repertoire is required prior to Institute.
Join us for an unforgettable week of music
Be part of the musical tradition that spans six decades – and create memories that last a lifetime.
Institute Programs
Half Day Program
This program is for beginner students are working on the Twinkle variations or still doing pre-twinkle work. Pre-Twinklers & Twinklers receive daily individual instruction, one group class plus Music & Movement (4-7yo).
Books 1-3 Suzuki Program: $375
Students in this program will be placed in classes with other students at a similar book level based on their most recently polished pieces. These students receive four classes each day, consisting of a Master class (four students per class); a Technique group class; a Performance group class; and Orchestra, or Music & Movement (4-7 yo).
Books 4-6 Suzuki Program: $400
Students in this program will attend a minimum of four classes each day, consisting of a Master class (three students per class), a Technique group class, a Performance group class, and an Orchestra. Optional electives are available to register for.
Advanced Program (Book 7+) (both pre-collegiate and college students): $425
Advanced participants (Suzuki Book 7+ or equivalent) receive daily lessons, technique classes, seminars on practicing, performance psychology, and master classes.
Non-Suzuki Program: The cost is based on the level. After you register, we'll send you an email with the exact pricing details.
The Suzuki Institute and Advanced Violin Summit welcomes students from any background of instruction. Non-Suzuki students will receive individual lessons, technique classes, orchestra sectionals, orchestra rehearsals and performances, and as well as solo performance opportunities.
Semi-private Class: Students meet daily with a private teacher, each student receiving individualized instruction. Students should be prepared to play their most recent polished piece in the first class. Students stay for the entire class to learn from each other’s lessons.
Technique Group Class: Students focus on the technical aspects of playing, such as posture, tone, intonation, review, and practice techniques.
Performance Group Class: Students focus on polishing pieces from the Institute repertoire for performance, focusing on musicality and phrasing.
Students will be assigned to an orchestra according to their age, reading ability and previous orchestra experience.