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In this issue: Parents as Partners Online 2015  Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2015 Parents as Partners Online event! You won’t want to miss this unique opportunity to be inspired, with access to 60 talks on various Suzuki-related topics (44 new talks and 16 from past years!). Click here to take advantage of the early bird pricing which runs through January 30.
Teachers, are you wondering how to get the most benefit from Parents as Partners Online? Read about various PPO Studio Ideas that have been used effectively by individual teachers, programs and schools. Plus, new this year is a list of sample discussion questions to help launch the conversation!
And, don’t forget to check out the full list of exciting talks that will be featured in 2015!
ADVERTISEMENT    We thank those who have given to the SAA during the last year. If you haven’t had a chance to contribute yet, we still welcome any year-end tax deductible donations. Many giving options exist to help our association grow and maintain its services to the greater Suzuki community. Check out these unique donation opportunities, below.
We appreciate the generosity of all, which truly helps us fulfill Dr. Suzuki’s dream. IRSTE Research SurveyOn behalf of the Suzuki Association of the Americas, we would like to tell you about an opportunity for SAA members. The International Research Symposium In Talent Education (IRSTE), is undertaking an important research study “Report on Suzuki Programs in Canada and the United States.” Not only will this research survey allow SAA members to report on their own personal and professional activities, but it will also help us to understand what Suzuki programs in No. America look like in the twenty-first century. The SAA has not conducted such a survey in many years, and we hope you will help us by taking part in the study this January!
ADVERTISEMENT   Suzuki Principles in Action: Upcoming Courses Suzuki Principles in Action (SPA) is a two day, cross-instrumental course designed to help teachers incorporate Suzuki’s principles effectively in their teaching. The inspiration for SPA came from a need, identified by both Trainers and Teacher Workshop Participants, to deal with the challenges of implementing the knowledge gained from Unit courses into the reality of day-to-day studio teaching. The course focuses on how to teach, not what to teach, allowing the sharing of ideas among all instrument areas. SPA is based on Dr. Suzuki’s belief that knowledge is an important first step, but “knowledge plus 10,000 times” is what produces ability. Read More… Upcoming Courses will be held in:
SAA Violin Committee Announces Publication of Revised Volume 7The long wait is over! As of the first of November, the Revised Edition of Suzuki Violin School Volume 7 has been on the market from Alfred Music. The book is available in two formats: violin part alone with accompanying CD for purchase, or book and CD combination. The Piano Accompaniment book is also available. The SAA Violin Committee would like to thank Linda Perry, pianist for all the new recordings, in consultation with Doris Preucil, for their fine work. We know you will enjoy the performances by William Preucil on the revised CD. This revised edition reflects the work not only of the ISA Violin Committee, but also that of all five regional violin committees, and countless Suzuki teachers across the globe. Here in the SAA, our Committee reached out to all current active violin trainers, as well as sponsoring sessions for teachers at institutes and workshops over a two-year period. That feedback was invaluable for the Committee’s work. We appreciate the suggestions and expertise of all involved. Save the Date: SAA Leadership RetreatJoin us May 21—24 at Deer Creek Lodge, Mt. Sterling OH for the 2015 SAA Leadership Retreat! Returning to the same beautiful location as our successful 2013 retreat, we invite you to a weekend of community, learning, and relaxation. SAA retreats are open to all Suzuki members and provide participants an opportunity to get to get to know colleagues in unique settings with inspiring sessions, time for sharing, learning and fun. Meetings times will be set for Teacher Trainers, Institute Directors, Chapter leaders, Conference Team and other groups—however, sessions are valuable and open to all Suzuki members! Details will be posted on the SAA website soon.
 Last chance to join! Don’t miss out on joining the Mini Online Conference, now in progress! Enjoy thirty sessions (and eighty informative handouts) from the 2014 SAA Conference “Powered by Community”. Register now and take advantage of this enriching opportunity to review a presentation or watch one for the very first time. Once registered, you’ll have access to the site through January 31, 2015. Special Rates: $10 for 2014 conference attendees (over 85% off regular rate)
Upcoming EventsNorth Texas Suzuki AssociationBedford, TX Jan 2 – 3 Studio of Andrea CannonSpring, TX Jan 2 – 6 University of Texas at San Antonio Department of MusicSan Antonio, TX Jan 3 – 10 Huella Musical, Inc.San Juan, PR Jan 3 – 13 Western Springs School of Talent EducationWestern Springs, IL Jan 4 – Mar 10 Festival Suzuki de PeruLima, Peru Jan 5 – 26 Suzuki Association of GeorgiaAtlanta, GA Jan 10 – 11 Studio of Delaine Leonard FedsonAustin, TX Jan 10 – 14 Studio of Beth CantrellGreenwood, VA Jan 10 – Feb 8 Peabody Institute/ PreparatoryBaltimore, MD Jan 11 Royal Conservatory of MusicToronto, ON Jan 11 – Apr 19 Fundación GiselaCaguas, PR Jan 12 – 19 Wisconsin Conservatory of MusicMilwaukee, WI Jan 16 Suzuki Association of WisconsinMadison, WI Jan 17 – 18 Suzuki Strings of AustinAustin, TX Jan 18 – 19 Suzuki Association of MassachusettsCambridge, MA Jan 18 – 19 Michigan Music ConferenceGrand Rapids, MI Jan 22 Temple University Music Preparatory DivisionPhiladelphia, PA Jan 23 – Mar 13 Studio of Alice Ann O’NeillCincinnati, OH Jan 24 Arizona Music and Dance AcademyTucson, AZ Jan 30 – 31 Studio of Nightingale ChenPowell, OH Jan 30 – Mar 30 Premier Business MembersMany thanks to our Premier Business Members: Alfred Music 
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