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Directions:

• If going south on Greenville Avenue, 11882 is on the left (last one before the Forest traffic light).
• If going north on Greenville Avenue, pass Forest, then enter to the right on the second entrance to the parking lot on 11882.
• You will see a sign that says “FOREST GREEN Business Park.” That’s where the studio is.
• As you enter the parking lot, you will see the 11882 building with a “Primerica” sign.
• Turn right as you approach the building in the parking lot, then, almost immediately, turn left to go around the building.
• You will have a building on the left (11882) and another on the right (11880)
• Park on the left side and enter the building door (it says 11882 on top).
• As you walk in the lobby, turn right. Our studio is the first one on the right (B103), with a sign: “Love Nurtured Music Studio” in front of Dr. Ventimiglia’s office.

NOTE: You can call if you get lost, however, be aware that, unless you are expected for an appointment, the phone is not usually answered during lessons.

Conveniently located in the beautiful Lake Highlands area of Dallas, the Love Nurtured Music Studio provides an excellent family setting that is both sincerely warm and professional. Our music teaching studio area is comfortably large and designed so that listening to the music lessons is a pleasurable experience.

There is enough space to accommodate individual and group lessons, as well as at least ten observers. This is important, because when you come for a lesson at our studio, you don’t just sit outside “waiting your turn” -you come in to observe the lesson before and stay for the one after yours. Not only is this a good educational experience, but it also fosters the sense of community that our families cherish.

Our music studio facilities also double as a recital hall, with room for up to 80 people. It’s a great place for student recitals and fun once a month group activities. We also hold home recitals, where different families volunteer to host a recital in their homes on a revolving basis. Of course, the kids appreciate the receptions held after all these events, with their great tables of munchies and snacks!

Even with our wonderful facilities, the Love Nurtured Music Program has its greatest assets in the music learning experience and and its families that together have built a special atmosphere of musical togetherness. The basis for the Suzuki Philosophy is creating a special environment that fosters the development of every child’s talent. At the Love Nurtured Music Studio, everything we do contributes to creating a community of learning where the potential of all children can be realized to the fullest extent.

Love Nurtured Music Program

11882 Greenville Avenue (Greenville & Forest)
Suite B103
Dallas, TX 75243
Phone: (214) 269-8545

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Map & Directions – Schedule a Suzuki music lesson observation – Calendar of events

Summer lessons accelerate learning and give your child an edge with his/her violin learning because of the more relaxed nature of the summer days and less-hectic time children have to practice.

I will be available to teach for 4 to 8 weeks of your choice this summer on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Summer times are reserved on a first-come-first-served basis and the schedule usually fills up quickly. Please register and send/bring in your payment early if you want a specific time, as the time may be booked if you wait until late June.

Please use our Registration/Tuition/Payment Page linked below.

Summer 2016 Violin Lesson Dates:

Fall Semester Starts Monday, August 22, 2016

Summer Lesson Tuition:

30 Min. Lessons: 4=$160; 6=$240; 8=$320
45 Min. Lessons: 4=$240; 6=$360; 8=$480
60 Min. Lessons: 4=$320; 6=$480; 8=$640

Additional lessons available upon request.

Registration and Payment Page

Registration Policies, Information and Forms

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Summer 2015 Violin Lesson Dates:

Fall Semester Starts Monday, August 24, 2015

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Summer 2014 Violin Lesson Dates:

July

Tuesday 1
Wednesday 2
Tuesday 8
Wednesday 9
Tuesday 15
Wednesday 16
Sunday 20: FIDDLE BLAST WORKSHOP!!!
Tuesday 22
Wednesday 23
Tuesday 29
Wednesday 30

August

Tuesday 5
Wednesday 6
Tuesday 12
Wednesday 13
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20

Summer 2013 Violin Lesson Dates:

I will be available to teach for 6 weeks this summer on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

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July

Tuesday 2
Wednesday 3
Gone July 7-12 for Chamber Music Workshop
Tuesday 16
Wednesday 17
Saturday 20: FIDDLE BLAST WORKSHOP!!!
Tuesday 23
Wednesday 24
Tuesday 30
Wednesday 31

August

Gone August 3-12 to Mexico
Tuesday 13
Wednesday 14
Tuesday 20
Wednesday 21
Fall Semester Starts Monday, August 26

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The Love Nurtured Music program embraces the ideals and philosophy of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, founder of the Suzuki Method. The student, teacher and parent are the solid foundation of a learning triangle. The parent attends the lessons, creates a positive home learning environment, and organizes the daily listening and practice sessions.

No previous music or teaching experience is necessary.

Schedule a lesson observation and see for yourself

The Suzuki Philosophy

More than forty years ago, 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 othe rs. 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 an are motivated by each other.

Graded 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.

How do I get my child started on Suzuki Violin?

Start by scheduling a Suzuki lesson observation and see for yourself

The Love Nurtured Music Suzuki Strings Program’s 2016-2017 school year consists of 40 weeks of instruction (40 individual lessons and 32 group lessons, in addition to play-ins, recitals, and concerts). Group lessons of various levels are on Monday evenings. The school year starts on August 22, 2016 and ends on June 23, 2017. There will be breaks usual to the school year for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and spring break (March 11-18, 2017). Holidays with no lessons will be marked with the legend “NO LESSONS.” Summer lessons can also be scheduled in advance for 4, 6, 8 or 10 weeks, depending on availability. Contact Mr. Rigo Murillo for further enrollment and tuition information.

Individual Lessons run from August 22, 2016 through June 23, 2017.
Group Lessons run from September 12, 2016 through May 15, 2017.

Group Lesson Schedule:

• Violin Beginners’ Class: Monday 3:00-3:50 PM
• Violin Book 1: Monday 4:00-4:50 PM
• Violin Late Book 1 to Book 2: Monday 5:00-5:50 PM
• Violin Books 3-4: Monday 6:00-6:50 PM
• Violin Books 5 + Advanced: Monday 7:00-7:50 PM
• Ensemble/Orchestra (Elective): Select Sundays @ 3:00-4:30 PM

Play-In Schedule: 

FALL 
Saturday, February 25 @ 10:00-11:30 AM
Sunday, March 5 @ 2:00-3:30 PM
Saturday, March 25 @ 10:00-11:30 AM (instead of April 1)
Saturday, April 1 @ 10:00-11:30 AM –CANCELLED, Mr. Rigo is judging in College Auditions–
Sunday, April 23 @ 2:00-3:30 PM
Sunday, May 7 @ 3:00-4:45 PM @ Spring Valley UMC- OUR TRADITIONAL SPRING RECITAL

LOVE NURTURED MUSIC PROGRAM 2016-2017 CALENDAR

August

Monday 22 – Individual Lessons Begin

September

Monday 5 – Labor Day – NO LESSONS —
Monday 12 – Group Lessons Begin

October

Monday 31 – Costume Play-In @ LNM Studio; 5:00 PM

November

Tuesday 1 – Four-Payment Plan 2^nd Payment Deadline
Monday 21 – Thanksgiving Week — NO GROUP LESSONS —
Tuesday 21 – Sunday 27 – Thanksgiving Week Break – NO LESSONS –
Monday 28 – Christmas Program Mandatory Rehearsal @ LNM Studio; 5:30-6:45 PM

December

Saturday 3 – Christmas Carols Church Service @ Richardson Spanish SDA; Call Time 3:45 PM
Sunday 11 – Christmas Carols Concert @ Good Shepherd UMC in Lucas; Call Time 1:30 PM
Sunday 21 – Sunday, January 4 Christmas Break – NO LESSONS –

January

Friday 30 – 4-Payment Plan 3^rd Payment Deadline

February

Saturday 25 – Play-In @ LNM Studio; 10:00-11:30 AM

March

Sunday 5 – Play-In @ LNM Studio; 1:45 PM Call Time, starts sharp at 2:00-3:30 PM
Saturday 11 – Sunday 19 – Spring Break – NO LESSONS –
Saturday 25 – Play-In @ LNM Studio; 9:45 AM Call Time, starts sharp at 10:00-11:30 AM

April

Sunday 23 – Play-Inn @ LNM Studio; 1:45 PM Call Time, starts sharp at 2:00-3:30 PM

May

Monday 1 – 4-Payment Plan 4^th Payment Deadline
Monday 1 – Concert Rehearsal @ LNM Studio; 5:30 PM **All Participants Need To Attend**
Sunday 7 – Traditional Spring Recital @ Spring Valley UMC; 2:15 PM Call Time, starts sharp at 3:00-4:45 PM
Monday 15 – Last Day of Group Lessons

June

Friday 23 – Last Day of Individual Lessons

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