Children’s Music Lessons
When considering music lessons for your child it is important to find a school and teacher that will engage your children’s interests, ignite a passion for learning and love of music, and develop their character in a positive life changing way.
Children who engage in a Suzuki musical education benefit from more than just learning to play an instrument. At the SSSG the unique Suzuki methodology (link to suzuki method landing page) of teaching enables teachers and parents to establish a vision for the child’s future beyond music.
To support the healthy growth and character development of children through the study, practice, and performance of music.
To build a musical connection between the child, the parent, the teacher, and the community.
To promote the idea that every child can participate and flourish through a musical community.
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Weekly private lessons in violin, viola & cello (36 weeks from September to June)
Suzuki early childhood education (SECE) for children 0 10 3, accompanied by an adult
Regular group lessons: Orchestra, chamber music, rhythmic reading
Workshops: Solo and group performance opportunities
Parent support Additional learning through observation of other student’s lessons
Flexible approach customized to each child
Violin and viola instruction also available in French
RCM exam preparation for intermediate and advanced students
University audition preparation
Exceptional teaching by world-renowned faculty
A community of like-minded families and teachers
Financial assistance
Classes are held at the beautiful Guelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC)
A connection with the international Suzuki community. Millions of students on all continents!
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For a 30 minute lesson and full program offering, the cost is around $2,500 per school year (September to June).
Fees are payable all at once, or in monthly installments.
A Family Fee is payable when you register.
Fees do not include the cost of instruments.
Costs subject to change.
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The earlier the better! We offer a Suzuki Early Childhood Education program (link to Suzuki ECE page) for children 0-3 years old accompanied by an adult, This program is an ideal preparation for instrument lessons.
Starting instrument lessons: Children of preschool age have an insatiable desire to learn. We take students as young as 3 years old. Learning an instrument at such a young age will have a positive impact on their development for years to come.
Note: With young children it is best to come for lessons during the day if at all possible. According to the Ontario School Act: "A child is excused from attendance if he or she is absent for the purpose of receiving instruction in music and the period of absence does not exceed one-half day in any week."
How to begin
Contact our administrator Lynda Hester for more information about the program at 519-821-2890 or email
Our Scholarships & Funds
If you need financial help to enrol your children, Suzuki String School of Guelph offers a series of alternatives.
Bursary Fund
The SSSG has a Bursary Fund to assist students in financial need. Applications for assistance are reviewed by a committee that is independent of the school.
The SSSG gives out close to $15,000 in bursaries every year.
Any SSSG student registering for the full program is eligible to apply, even first year students. The
Introductory Program is not covered.
Kiera Schneider Memorial Scholarship
Kiera Schneider was a violin student in the Suzuki String School of Guelph who passed away in 2000 following a car accident.
The Suzuki String School of Guelph established the Kiera Schneider Memorial Scholarship to enable first or second year Suzuki String School of Guelph students to attend the Southwestern Ontario Suzuki Institute.
Iris Tryon Memorial Scholarship
The Iris Tryon Memorial Scholarship is a bursary for full tuition for one school year.
There are two categories under which to apply.
1. Students who have been in the school for 5 or more years
2. Students who have been in the school for 1 to 4 years
This scholarship is not available to first-year students.