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Suzuki Voice School, Volume 1 (International Edition): Accompaniment CD

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Suzuki Voice School, Volume 1 (International Edition): Accompaniment CD

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By Shinichi Suzuki

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Teach voice with the popular Suzuki Voice School! The Suzuki Method® of Talent Education is based on Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Shinichi Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Students are taught using the "mother-tongue" approach. Each series of books for a particular instrument in the Suzuki Method is considered a Suzuki music school, such as the Suzuki Voice School. Suzuki lessons are generally given in a private studio setting with additional group lessons. The student listens to the recordings and work with their Suzuki voice teacher to develop their potential as a musician and as a person.

This Suzuki voice method, Volume 1 CD is a great tool for Suzuki Method lessons, encouraging at-home practice. This CD features accompanist Marjaana Merikanto.

Titles: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star (Folk Song) * Cindy Went to Shower (Folk Song) * Circle Song (Folk Song) * Honeybee (Folk Song) * Mary Had a Little Lamb (Folk Song) * Cuckoo (Folk Song) * The Bunny Family (M.R. Väkevä) * Lightly Row (Folk Song) * A Cat and a Giant (Folk Song) * Long, Long Ago (T.H. Bayly, Lyrics by M. Louhi) * The Fox is Crying (Folk Song) * Cradle Song - Mozart's Lullaby (F. Fleischmann) * Squirrel Song (P.J. Hannikainen) * A Guess (Folk Song) * Wild Mice Song (Folk Song) * Baking Song (Folk Song) * Traffic Lights (Folk Song) * The Ski Jumping Bunny Boy (G. Malmstén) * Goodbye Song (Folk Song) * Rockabye Baby  (Folk Song) * Zulu Lullaby (Folk Song) * Iroquois Lullaby (Folk Song) * All the Pretty Little Horses (Folk Song).

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Series: Suzuki Violin School
Publisher: Alfred Music
ISBN10: 1-4706-5285-4
ISBN13: 978-1-4706-5285-2
UPC: 038081548173
SKU: 00-47839

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About the Composer: Shinichi Suzuki

Shinichi Suzuki (1898-1998) was a Japanese violinist, pedagogue, and philosopher who fundamentally reshaped how the world teaches music to children. Convinced that musical ability is not innate but developed through environment and training, he created the Suzuki Method, a pedagogical approach centered on listening, imitation, and parental involvement. His "mother-tongue" philosophy treats music acquisition like language acquisition: children absorb it naturally through repeated exposure and guided practice before formal instruction.

Suzuki's influence extends far beyond the violin. His method has been adapted for voice, piano, cello, flute, and numerous other instruments, serving millions of students worldwide. He believed that developing a child's musical potential simultaneously develops character, discipline, and sensitivity. The Suzuki Voice School carries forward his vision that every child can sing beautifully and meaningfully.

Why we love this

This accompaniment CD anchors the Suzuki Voice School methodology in the way Suzuki intended: through careful listening and repetition at home. The curated repertoire moves logically from simple folk melodies to slightly more complex material, and the consistent, supportive accompaniment provided by pianist Marjaana Merikanto gives young singers a stable musical foundation. Using the recordings daily transforms practice time into a naturally musical experience rather than a technical drill.

What to expect

The recordings capture the quiet joy of early vocal discovery: accessible melodies sung with gentle clarity, accompanied by warm, unobtrusive piano work that supports rather than overwhelms. These are songs that invite singers to explore their voices naturally and discover how musical expression sounds when supported by a caring accompanist.

Who it's for

This CD is essential for students working through Suzuki Voice School Volume 1 with a private voice teacher. It serves families committed to the Suzuki Method's philosophy of consistent, guided home practice and parental support. Young singers benefit most when they have a teacher who can model correct technique and help them interpret the material authentically.

How to get the most out of it

  • Listen to the recording multiple times before attempting to sing, allowing your ear to absorb the melody, phrasing, and expressive quality.
  • Sing along with the accompaniment daily, even if only for a few minutes; repetition builds vocal confidence and musical memory.
  • Match the accompanist's tempo and style precisely, treating the recording as your live rehearsal partner.
  • Work with your Suzuki voice teacher to isolate challenging phrases and practice them separately before singing the entire piece with the recording.

How to use it

This CD belongs in the home practice routine of every Suzuki voice student working through Volume 1. It provides the auditory model and musical partnership that allows daily practice to reinforce what the student learns in lessons without requiring a live accompanist. The recordings should be heard regularly, ideally daily, forming the sonic landscape of the student's musical development.

Skills your students will build

  • Listening for accuracy in pitch and phrasing
  • Singing in time with piano accompaniment
  • Developing musicality through model performances
  • Building vocal confidence with repeated repertoire
  • Understanding proper interpretation of folk songs and simple melodic literature

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