PPSI Suzuki Student, SECE, and Sibling
2026 Programming
July 13-17, 2026
SUZUKI STUDENT INSTITUTE -Siblings, SECE, Pre-Twinkle, Suzuki Books 1-5
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Peaks to Plains Suzuki Institute is open to students studying violin, viola, cello, flute, and piano with a Suzuki teacher using the Suzuki Method. We also have enrichment class enrollment options for siblings of all ages who are not enrolled in our instrumental programming so that the entire family can attend PPSI together.
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Students are expected to come prepared with memorized review repertoire (see Preparation list under Participant info) and have a polished piece ready to perform in their master class.
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PPSI is designed to be a family experience and therefore a parent/caregiver should plan to attend classes with their child(ren) under 12 and help them prepare for the daily assignments. Students 12+ years must have a way to contact their parents immediately should an emergency occur. We recognize that it is not possible for every parent to attend a full week of institute, and therefore offer suggestions in our Parent Support section. Please feel free to reach out to the director if you need further suggestions.
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​Student registration admits an accompanying adult, free of charge, to all student and parent activities. ​
Scroll down the page below to see detailed individual program descriptions including specific level and age requirements.
SUZUKI EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CLASS
SECE class is for children 3 weeks- 4 years old who are not yet playing an instrument or enrolled in an instrumental program at PPSI.
* Meets each day M-F from 9:30 am -10:20 am
* Parent/caregiver must attend class with child.
* Bring your child to our daily one-hour SECE class and spend some quality time with them while increasing their musical and developmental skills! SECE music and movement Suzuki class develops language and musical skills, physical coordination, and cognitive skill sets in a nurturing environment.
SIBLINGS
PPSI has enrichment course offerings for siblings of all ages who are not enrolled in instrumental classes at PPSI! Scroll to bottom of this page for descriptions/age requirements of our enrichment class offerings.
* Children ages 0-4 and caregiver may enroll in our daily one hour SECE class.
* Siblings ages 4 and up not enrolled as a Suzuki instrumental student at PPSI can choose to register for enrichment classes for the week!
Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, and Piano
PRE-TWINKLE: Tuition includes 3 classes and a t-shirt
* For beginning Suzuki students who do not yet play all of the twinkle variations fluently.
* Tuition includes 3 classes: a master class, a repertoire class, and a Dalcroze class.
* Students can elect to add additional afternoon enrichment classes for an extra fee.
* Pre-Twinkle core classes begin on Tuesday morning and go through Friday morning (exception: if students elect to add afternoon extra enrichment classes to their morning core classes, classes will then begin Monday afternoon).
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Suzuki ​Violin/Viola/Cello/Piano/Flute
Students in Books 1-3:
Tuition includes 5 classes and a t-shirt (students may elect to add an additional enrichment class for an extra fee if they do not wish to have one class period off each day)
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Violin, Viola, and Cello students in Book 1 will be scheduled for a master class, repertoire class, dalcroze or IJAM, and two additional enrichment classes. Violin, Viola, and Cello students in Books 2 and 3 will be scheduled for a master class, a repertoire class, dalcroze or IJAM, a fiddling class, and one additional enrichment class.
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Piano students in Books 1, 2 and 3 will be scheduled for a master class, repertoire class, dalcroze or IJAM, piano ensemble, and one additional enrichment class.
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Flute students in Book 1 will be scheduled for a masterclass, repertoire class, dalcroze or IJAM, Irish Whistle, and one additional enrichment class. Flute students in Books 2 and 3 will be scheduled for a masterclass, repertoire class, dalcroze or IJAM, Irish Flute, and one additional enrichment class.
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Suzuki Violin students in Book 4 and 5, Viola students in Book 4,
Cello students in Book 4, Piano students in Books 4 and 5,
and Flute Students in Books 4, 5, and 6:
Tuition includes 6 classes and a t-shirt.
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Violin, Viola, and Cello students will be scheduled for a master class, repertoire class, dalcroze or IJAM, fiddling class, a chamber ensemble class, and one additional enrichment class. ​
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Piano students will be scheduled for a master class, a repertoire class, dalcroze or IJAM, piano ensemble, piano improvisation class, and one additional enrichment class.
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Flute students will be scheduled for a master class, repertoire class, dalcroze or IJAM, Irish flute, Flute Choir, and one additional enrichment class.
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EXPLANATION OF CLASSES:
* Master class – Class with 3-5 students in which each student takes turns receiving one-on-one instruction from a faculty member each day.
* Repertoire class – This group class focuses on repertoire review, ensemble playing, technique, as well as preparation for concert performance.
* Enrichment classes – See below for more details about our enrichment classes opportunities for this year.
ENRICHMENTS
Students are enrolled in a number of enrichment classes to complete their schedule. Everyone will have the opportunity to select their enrichment choices in order of preference during registration. Every effort will be made to give students their top choices, but this cannot be guaranteed. Our first priority is to place students in classes that are age and level appropriate. Much care is taken to fit the requests of all, but once the schedule is set it cannot be easily adjusted so please rank your preferences thoughtfully.
* Note: Suzuki Book 1-3 Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano, and Flute students will have one free period a day unless they elect to register for an extra enrichment class for an additional fee. During their free period, students can practice, read a book, and have a snack in designated areas. Practice rooms will be available on a first come basis and there will be areas to lounge.
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See below for details about our enrichment classes opportunities for this year: ​
SUZUKI EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CLASSES (SECE)
open to students 3 weeks - 4 years old and siblings of Suzuki/Advanced students attending PPSI
This daily one-hour SECE music and movement Suzuki class is open to children 3 weeks- 4 years old (who are not yet playing an instrument or enrolled in an instrumental program at PPSI) and their caregiver. SECE classes develop language and musical skills, physical coordination, and cognitive skill sets in a nurturing environment.
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DALCROZE EURHYTHMICS
open to pre-twinklers and up and siblings ages 5 and up
Join Lori Forden in Dalcroze class! Dalcroze is the training of the body through rhythmic movement, the senses through intense listening, and creativity through imagination and improvisation in order to enrich and enliven music making.
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INTERACTIVE JOURNEY THROUGH ART & MUSIC (IJAM)
open to Book 1 and up and siblings ages 5 and up
Join Michele Horner in this exciting new class offering at PPSI! Michele covers 1200 years of art and music history in a fun-filled, hands on, action-packed class that has garnered rave reviews from children and adults all over the U.S and beyond! Michele makes connections between painting, music, sculpture, and architecture helping instrumental students to better relate to their pieces - non-instrumentalists will also enjoy Michele’s dynamic and energetic presentation. This class is scaled to interest people of all ages. Interesting fact: Michele has taught IJAM to students from NY across the U.S. all the way to Australia! ​
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IRISH WHISTLE
open to anyone ages 5 and up and siblings- No previous experience necessary!
Students will explore the fun of playing the Irish Whistle in this class. We will learn the basics of playing and some traditional tunes for beginning whistle players. These skills can also be transferred to other Celtic instruments like the flute and the pipes!
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CAPOEIRA
open to all ages and siblings- No previous experience necessary!
Martial arts done to a Brazilian beat! Learn cool moves, try fun games, and play Afrobrazilian folkloric songs and instruments. Join Mestre Beringela, Lewis Lease, who co-leads United Capoeira Association Colorado, and learn to play Capoeira!
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ART
open to all ages and siblings- No previous experience necessary!
Join Sandra Davis for some fun and informative time with art supplies. Who knows what masterpieces you will get to take home!
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OTHER ENRICHMENTS
note: Suzuki students are automatically enrolled in the following enrichment classes
according to Suzuki levels listed below
FIDDLING
violin, viola, and cello books 2 and up
Join world-renowned fiddler and teacher, Crystal Plohman Wiegman, to learn traditional fiddle tunes from Irish, bluegrass, and old time styles. These tunes will be taught with authentic style and rhythm and will include an introduction to backup chopping and fiddle kick improv! Classes will be tailored to fit different age groups and levels of experience.
IRISH WHISTLE flute book 1
IRISH FLUTE flute books 2-6
PIANO ENSEMBLE piano books 1 and up
PIANO IMPROVISATION
piano books 4 and 5
Join our piano faculty in an exploration of improvisation! This class will introduce skills and concepts for improvising on simple chord progressions and 12-bar blues. Classes will be tailored to fit different levels of experiences in improvising.
CHAMBER MUSIC
violin books 4-5, viola book 4, and cello Book 4
An exciting opportunity to make music in a smaller ensemble. Work with our faculty to hone your skills in listening, matching techniques, collaboration, and creating a beautiful group tone.