Curious about the Suzuki philosophy and method of teaching? 


Learn more by enrolling in the introductory course, Every Child Can!

Every Child Can

Katrin St Clair
Aug 3-6, 2026
6 class hours
In person course

Participants must be high school graduates and 18 years old.

Every Child Can (ECC) is an introduction to Dr. Suzuki’s philosophy and its application to Suzuki education. For parents, teachers, administrators, and prospective teachers, this course provides an inspiring, in-depth look at the Suzuki approach to teaching and learning.

This course will meet Mon-Thurs 1:15-3 pm with a 15-minute break around 2 pm. It is specifically scheduled to allow Suzuki parents to participate. If you have a child enrolled at JSSI, please email Erin for a discount code to save $50. 

Get all the details and enroll on the SAA website:
https://suzukiassociation.org/event/every-child-can-jssi/

Each of our trainers has decades of experience teaching artistry.

Many of them studied in Japan with Dr. Suzuki.

Join us this summer and.. 

• Begin your Suzuki journey

• Increase your visibility and standing in the Suzuki community

• Forge lasting relationships with colleagues and Suzuki mentors

• Experience the magic of Japan-Seattle Suzuki Institute

Japan-Seattle Suzuki Institute SAA Approved

This season’s institute will be in-person with some online training options

…so enjoy the convience of online training hours AND the benefits of hands-on experience with these great mentors!

 Registration for in-person training includes:

• Class hours as scheduled

• Access to masterclasses, technique classes, and repertoire classes
to fulfill required observation hours, as well as pre-recorded lessons with the trainers who are offering an online option


• Attendance at our inspiring Honors Recitals

• Admission to our special performances featuring
Young Artist faculty members Amy Barston, Elisa Barston, and 
Amber Archibald-Sešek

• Participation in our Parent Talks 

Gain confidence and credibility while your teaching skills flourish in our teacher workshops!