How do I choose between the regular program and the Young Artist program? 

Regular Program

Books 6-8
$685-700
  • No audition required
  • Daily masterclass institute-style with opportunity to play individually for instructor 20-30 minutes each day and observe other students
  • Technique class
  • Repertoire class, leading to a performance at the final concert (see rep list and please REVIEW all Suzuki pieces)
  • Advanced Orchestra, leading to a performance on Friday
  • Choice of enrichment classes (see https://japanseattle.org/enrichment-classes/)
  • Teen Social for students 12+
  • Masterclasses with Amy Barston, Amber Archibald-Sešek, Elisa Barston or Dr. Kara Eubanks

Young Artists

Viola/Cello Book 6+, Violin Book 9+
$800
  • Video audition required
  • Daily university/conservatory-style masterclass with two 30-minute opportunities to play individually for Amy Barston (cello), Amber Archibald-Sešek (viola), Elisa Barston or Dr. Kara Eubanks (violin), while observing other Young Artists on the days not playing
  • Advanced technique/repertoire class with Amy Barston, Amber Archibald-Sešek, or Dr. Kara Eubanks, leading to a performance at the final concert (see YA rep list).
  • Advanced Orchestra, leading to a performance on Friday
  • Daily Chamber Music with coach
  • Peak Performance: Body, Mind, and Practice with Kayleigh Miller
  • Teen Social for students 12+
  • Choice of enrichment classes
  • Daily personal masterclass attention