Ensemble playing is a great way for students to experience the interactive aspect of music-making. Susan places students in groups of compatible level and ability.
One of Susan's string ensemble performing for Girdler House retirement home residents in Beverly
My Philosophy
As a performer, I realize how important and enjoyable it is to play music together with others. In an ensemble setting, one learns how to blend tone, pitch and rhythm to make music as a group. In addition to being educational and challenging, ensemble-playing is social and fun--from the earliest beginner levels to advanced chamber music.
While private lessons are essential in learning to play an instrument because they provide the ideal one-on-one setting for efficient skill development, integrating ensembles with private lessons offers a comprehensive musical experience for students of all levels.
Susan conducting her middle-school orchestra students performing the Albinoni "Adagio" and Vivaldi "Gloria."
“Thank you for being a steadfast center in the teaching process. The concert was delightful in many ways, including showing the students both in their individuality and in their ability to work together. Thank you for having the soul force to help bring this out in them””