PRE–READING (PRE–TWINKLERS) • $385

Time & Dates

• July 14–18, 2025
• 8:45–11:50 AM daily

Requirements

• Pre-Twinklers have reached or just passed song #8 in Suzuki Book 1A or is in String Sprouts Level 4 or 5
• Caregiver attendance required
• No placement video needed

Highlights & Notes

• Pre-Twinklers will have a Masterclass, Repertoire and Art classes each day
• Will perform in the Repertoire class concert on Friday, July 18 (time TBA)
• Pre-Twinklers and Caregivers welcome to stay for lunch and lunch-time concerts each day

PRE–ORCHESTRA • $560

Time & Dates

• July 14–18, 2025
• 8:45 AM–4:05 PM daily

Requirements

• Pre-Orchestra campers are in Book 1B, 2A or are in String Sprouts Level 4 or 5.
• Caregiver attendance required for campers 8 and younger
• Placement video required – submission deadline June 2, 2025

Highlights

• Pre-Orchestra campers have these classes daily:
  • Masterclass
  • Repertoire
  • Technique
  • Reading Orchestra (non-performing)
  • Elective
  • Practice hour
• Will perform in the Repertoire class concert on Friday, July 18 (time TBA)

JUNIOR & INTERMEDIATE • $560

Time & Dates

• July 14–18, 2025
• 8:45 AM–4:05 PM daily

Requirements

• Junior campers are in Book 2B or 3
• Intermediate campers are in Books 4–6
• Caregiver attendance required for campers 8 and younger
• Placement video required – submission deadline June 2, 2025

Highlights

• Junior & Intermediate campers have these classes daily:
  • Masterclass
  • Repertoire
  • Technique
  • Orchestra
  • Elective
  • Practice hour
• Will perform in the Repertoire class concert on Friday, July 18 (time TBA) and Orchestra class concert

ADVANCED STRINGS ACADEMY • $650

Time & Dates

• July 14–18, 2025
• 8:45 AM–4:05 PM daily

Requirements

• Advanced Strings Academy campers are on or past Suzuki Book 7
• Prior training in the Suzuki Method is not required
• Placement video required – submission deadline June 2, 2025

Highlights

• Advanced Strings Academy campers have these classes daily:
  • Masterclass
  • Repertoire
  • Technique
  • Orchestra
  • Elective
  • Practice hour

GENERAL STUDENT SCHEDULE

July 14

• 7:30–8 AM — Check in
• 8–9 AM — Welcome and orientation
• 9–9:50 AM — Class block 1
• 10–10:50 AM — Class block 2
• 11–11:50 AM — Class block 3
• 11:50 AM–12:35 PM — Lunch
• 12:45–1:15 PM — Concert
• 1:30–2:15 PM — Class block 4
• 2:25–3:05 PM — Class block 5
• 3:15–4:05 PM — Class block 6
• 4:05–5 PM — Popsicle social and student recital rehearsals

July 15–17

• 8:30–8:50 AM — Tune ups
• 9–9:50 AM — Class block 1
• 10–10:50 AM — Class block 2
• 11–11:50 AM — Class block 3
• 11:50 AM–12:35 PM — Lunch
• 12:45–1:15 PM — Concert
• 1:30–2:15 PM — Class block 4
• 2:25–3:05 PM — Class block 5
• 3:15–4:05 PM — Class block 6

July 18

• 8:30–8:50 AM — Tune ups
• 9–9:50 AM — Class block 1
• 10–10:50 AM — Class block 2
• 11–11:50 AM — Class block 3
• 11:50 AM–12:35 PM — Lunch
• 12:45–1:15 PM — Concert
• 1:30–2:15 PM — Class block 4
• 2:25–3:05 PM — Class block 5
• 3:15–4:05 PM — Class block 6
• Evening — Repertoire and Orchestra class concerts; times TBA

Core Classes

Depending on their level, campers at Omaha Conservatory of Music’s Suzuki Institute will take part in a combination of the following: Masterclass, Technique class, Repertoire class, and Orchestra appropriate to their level and experience.

• Masterclass – 50-minute, semi-private lesson with 1-3 other students who are at a similar level. Each student takes turns having one-on-one instruction with the teacher while all other students observe.
• Technique Class – This is a class that focuses on developing both individual and ensemble skills on their instrument.
• Repertoire Class – This class focuses on learning Suzuki repertoire appropriate for specific levels and instruments. Every Repertoire class will perform on the final concert on July 12.
• Orchestra – Depending on level, students will be placed in a reading or non-reading orchestra. The reading Orchestra class students will rehearse daily and perform in a final concert on July 18.

Electives

In addition to Core Classes, students will participate in enriching electives. Exciting new electives to be announced soon!

A NON-REFUNDABLE $75 DEPOSIT IS DUE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION

Tuition

• Pre-Twinklers — $385
• Pre-Orchestra — $560
• Junior & Intermediate — $560
• Advanced Strings Academy — $650

Housing & Meals

Information coming January 2025.

Registration opens January 13, 2025 and closes on June 2, 2025.

Suzuki Institute campers will be asked to submit a placement video for faculty to reference when creating camper schedules.

• Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
• Joslyn Museum*
• Wildlife Safari State Park
• Omaha Children’s Museum
• Kaneko
• Coneflower Creamery
• Elmwood Park*
• Kiewit Luminarium
• Durham Museum*
• Platte River State Park
• Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum
• eCreamery
• Mahoney State Park*
• Gene Leahy Mall*
• Old Market
• Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge (has a splash-park!)*
• Lauritzen Gardens
• Fontenelle Forest
• Neale Woods
• The Rose Theater
• Swimming day passes at the Jewish Community Center, YMCA, Cottonwood Hotel!

* Designates a free activity!

If your student must withdraw from Suzuki Institute, the $75 deposit is nonrefundable. Further details regarding withdrawal dates for Suzuki Institute 2025 will be available in January 2025.