ARSA has issued 39 ARSA teacher certificates in the past year with 1 correction of 2023 certificates. (DEC. 2023- DEC. 2024)
2023/ FEB: 1 certificate (correction of last regulation year)
2023/ JUL-DEC: 3 certificates
2024/ JAN-DEC: 36 certificates
AN IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE ISA CONCERNING UNAUTHORIZED ONLINE POSTINGS BY TONEBASE
The International Suzuki Association and its ISA Instrument Committees are not responsible nor endorse the content of the newly posted Suzuki Violin & Cello School online teaching courses from the company tonebase. The ISA was not requested nor did it approve any license or use of its trademark by tonebasefor these online courses. Exclusive copyright assigned by Dr. Suzuki and owned by the ISA does not permit any reproduction of the Suzuki Violin or Cello School nor any copyrighted material without the ISA’s explicit permission.
Please be advised that the ISA is actively investigating this unauthorized usage bytonebase. The ISA thanks its teacher members for their diligence to the integrity of the Suzuki Method.
The Early Years of The Suzuki Method in the Americas from the ASTA Journal Archives
The Talent Education movement in the Americas owes a great debt to the original pioneers of the Suzuki Method who were leaders in the American String Teachers Association during the 1960s and 1970s. The following ASTA Journal articles highlight many of the activities sponsored by ASTA members around the US and Canada in these early years, exploring this new pedagogical approach advanced by Dr. Suzuki.
ISA appreciates the cooperation of Lynn Tuttle, ASTA Executive Director & CEO, and the current ASTA Board of Directors for permission to reprint these fascinating articles.
The Suzuki Method: The Life and Times of Dr. Shin’ichi Suzuki
by Fumiyo Kuramochi Translated by Lili Selden
The ISA is proud to present the first installment from this new biography of Dr. Suzuki by his former student and noted Suzuki pedagogue, Fumiyo Kuramochi. In her capacity as Head of the Textbook Committee for TERI, she has undertaken this important and daunting task of chronicling not only Dr. Suzuki’s work to establish the Talent Education movement, but also an in-depth look at his family and their roots in Japanese society that fostered Dr. Suzuki’s reflections and motivated his pursuit of this idea that has affected so many lives around the world now for generations, and continues to greatly influence not only instrumental pedagogy, but educational philosophy in general.
Announcing the Addition of Explanatory Graphs to the Kendall Teaching Videos Archive
The ISA is indebted to Dr. Brian Buckstead for permitting his research on the teaching techniques of Suzuki Method pioneer John Kendall to be posted on this website. His illustrations provide a valuable visual resource to the aural presentation in the Kendall Teaching Videos.
Please use the link below to access these materials (scroll to the bottom of the page):
ARSA has issued 111 ARSA Teacher Certificates in the past 2 years.
2022: 76 Certificates
2023: 35 Certificates
Italian Court Ruling Affirms the Exclusive Use of SUZUKI™ Method and Trademark by the ISA and Its Affiliated Regional Associations
In March 2022, a violin teacher, who studied and obtained a certification from the Deutsches Suzuki Institut (DSG), claimed, within a precautionary proceeding before the Court of Turin in Italy, (i) to be entitled to qualify herself as “Suzuki teacher” or “Suzuki Method violin teacher” and (ii) to lawfully use such expressions without infringing the SUZUKI trademark. Istituto Suzuki Italiano (ISI) and International Suzuki Association (ISA) defended the SUZUKI trademark and strenuously contested the opposing arguments and requested that the teacher’s use of the SUZUKI trademark be prohibited.
ISI and ISA, in particular, highlighted how DSG is no longer part of the Suzuki™ network as of 2011, and how, therefore, DSG is not entitled to issue any certification relating to the Suzuki™ Method.
The Court upheld ISI’s and ISA’s arguments and therefore inhibited the teacher’s use of the SUZUKI sign and consequently of the title “Suzuki teacher” and “Suzuki Method violin teacher”, as she had not obtained certification from an institute accredited with the Suzuki™ network.
This is an extremely significant decision at a European level, since the Court has recognized that the worldwide Suzuki™ network governed by ISA is the only legitimate entity to teach – and train – the Suzuki™ Method and entitled to exclusive use of the SUZUKI trademark.
The International Suzuki Association (ISA) was founded in 1983 as a non-profit organization in Dallas, Texas in order to serve as a coalition of Suzuki Associations throughout the world. Its primary purpose is to serve as a co-ordination center and to protect the “Suzuki” name and rights. The ISA was designated by Dr. Suzuki as the sole authorized organization which can grant rights to the use of his name and the marks “Suzuki”, “SUZUKI™ Method”, and other similar terms throughout the world.
At present, five Regional Associations have been licensed by the International Suzuki Association and been given rights to grant sub-licenses to national associations or other organizations within their area.
(As stated on ISA website)
ARSA welcomes Carolyn Kleiner Cheng as our newly appointed ARSA Suzuki Piano Teacher Trainer
CAROLYN KLEINER CHENG
Carolyn Kleiner Cheng holds a Bachelor’s degree in Piano from the University of the Philippines, summa cum laude, and a Master’s degree in Piano with distinction from the New England of Conservatory of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. A prizewinner in the Manila Symphony Orchestra Young Artists’ Competitions, she has played with the National Philharmonic Orchestra, the Manila Symphony Orchestra and in solo recitals.
A retired faculty member of the University of the Philippines (U.P.) College of Music, Carolyn received training in the Suzuki Method from Prof. Carmencita Arambulo and has been teaching it since the 1980’s at Greenhills Music Studio and the U.P. Extension Program. She has had several prize winners in the yearly competitions of the Piano Teachers’ Guild of the Philippines as well as in the National Music Competition for Young Artists. She is presently President of the Philippine Suzuki Association and has just been designated ARSA piano teacher trainer.
ARSA would like to express our heartfelt condolences
to Mrs Arambulo’s Family and PSA
ARSA’s Eulogy for Mrs Carmencita Guanzon Arambulo
The Asia Region Suzuki Association mourns the passing of Carmencita Guanzon Arambulo. Carmencita established the Suzuki Method in the Philippines in 1998 and devoted herself to her many talented piano students. She was also extremely influential in founding the Asia Suzuki Association and subsequently in 2016 the current Asia Region Suzuki Association (ARSA). She believed deeply in Dr. Suzuki’s philosophy and strove to further his legacy of teaching with love, nurturing the hearts of children and building a better world through music education. Her work as a piano teacher trainer brought her into contact with hundreds of piano teachers throughout Asia. She was guest faculty in countless workshops and conferences and an inspiration to students, teachers and parents alike. We will miss her voice that brought enthusiasm and positivity to every room- whether a lesson, meeting, a concert or a meal. Her voice will remain in our hearts and minds as we continue her work and legacy. Our deepest condolences to her family members and may she rest in peace.
Suzuki Voice School (Volume One)
Alfred Music and The International Suzuki Voice committee are pleased to present Suzuki Voice School Volume One.This publication is the cooperative effort of the International Suzuki Voice Committee together with Dr. Kukkamäki, who have worked on Volume One preparation and proofreading since 2004. It sees the culmination of many years of dedication and support from teachers across the world.”Singing together in many languages is a unique experience and allows so much more than music to foster – it crosses cultural divides and brings us together through singing.”
New Recordings for
Suzuki Violin School Volume 4
Coming Spring 2022!
The International Suzuki Association, in conjunction with Alfred Music, is pleased to announce the highly anticipated recordings of the Suzuki Violin School, Volumes 4–6 by internationally renowned violinist Augustin Hadelich in collaboration with
pianist Kuang-Hao Huang. The new recordings will replace all existing ones associated with the Suzuki Violin School International Editions, Volumes 4–6. Upon release, recordings will be available on CD and via digital download and for teaching and practice purposes within SmartMusic.
ARSA would like to express our heartfelt condolences
to mrs suzuki’s family and teri.
Obituary of Ms. Hiroko Suzuki
Ms. Hiroko Suzuki, former president of TERI, passed away on August 13, 2021. She was 80 years old. She is a niece of Dr. Shin’ichi Suzuki, the founder of Suzuki Method, and she grew up listening to Schubert’s “Unfinished” at the suggestion of Dr. Suzuki. She graduated from Toho Gakuen School of Music with honors and has been a TERI violin and viola teacher since she was a student.
She served as the 4th President of TERI from 2013 to 2016 and has been the Honorary President of ISA from 2020.
She had been ill for several months and had been recuperating at home. She passed away peacefully at 9:00 a.m. on the 13th, attended by her son, Shigeru Ishikawa, her daughter, Sakiko Ishikawa (a piano teacher at TERI), and other family members.
The family wishes to hold a farewell party when the corona pandemic has settled down. We would like to express our deepest gratitude to Ms. Suzuki for her contribution to the Suzuki Method over the years, and we pray for the repose of her soul.
Ryugo Hayano, TERI president
The 70th Suzuki Method Summer School Commemorative
Saturday, July 31, 2021
“Student Concert” at 13:00 – 15:00 (Japan Standard Time)
The board of the International Suzuki Association ( ISA) and the board of Asia Region Suzuki Association (ARSA) have approved the application of Korea Suzuki Association ( KSA) to participate as a full country member of ARSA. The sub-license agreement was signed by all parties in March 2021. Welcome KSA!
CONGRATULATIONS!!
ARSA Examinations Passed May 18, 2019- January 11, 2020
CELLO Examiner Bai Chi Chen
Book 1 Neeranuch Pothipattananont (6 July 2019)
Book 2 Tapalin Charoensook (6 July 2019)
GUITAR Examiner Zeah Riordan
Book 1 David Alexander K. Cheng (July 7, 2019), Low Kim Pin (July 7, 2019), Gabriel Ramos (July 7, 2019)
Book 2 Phil C. Valdez (July 7, 2019)
PIANO Examiner Carmencita Arambulo
Book 1 Barbara Irene Gavas Bennett (October 21, 2019), Han Soo Yeon (October 21, 2019), Hui Phoebe Yan Ting (October 21, 2019), Banchinda Laothai (October 21, 2019), Miracle Ramano (October 21, 2019)
Book 2 Wu Yi (July 21, 2019), Xu Jie (July 21, 2019)
Book 3 Li Linzhong (November 21, 2019)
PIANO Examiner Katarzyna Borowiak
Book 1 Ang Chor Eng (April 19, 2019)
VIOLIN Examiner Dr. Lan Ku Chen
Book 1 Shirley Loo Shu Ting (May 18, 2019), Liu, Ya-Chih (June 9, 2019), Chen Qian (August 22, 2019)), Su Huaking (August 22, 2019), Maya Monika (Nov. 19, 2019), Andre Loong (Nov. 10, 2019)
Book 2 Calvin Lee Chee Keong (May 18, 2019), Kang Ting Ting (July 11, 2019), Frida Effrien (Nov. 19, 2019), Mellody Arben (January 11, 2020),
Book 3 Una Lauw (May 18, 2019), Lim Xiao Teng Mae (May 18, 2019), Toh, Yuan- Lu (June 9, 2019), Praewa Saithai (August 5, 2019), Stephanie Hosea (Nov. 19, 2019), Therese Wirakesuma (Nov. 19, 2019), Maulida Isnaini (Nov. 19, 2019), Elizabeth Ongko (Nov. 19, 2019), Suprapto Wiro Utomo (January 11, 2020)
The International Suzuki Association is pleased to welcome three new Board members for 2020:
Anke van der Bijl, Netherlands (ESA Representative)
Christophe Bossuat, France (At-Large Director)
Therese Wirakesuma, Indonesia (At-Large Director)
Please read their bio and message to the members in July 2020 ISA Online Journal.
Here is the screen shot from theISA Board of Directors Meeting October 2020 via Zoom – across 23 time zones!
Top Row: Simon Griffiths (PPSA), Therese Wirakesuma (ALD), Allen Lieb (CEO)
Middle Row: Christophe Bossuat (ALD), Anke van der Bijl (ESA), Pamela Brasch (SAA)
Bottom Row: Carey Beth Hockett (ALD), Ryugo Hayano (TERI), Lan Ku Chen (ARSA)
A Consensus Statement Concerning Online Teacher-Training from the ISA Board of Directors – October 2020
‘In-person, individual approaches to training and mentoring teachers are foundational to the Suzuki Method and are an essential component in Suzuki Teacher Development.
In current circumstances, ISA supports virtual teacher training as a temporary solution for maintaining teaching programs in the regions.
Technology is a powerful tool but cannot replace the essential elements of human connection and live interaction.’
“Given the spread of the COVID-19 infection throughout the world, TERI has decided to cancel the 69th Summer School that was scheduled for July 31~August 3, 2020.
We know that some participants have already made plans to attend and we are very sorry for the inconveniences this will cause. “
Alfred Music Releases New Suzuki Violin Recordings by Hilary Hahn
Non-TERI members are able to register for the Summer School through the Tobu Top Tours Registration Website. A link to the Registration Website will appear on the above website. The registration period is from 10:00 JST on May 10 (Fri.) to 17:00 JST on May 27 (Mon.).
All previously published print copies of the ISA Journal, dating from 1990 – 2004, are now online. Enjoy reading though articles from the past, many of which were written by Dr. Suzuki on Talent Education philosophy and pedagogy. Share your favorite articles with fellow teachers and with families in your studio. Gain new insights or refresh your thinking on Talent Education and its principles.
The ISA thanks Pam Brasch, Jackie Corina, Jason Hardgrave, Susan Kempter and Aaron Van Heyningen for their assistance on this project.
Look for a new ISA Journal to be posted online during Spring 2019!
Thailand Association for Talent Education (ARSA Violin Teacher Exam / 1st September 2018) Book 1: Karuna Boonyuen (TATE) Book 2: Kamolmas Charoensook 、Kamolporn Byagghateja、 Punyawas Manomaiphibul (TATE)、 Chen Kein Wooi (TEGM)、Lee Su-Wyn, Annette、Mae Lim (STEAS) Book 3: Polyiam Palitponganpim (TATE)
Thailand Association for Talent Education (ARSA Piano Teacher Exam / 28th September 2018) Book1: Vorarat Wattanasombat (TATE)
Taiwan Talent Education Association (ARSA Violin Teacher Exam/ 16th September 2018) Book 2 : Chen Yong Hui、Fang Jian、He Run Ze、 Qiaoxi Zhang (FMTEA)
Suzuki Music Association of Indonesia (ARSA Violin Teacher Exam / 15th November 2018) Book 1: Aster lstya Nurati、Mellady Arben (SMAI) Book 2: Stephanie Hosea (SMAI)
Suzuki Music Association of Indonesia (ARSA Violin Teacher Exam / 20th November 2018) Book 2: Elizabeth Suryani Ongko、Suprato Wiro Utomo (SMAI)
“We take the allegations of sexual misconduct that have been made against violinist William Preucil, Jr. extremely seriously, and we are dismayed at the findings of the investigation conducted on behalf of the Cleveland Orchestra. To that end, we will work closely with the International Suzuki Association and will replace our current Suzuki Violin School recordings with new recordings as soon as possible.”
The 2017 International Suzuki Association Board Meeting
October 6-8, 2017
The 2017 International Suzuki Association Board Meeting was held in Auckland, New Zealand. The official signing of the sub-license of the four Country Associations of Asia Region Suzuki Association (ARSA) by ISA, namely Philippine Suzuki Association (PSA), Taiwan Talent Education Association (TTEA), Suzuki Music Association of Indonesia (SMAI), and Suzuki Talent Education Association of Singapore (STEAS).
Photo: (Left to Right)
Lan Ku Chen, ARSA Representative ; Martin Rüttimann, ESA Representative, Chairperson; Allen Lieb, Jr. CEO; Pasquale Razzano, Member-at-Large.
ISA Board of Directors, 2017-18
Left to right: Prof. Ryugo Hayano,TERI Representative; Carey Beth Hockett, Member-at-Large; Koji Toyoda, President (Ex-Officio); Pam Brasch, SAA Representative, Treasurer; Simon Griffiths, PPSA Representative, Secretary; Martin Rüttimann, ESA Representative, Chairperson; Pasquale Razzano, Member-at-Large; Allen Lieb, Jr. CEO; Dr. Lan Ku Chen, ARSA Representative; Missing: Hiroko Driver Lipman, Member-at-Large.
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“Where Love is Deep, Much Can be Accomplished” – Dr. Suzuki
Asia Region Suzuki Association 