# Suzuki Association of Utah ## Posts - [Celebration XI - Creating Harmony, Inviting Unity](https://suzukimusicutah.org/celebration-2026-registration/): Student & Family Registration Teacher Registration   - [2026 SAU Viola Graduation Concert](https://suzukimusicutah.org/2026-sau-viola-graduation-concert/):   - [2026 Northern Utah Violin Graduation](https://suzukimusicutah.org/2026-northern-utah-violin-graduation/):   Registration, practice recordings and more info at this website: https://sites.google.com/view/north-region-graduation/home - [Parent Meet Up](https://suzukimusicutah.org/parent-meet-up/): Join us each month for ideas on navigating the Suzuki parent journey. If you aren’t able to attend live, you may view recordings of all past Parent Meet ups at the link Members’ Area Page Typically held the 4th Wednesday of each month, visit the SAU Calendar and look in the monthly e-newsletter for updates to topics and any date changes. meet.google.com/btd-etmj-poh - [Every Child Can! with Denise Willey](https://suzukimusicutah.org/every-child-can-2026/): Register with SAA here. *You MUST login to your SAA account in order for the registration option to appear! You may create a FREE SAA account if you don’t already have one. Coming soon: Various Instruments Unit 1 courses sponsored by SAU! Be prepared by taking this foundational prerequisite now. Parents are also invited to register! Registration also includes admission to the annual Parent Teacher Convention! - [SAU's 5 Piano Concert 2026 Registration](https://suzukimusicutah.org/saus-5-piano-concert-2026/):   - [Parent Teacher Convention 2026 Registration](https://suzukimusicutah.org/convention-2026/): “Harmony in Action” with Anne Francis Bayless - [SAU Composition Competition](https://suzukimusicutah.org/compose-compete/): Congratulations to our Composition Competition Winners! Grand Prize Winner: Daniel Reesor for his work “Rhapsody for Piano and Strings” Adult Division Winner: Daniel Reesor High School Division Winner: Jesael Regalado Middle School Division Winner: Samantha Molling Elementary School Division Winner: Amelia Clawson Thank you to all who participated and shared their wonderful compositions with us! - [Serve and Play](https://suzukimusicutah.org/serve-and-play/): Join SAU violin and viola students in sharing review pieces with Senior Citizens in our communities! Follow us on Instagram for the most up to date information or contact your nearest violin or viola teacher representative. - [Creating Community Web Events](https://suzukimusicutah.org/creating-community/): Join our monthly Google Meet with other SAU teachers. Each month we gather to ask questions and exchange ideas on a different topic. If you can’t join live, watch the recording later. Links to past recordings can be found using the link on the Members’ Area Page. meet.google.com/thk-waoh-vnh   ## Pages - [Celebration XI Student & Family Registration](https://suzukimusicutah.org/celebration-xi-student-family-registration/) - [Celebration XI Teacher Registration](https://suzukimusicutah.org/celebration-xi-teacher-registration/) - [GRIT Family Registration](https://suzukimusicutah.org/grit-family-registration/): This registration form is only for GMS families included with Project GRIT. If you need other registrations please head over here.  - [2025 Teachers By Instrument](https://suzukimusicutah.org/2025-teachers-by-instrument/): Use the tabs at the bottom to select the instrument. Last updated: October 15, 2025 - [Partnership Memberships](https://suzukimusicutah.org/partnership-memberships/): Partnership Memberships Partnership memberships allow SAU partners to purchase memberships families who can then join SAU using a coupon.  Select the quantity of membership to purchase then select “Add to cart” to add them to the cart and continue to checkout.  Your cart is currently empty. - [2025 Registration Report](https://suzukimusicutah.org/2025-registration-report/): Use the tabs at the bottom to select the instrument. Last updated: September 30, 2025 - [Prepaid Memberships](https://suzukimusicutah.org/prepaid-memberships/): Prepaid Memberships Prepaid memberships allow registered SAU teachers to purchase memberships for their students and their families.  Use the products below to select the correct number of memberships you need to purchase based on your families.  Remove item Thumbnail image Product Price Quantity Subtotal Prepaid SAU Family + 1 Child Annual Membership $40.00 Prepaid SAU Family + 1 Child Annual Membership quantity $80.00 Prepaid SAU Family + 2 Children Annual Membership $45.00 Prepaid SAU Family + 2 Children Annual Membership quantity $45.00 Update Cart Apply coupon Cart Totals Subtotal $125.00 Total $125.00 Proceed to Checkout - [Registration](https://suzukimusicutah.org/registration/): Registration Welcome to the 2025 SAU Registration.  Please complete the steps below and then checkout to complete your registration. Complete Family Registration Form Add Child REQUIRED Add information for each of your children – including their instrument and teacher by clicking “add child” Add 5 Piano Concert OPTIONAL For Piano students who will be participating the 5 Piano Activity Add a Donation to SAU OPTIONAL Checkout (Add any coupon codes on the next page) Registration Summary Remove item Thumbnail image Product Price Quantity Subtotal SAU Limited Family Membership $5.00 SAU Limited Family Membership quantity $5.00 SAU Student Annual Membership $5.00 […] - [Cart](https://suzukimusicutah.org/cart/): Your cart is currently empty. 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Here are a few ideas (see the attached examples below) Wavy lines to show smooth, sliding sounds Dots for short, quick notes or rhythmic pulses Arrows to indicate rising or falling pitches Shapes to represent musical sections or textures Colors to […] - [Social Media Giveaway Terms & Conditions](https://suzukimusicutah.org/giveaway-terms/): For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, “The Promoter” refers to Suzuki Association of Utah whose Instagram handle is @suzuki_music_utah. The “Prize” refers to the prize indicated in the social media post. By entering the competition you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. All entries must be received by 11:59 PM MST on the date specified in social media post. One (1) winner in the USA will be selected at random by The Promoter within 3 business days of the end of the promotion and the winner will be notified on or after this date. ​ The […] - [Checkout](https://suzukimusicutah.org/checkout/): Billing and Shipping Details First Name * Last Name * Country / Region *United States (US) Street address * Apartment, suite, unit, etc. (optional) Town / City * State *Select an option…AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces (AA)Armed Forces (AE)Armed Forces (AP) ZIP Code * Phone * Email Address * Additional Information Order Notes (optional) Your Order Product Subtotal Subtotal $0.00 Total $0.00 Since your browser does not support JavaScript, or it is disabled, please ensure you click the Update Totals button before placing your order. 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Additionally, this extra funding enables us to promote Suzuki Talent Education and organize events for students, families, and teachers. Donations enable us […] - [Suzuki Memorial Teacher Development Grant](https://suzukimusicutah.org/suzuki-memorial-teacher-development-grant/): In 1998, the SAU Board established an annual teacher development grant in honor of Dr. Suzuki’s life and work. This grant aims to provide members with the opportunity to attend either the SAA Teachers Convention or the SAA Teacher Development Retreat. Traditionally, these events occur on alternating years in the spring. The funding for this grant comes from the Annual Budget. Check out the SAA Convention and Retreats dates here on their website Purpose of the Grant Named in honor of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, this grant program aims to celebrate the founder of the Suzuki Method and to further his […] - [SAU Partnership Members-Only Videos](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-partnership-members-only-videos/): Here you will find members-only videos. This is a benefit of your membership subscription – please do not share this link or links to these videos with those outside of SAU.  Back to SAU Partnership Member Area SAU Parent Meetup Playlist 7 Videos Parent Meetup March 2024 – Storytime with Suzanne Barraclough and Cleo Brimhall 1:22:17 Parent Meetup April 2024 with Debbie Moench – The Importance of Listening 45:56 Parent Meetup May 2024 with Brittany Gardner – How to Motivate Young Children in Practice 1:12:16 We Attended Institute, Now What? – Parent Meetup June 2024 with Lauren Posey 57:32 Exciting […] - [SAU Partnership Members Area](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-partnership-members-area/): Some of the benefits you receive as members are digital. These are all located on this page for easy access! Videos These are SAU Partnership members-only videos available to you. They include the much anticipated Creating Communities SAU Video Series. Watch SAU Videos Newsletter Archive Here you can find and read archived versions of the SAU eNewsletter. Go to the archive - [SAU Library](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-library/): The SAU Library is for SAU Members only: Teachers and Families. Please complete the Library Book Request Form to request a loan of any item listed in the spreadsheet. Use the tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet to explore the different mediums we have available. You may need to scroll left and right on mobile view to see the entire table. Library Book Request FormPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Member Name * FirstLast PhoneMember Email * Please check the box by each way you would […] - [SAU Members-Only Videos](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-members-only-videos/): Here you will find members-only videos. This is a benefit of your membership subscription – please do not share this link or links to these videos with those outside of SAU.  Back to SAU Member Area SAU Creating Communities Playlist 5 Videos SAU Creating Community Kickoff – April 2024 57:00 The Twinkles – Creating Community June 2024 31:02 Creating Community: SAU Registration and Website 1:02:27 Exciting Changes for SAU with BriAnn Christensen (SAU President) – Parent Meetup July 2024 36:44 Creating Community September 2024 57:27 SAU Parent Meetup Playlist 11 Videos Parent Meetup February 2024 with Asheley Watabe – What […] - [SAU Members Area](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-members-area/): Some of the benefits you receive as members are digital. These are all located on this page for easy access!  Videos Library Scholarships & Grants Newsletter Archive Board Members Videos These are members only videos available to you. They include the much anticipated Creating Communities SAU Video Series.  The parent meet up is only available during the posted date/time. Check the event listing here. Watch SAU Videos Join the Parent Meet-Up Library There are many resources for you as teachers and parents that SAU will loan or give you access to.  Check Out Our Library Scholarship Applications As a member […] - [Teachers Paying for Families](https://suzukimusicutah.org/teachers-paying-for-families/): This is the form for teachers who wish to collect SAU dues on behalf of their families. Teachers using this form will need to fill out this form for each family they wish to pay for. This does NOT register your studio families – it only pays their dues. Families in your studio will also need to fill out the registration on their own. Once you pay for a family, they will receive a coupon code to use so they don’t have to pay (because you already will have paid for them). They must use the email address you enter […] - [Teacher Levels](https://suzukimusicutah.org/teacher-levels/): Mission of SAU Teachers United in our purpose of nurturing children and families through music, we are dedicated to developing beautiful hearts and individual abilities for the enrichment of their world. You can search for teachers who are accepting students on our online Search for a Teacher page. All Suzuki Teachers realize that the beginning lessons are the very most important. The SAU refers only teachers who have had official Suzuki Training and who keep it updated. Active Teachers Teachers listed as Active have taken a minimum of the Suzuki introductory course entitled Every Child Can! (ECC) and/or Suzuki Unit […] - [What to Look For in a Teacher](https://suzukimusicutah.org/what-to-look-for-in-a-teacher/): If you are looking for a Suzuki Teacher, you have come to the right place. You can search our database for teachers in your area. Before you start calling teachers, think about what you’d like to know, and make a list of questions to ask. Choosing a music teacher is a big decision. Your child’s teacher is usually THE adult that will be a part of your child’s life the most – second only to family members. Choose a teacher that is the best personality, coupled with experience to work with your child and family. Don’t think of music lessons […] - [Questions to Ask a Prospective Teacher](https://suzukimusicutah.org/questions-to-ask-a-prospective-teacher/): Choosing a Suzuki Teacher In looking for a Suzuki teacher, you might be willing to trust the first person that says he/she is a Suzuki teacher. But what makes a good Suzuki teacher? Some people call themselves Suzuki teachers simply because they use the Suzuki materials. How can you tell the difference between this type of teacher and one who has taken the teacher training courses through the Suzuki system? Here are some questions to help you in your search for a qualified teacher. “Are you a member of the Suzuki Association of Utah (SAU)”? You can confirm this with […] - [Regions](https://suzukimusicutah.org/regions/): What are “regions”? SAU uses the term “Regions” to describe different geographic areas for the individual instrument groups. This is how you can search for teachers or colleagues near you, and this is usually the division for regional activities. State-wide Regions In some cases, the instrument group will cover the entire state. These are the instruments in this category: Bass Brass (French Horn, Trumpet) Early Childhood Education Flute Guitar Harp Viola Voice Some instrument groups have been divided into smaller areas or Regions. Cello Cello North: The region encompasses the entire northern part of the state down through the bottom […] - [Mission Statement](https://suzukimusicutah.org/mission-statement/): SAU Mission Statement Our mission as teachers, parents and individuals is to make quality music education available to children following Dr. Suzuki’s philosophy of “Talent Education.” We provide workshops, training events, and scholarships to encourage teachers’ development through mentoring. The SAU assists families in creating a positive home environment through workshops, musical events, newsletters and student scholarships for the musical development of children. SAU Teacher Mission Statement United in our purpose of nurturing children and families through music, we are dedicated to developing beautiful hearts and individual abilities for the enrichment of their world. The SAU exists for the following […] - [SAU Newsletter Archive](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-newsletter-archive/) - [Teacher Directory](https://suzukimusicutah.org/teacher-directory/): Suzuki Association of Utah Registered Teachers In this list are teachers registered with the SAU. Each instrument has it’s own category – please select the picture below for the instrument you’re looking for a teacher. To contact a teacher, use the “Contact Teacher” button below or on the right side of your screen. Contact Teacher Strings Bass Cello Guitar Harp Piano Viola Violin Winds, Voice & General Music Early Childhood Education Flute French Horn Recorder Trombone Trumpet Voice Bass Teachers are listed alphabetical by COUNTY first then by LAST NAME. Cello Teachers are listed alphabetical by COUNTY first then by […] - [Family Registration](https://suzukimusicutah.org/family-registration/): Family Registration Form - [SAU Student Scholarship Application](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-student-scholarship-application/): 2025 SAU Student Scholarship Application Qualifications: Student’s family must be a member of SAU. Student must be currently enrolled in lessons with an SAU Teacher member. Terms of Scholarship: Awards will be up to $200 toward fees for any SAA Approved Institute held Summer of 2025. The winners are responsible for all other associated costs. Students will not be awarded scholarships in consecutive years. All decisions will be made by the SAU board, based on teacher recommendation, video audition, and financial need. All decisions made by the SAU board are final. All applications must be received by February 28, 2025. […] - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://suzukimusicutah.org/frequently-asked-questions/): Account Creation Where can I find tutorials to help me build my teacher profile? As new features are added to our website, tutorial videos will be posted on our SAU YouTube Channel in the Website Tutorial Videos playlist. Contact admin@suzukimusicutah.org if you have any technical issues with your account creation and management.  I think I have an account but I can’t remember my username and requesting a password is not working. What should I do? In 2024 all existing usernames went away as part of the website reconstruction. With the 2025 Membership Registration all SAU members (teacher and families) created […] - [Contact Us](https://suzukimusicutah.org/contact-us/): Get in touch We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, feedback, or just want to start a conversation, please reach out to us. Our team is ready to assist you and will respond as promptly as possible. 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Studio families and students are eligible to register for SAU and participate in Annual graduation recitals Super activities Instrument and multi-instrument recitals Celebration concerts Masterclasses and trainings with renowned teacher trainers Ability to plan events for your […] - [Teacher Registration](https://suzukimusicutah.org/teacher-registration/): Teacher Registration Form - [How to Join SAU](https://suzukimusicutah.org/how-to-join-sau/): Thinking of joining SAU? You may join SAU as a teacher or a family. Families please see the section below on Family Memberships.  If you haven’t already, visit the Member Benefits page under About Us to see more of the perks for teachers and families. Are you a current SAU teacher? Wait until September!  We do a membership drive each September where we offer a discounted rate on teacher memberships. In 2025 if you already have an account on our new site renewing your membership is as easy as logging into your account, adding the appropriate teacher membership to your […] - [News & Events](https://suzukimusicutah.org/news-events/): Want to Volunteer? We are always looking for volunteers to help our events and organization be even better! Not only do we love volunteers for board members and event helpers but we also accept donations! We are a 503c non-profit and are always looking for ways to provide even more quality events for our members and community.  Contact Us! - [Board Members](https://suzukimusicutah.org/board-members/): Administrative Board Members The Administrative Board is made up of the President, President-Elect and/or Immediate Past President, Executive Secretary, Membership Secretary, Treasurer and the IT Administrator.  The Administrative Board decides on details of membership and budget. President BriAnn Christensen president@suzukimusicutah.org Executive Secretary *Position Available secretary@suzukimusicutah.org Membership Secretary Noel Thomas membership@suzukimusicutah.org IT Admin Derek Christensen admin@suzukimusicutah.org Treasurer Stacey Page finance@suzukimusicutah.org Vice-President Kari Spicer vicepresident@suzukimusicutah.org Executive Board Members The Executive Board is made up of the Administrative Board plus Instrument Vice Presidents and the Newsletter Editor. It may also include the Librarian, Publicity or Communications Chairperson, Parent Coordinator and Fundraising or Development […] - [The Suzuki Method](https://suzukimusicutah.org/the-suzuki-method/): In the Suzuki Method children learn by… Listening First All Children learn to speak their native language by listening to the sounds of that language repeated ceaselessly by everyone around them as they grow. Without formal training every child masters this “talent” in a few short years. This method must be highly successful because there are no dropouts or failures and eventually every child displays fine language ability. Music can be effectively taught in this way because, like spoken language, the primary focus of music is sound. Imitating Super Examples Suzuki teachers take the job of nurturing exceptional ability and […] - [Dr. Shinichi Suzuki](https://suzukimusicutah.org/dr-shinichi-suzuki/): Shinichi Suzuki was born in Nagoya, Japan in 1898. He was the son of the founder of the largest violin factory in the world. At the age of seventeen he began to play the violin, and later studied in Tokyo. In 1920 he went to Berlin, Germany, to study violin with Karl Klingler for eight years. While in Berlin he married a German girl, and in 1928 returned to Japan to concertize. Later he taught violin at the Imperial Music School and the Kunitachi Music School. With three of his brothers he founded the Suzuki String Quartet. Some years later, […] - [Member Benefits](https://suzukimusicutah.org/member-benefits/): Benefits of Membership in the Suzuki Association of Utah Our goal is to promote Suzuki teaching and learning in Utah, and we do so for our members with opportunities and benefits such as: Member prices for our annual Teacher/Parent convention featuring sessions for teachers and parents on how to best implement Dr. Suzuki’s philosophy into our teaching and learning Keynote speakers have included Dr. Robert Duke, Jane Reed, Christine Goodner, Edmund Sprunger, Alice Ann O’Neill, Michele Horner, Molly Gebrian and others Annual graduations and super activities Masterclasses and trainings with renowned teacher trainersInstrument and multi-instrument recitals Scholarships application opportunities for […] - [About SAU](https://suzukimusicutah.org/about-sau/): The beginning of SAU In the early 1970s, The Suzuki Education Program introduced the Suzuki Association of Utah (SAU) to Utah. Steven Goodman, a Suzuki educator in Provo, Utah, started the Goodman School of Music, which has since disbanded. On July 14, 1977, they organized the Utah Talent Education Guild to help Utah Suzuki teachers grow in Talent Education, encourage private teaching, and build their individual Suzuki studios. Later, they changed the organization’s name to the Suzuki Association of Utah. How we have grown! The SAU has grown significantly from the original 17 teachers and a few hundred students to […] - [SAU Teacher Recommendation](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-teacher-recommendation/): Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Teacher Name * FirstLast Student First Name *Please double check spelling. If you spell their name wrong we could end up not being able to find your recommendation when evaluating them for the scholarship award.Student Last Name *Please double check spelling. If you spell their name wrong we could end up not being able to find your recommendation when evaluating them for the scholarship award. How would you like to submit your recommendation? * Submit with this form Upload a file […] - [SAU Teacher Scholarship Application](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-teacher-scholarship-application/): SAU Teacher Scholarship Application 2025 SAU Teacher Development Scholarship Application To honor the memory of Dr. Suzuki by continuing his commitment to teacher education.  Qualifications: Candidate must be a member of SAU. Terms of Scholarship: Awards will be $200 toward fees for any SAA approved Teacher Training course held from April 2025 – March 2026. The winners are responsible for all other associated costs. Please complete the following application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  All applications must be received by February 28, 2025. Successful applicants will be notified by March 19, 2025. Scholarship funds will be distributed directly to the […] - [My account](https://suzukimusicutah.org/my-account/): Resources SAU Teacher Contact Information (by instrument) - [Login](https://suzukimusicutah.org/login/): Login to SAU Login to SAU Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Username or Email *Password * Remember me Remember me Submit Forgot your password? Join SAU Don’t have an account? Join SAU today! - [SAU Scholarships](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-scholarships/): SAU Scholarships Scholarships are available for both SAU Teachers and Students Applications are typically due in January and February There is a specific Scholarship Committee to evaluate applicants and award monetary scholarships. Proof of enrollment in an SAA-approved or SAU-approved camp or training will be required by those who receive money. Some of the criteria used to determine the scholarship recipients are: Deep financial need Multiple children attending in one family Commitment by the student/teacher to the camp/training they want to attend Commitment to the instrument and SAU Teacher recommendation Student Scholarship Application Teacher Scholarship Application Are you a teacher […] - [Website Tutorial Videos](https://suzukimusicutah.org/website-tutorial-videos/): Website Tutorial Videos Updated Instructions Coming Soon! - [Get Involved!](https://suzukimusicutah.org/get-involved/): Get Involved! Do you want to be more involved with the Suzuki Association of Utah? We have workshops and activities year round, and we’d love to have your help! Board Positions Immediately Available: Executive Secretary State Parent Chair Salt Lake Violin Representative Committee Member Positions: 2026 Parent Teacher Convention* Contact: Kari Spicer Celebration XI Planning Committee* Contact: BriAnn Christensen Fundraising* Contact: Debora Wrathall Strategic Planning* Contact: BriAnn Christensen Mentoring Contact: Holly Smith *positions are open to parents or teachers If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact the SAU President Contact Us - [SAU Links and Resources](https://suzukimusicutah.org/sau-links-and-resources/): SAU Links and Resources To see videos of past concerts, workshops, Parent Teacher Conventions and Celebration events Visit our YouTube Channel Videos Include: Celebration X: Violin Concert Celebration X: Harp Concert Celebration X: Cellobration Twinkles Around the World Celebration X: Big Bass Celebration Southern Utah Violins 2020 (Ashokan Farewell and Lightly Row) Celebration X: Southern Utah Convention Content: 2025 Parent Teacher Convention (keynote: Mark Mutter) 2024 Parent Teacher Convention (keynote: Maestro Lucas Darger) 2023 Parent Teacher Convention (keynote: Dr. Robert A. 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