Suzuki success

Constance MEYER’S article on the Suzuki approach to music study (“The Mom-Centric Method,” Sept. 7) went a long way toward demystifying the method and affirming its value.

Just this fall, the Pasadena Conservatory of Music made the decision to change to the Suzuki method of study for all its violin, viola and cello students. It was a natural choice for us because we believe in the method and have seen its results. Many of our teachers have employed Suzuki most of their teaching lives, and among our faculty are prominent proponents of the method such as Rick Mooney, founder of the National Cello Institute.

Ms. Meyer’s article makes clear the benefits children derive from Suzuki lessons and workshops, namely, highly trained instructors creating a loving, encouraging environment where children can discover the joy of music-making.

Beverly Lafontaine

Pasadena

Beverly Lafontaine is the marketing director for the Pasadena Conservatory of Music.