Dr. Suzuki realized that a child can be taught music at a very early age in much the same way that he or she learns to speak.
Children learn a language through encouragement, exposure and repetition.
Together, the parent and teacher use these same principles to provide an ideal learning environment at the lessons and at home. The triangular involvement of the child, parent, and teacher is the key to success. The goal is to develop the innate musical ability of a person for his or her happiness, enjoyment and overall musical expression. It seeks to develop the whole person, to help unfold his natural potential to learn and become fulfilled and expressive. The purpose of Suzuki training is not to produce great musical artists, but to help every person find the joy that comes through music-making.