Columbus School of Music was founded with the winds department. Our oldest department has proven to be the strongest over the years with students continuing into musical careers and performing accolades. The winds program consists of flute, trumpet, clarinet, and saxophone studies. Suzuki Flute Method is available in this department starting students as young as 3 1/2 years old.
Students at CSM study music in many genres: classical, jazz, blues, contemporary, etc. Students learn to perform at the highest levels including solo performing and ensembles. CSM students have won honors such as principle chairs of district ensembles and orchestras as well as participating at All-State events.
Suzuki Flute Method:
"Talent is not inherited or inborn, but learned and trained"
- Shinichi Suzuki
Founded by the legendary Japanese teacher Shinichi Suzuki, the Suzuki method of teaching is one that seeks to realize the musical and personal potential of each child through the medium of flute. At the heart of the Suzuki philosophy is the idea that children learn music in exactly the same manner in which they absorb language - through constant immersion and repetition and a loving home environment. Just as all children can learn to speak their native tongue, so too can all children become proficient in music by listening to recordings, daily practicing, regular concert attendance, encouragement and love are required of students and parents. In the Suzuki Method children thrive in an environment of total support. Suzuki students develop confidence and self-esteem, determination to try difficult things, self-discipline, and concentration.
CSM insures that students learn all musical essentials in their studies. Students learn all aspects of Music Theory, Technique, and Repertoire pertaining to winds. The difference at the School of Music is that we specialize in teaching all ages beginning at 3 1/2 years of age. Our outstanding faculty make learning fun and interesting for even the youngest children! We believe that in order to progress as a musician and learn effectively the student must enjoy the instrument and love the music they are playing. This love of learning is different for each individual depending on their taste in music and goals as a musician. Many students, especially adults and older students have an input as to music and styles they wish to learn.
Our instructors are capable of teaching beginner to advanced and any genre. Our wind faculty are active performing artists and have substantial teaching experience. Under the direction of Mrs. Amy Gosnell our winds program is a pioneer of early childhood music education in the area and continues to be a driving force in band programs throughout the state.
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