Katie Suzuki Music Lessons
Suzuki Piano | Suzuki Violin
Step-by-step lessons for complete beginners age 3yrs+ with a parent/adult support person
Individual lessons online and in-person
Structured pre-recorded video courses
Give your child the gift of music
The Suzuki Method is a wonderful way for children to learn music. It emphasizes learning by ear, playing from memory, and having the support of a parent or caregiver. Progress happens through home practice and one-on-one lessons and it's often enriched with group classes and concerts.
I offer individual lessons by webcam (and in-person if you’re near Motueka, New Zealand). Lesson times are flexible and can be booked through my online calendar.
You’ll also have access to step-by-step video tutorials that give a clear, structured path through the pieces. The videos will help guide your home practice, so you’ll always feel confident about what to do—even if you’ve never played an instrument yourself.
If you already have a local teacher, you can use the videos as a home companion. You're also welcome to use the videos on their own, without individual lessons (though this isn’t the full Suzuki Method).
Suzuki lessons are motivating, home practice can be playful, and progress happens at your child’s pace—building skill and self-confidence. I’ll support you and your child every step of the way, with a focus on making learning enjoyable and achievable. This way, your child can experience the gift of music no matter where you live.
Who am I?
Hello, I’m Katie Dey, a qualified Suzuki music teacher with over 30 years of experience helping children learn music — and helping their parents feel confident guiding them. I specialise in supporting online students worldwide, and I also teach in-person from my home studio near Motueka, New Zealand.
Learning an instrument takes regular practice — and with the Suzuki method, your role as the home helper is a big part of that journey. I know family life is busy, and finding time can feel like a challenge, but you won’t be on your own. I’m here to help you create a routine and use efficient practice strategies that make steady progress feel doable — even when life is already full.
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The progress Jesse and Rose have made since they have had lessons with you is nothing short of amazing. They have renewed enthusiasm for the violin and are visibly enjoying themselves as they practice and learn. Well done for inspiring their love of the instrument!
What is the Suzuki Method?
The Suzuki Method teaches music the way children learn language—through the “mother‑tongue” approach.
• Play by ear first, read later: build strong aural skills and musical memory from day one.
• Parent + child partnership: your daily involvement is the secret to steady progress; I’ll guide you so you never feel lost.
• Whole‑person learning: through these music lessons, your child will learn more than just the notes. They’ll develop life skills like concentration and confidence in addition to refining their posture, tone and musicality.
• Global community: connect with Suzuki institutes and events worldwide, sharing a common musical repertoire.
Why combine video courses with real-time lessons?
Video courses are a wonderful way to get the in-depth guidance you need to support your child’s Suzuki journey. They show you how each piece should sound and how to help your child step by step—so you can feel confident at home. With so many videos, I can explain things in much more detail than we’d have time for in a regular lesson. This makes our live lessons more focused and efficient.
One-on-one lessons (in-person or by webcam) are just as important as the videos. They give you the personal feedback that videos can’t—helping you see how you're applying what you've learned and what to focus on next. They also help keep you motivated and moving forward. I can spot any issues early, guide you through them, and make sure you leave each lesson feeling confident about what to practice.
Many families use my courses alongside their own local teacher. But if you don’t have one, I’m happy to offer weekly lessons to support and build on what you’re learning through the videos.
What you'll get
Personal Guidance
Individual lessons (violin or piano) via webcam, or in‑person if you’re near Motueka, for real‑time feedback and encouragement.
Personalised feedback on your practice videos, so you always know what to improve next
Parent support page with ideas for keeping practice fun and free webchats to discuss practice issues whenever you need it
Structured Learning at Your Own Pace
Complete video courses for Books 1 & 2 (piano and violin): full lessons, exercises, previews of tricky spots and polishing tips to keep progress smooth and motivating
A Fun Head‑Start on Reading Music “Introduction to Music Reading” for children video course (for piano and violin): colourful games, rhythms, and animal characters that prepare Book 1 students to start proper music reading in Book 2.
I look forward to helping you and your child on your musical journey!