No classes this Tuesday! -

What a fun play-in on Tuesday! Pictures are below. There are NO CLASSES this Tuesday, March 26–wishing you all a safe and happy spring break!

A reminder that Suzuki Strings of Madison weekly email updates provides information for SSM violin and viola students. Madison Cello Ensemble families should watch for separate emails related to cello activities.

Remake Learning Days–SSM Open House

Spread the word! Suzuki Strings will be holding an open house on Tuesday, April 23rd from 4:15-6pm. Participants will be able to engage in a Violin and Viola Petting Zoo, participate in Music and Movement classes, and experience Pre-Twinkle Violin and Book 1 Violin sessions. Invite your friends! More info HERE.

Suzuki Strings will also be performing at the Madison Children’s Museum as a part of their Remake Learning Days celebration on Saturday, April 27th at 2pm. Stop by and join the fun!

SSM Spring Concert–May 11th

Our Spring Concert will be held Saturday, May 11 at the MYArts Starlight Theater.

Tune 2:30, Play 3:00

Reception to follow

Formal concert attire: White long / cap sleeved top, Black bottoms pants or skirt, Black socks or tights, Black shoes (not running shoes).

If you have clothing your student has outgrown SSM has gently used share boxes that will be available at MYArts during April group classes.

SSM Social on May 14–Save the Date!

Celebrate the end of the year with SSM! We’ll gather on Tuesday, May 14 for a special social evening.

5:30-5:50–Sonora Strings pre-show

5:50-6:30 Movie Screening of Oscar Winning documentary short: The Last Repair Shop

Snacks/ drinks for purchase

Click HERE for more info about this wonderful movie!

Mallards on June 15– Save the Date!

SSM will perform the National Anthem at the Madison Mallards on Saturday, June 15. SSM will also be the spotlight on non-profit night! This is a big fundraiser for SSM and we invite you to welcome family and friends to come and participate.

Tix will be sold directly via our special SSM link for this fundraiser–Stay tuned for more information!

North Shore Suzuki Strings Workshop

Join the North Shore Suzuki Strings Workshop in Shorewood, Wisconsin on April 27th! Early registration ends on April 13.

More info can be found HERE and a Review Sheet HERE.

Overture Community Ticket Program

Suzuki Strings takes part in Overture Center’s Community Ticket program. The Community Ticket Program helps ensure that all people, regardless of economic ability, have access to the performing arts. Through partnerships with more than 100 local social services organizations, the program reaches families throughout Dane County that are able to receive tickets for $3, and Broadway shows are $4.25. Occasionally we will be offered tickets for certain shows, and I’ll post them here. If you’re interested, please email mollydaypeterson@gmail.com for ticket ordering instructions.

Current Ticket Offerings:

FORWARD THEATER: WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME

Thu, April 4, 7:30 PM

Fri, April 5, 7:30 PM

Wed, April 10, 7:30 PM

Sat, April 13, 2 PM

Sat, April 20, 2PM

The Playhouse at Overture

RESTRICTIONS: Balcony only, 15 tickets per show, 5 tickets per patron

Age recommendation: 16+

WISCONSIN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: VIRTUOSO VIOLIN

Fri, April 19, 7:30 PM