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Returning to Campus

Find CIM’s plan for fall 2020, learn about the safety measures in place and access resources at cim.edu/return-to-campus.

Sato Center for Suzuki Studies

for ages 4-18

At the heart of Suzuki Studies at CIM is the strong conviction that "every child has unlimited potential." This method, developed by Dr. Shinichi Suzuki in the 1940s, was inspired by the way language is learned in early childhood through the communication skills shared between parent and child. Dr. Suzuki's goal was not simply to develop professional musicians, but to help grow each child's character through the study of music.

The CIM Suzuki program seeks to expand each child's ability to learn, appreciate and discover the joy of music. Once the fundamental playing skills have been established, creative music theory is added to teach the basics in reading music.

Register for Our Parent Course

CIM’s new virtual Suzuki summer course for parents will delve into Dr. Shinichi Suzuki’s core method and the important role parents play in their child’s musical development. The course runs from July 2 – July 30! Learn more and register today.

Apply for Fall 2020

CIM is currently accepting student applications for fall 2020. Apply online or reach out to the Preparatory team at preparatory@cim.edu for more information. 

Prepartory student plays with CIM Orchestra

How to Enroll
Suzuki violin students

Suzuki at CIM
Young Artist Program student plays violin

The Suzuki Approach
Young Students take a Eurhythmics class

Instructors

"Musical ability is not an inborn talent but an ability which can be developed. Any child who is properly trained can develop musical ability, just as all children develop the ability to speak their mother tongue." - Dr. Shinichi Suzuki

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CIM Student Michael Lu Makes Statement with Juneteenth Concert Dedicated to Racial Justice

  • June 19, 2020

CIM piano student Michael Lu presents a Juneteenth concert on Facebook's 5pm Series featuring the work of Florence Price, the nation's first African American female composer.

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Elliott & Gail Schlang Create Student Health and Well-Being Initiative at CIM

  • June 18, 2020

The health and well-being of young people has always been a priority for Northeast Ohio residents and long-time Cleveland Institute of Music Trustee Elliott Schlang and his wife, Gail. 

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A New Layer of Protection for CIM, Courtesy of the Institute's Maintenance Team

  • June 8, 2020

When Cleveland Institute of Music students, faculty and staff return to campus on August 10, they will find a building that looks the same – and much different, too – thanks to CIM’s valiant maintenance crew.

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