The Suzuki Philosophy and Method of Teaching Piano

The Suzuki Philosophy and Method of Teaching Piano Presented to the Dodge City Music Club by Carol Bishop October 21, 2003 Shinichi Suzuki: October 17, 1898 – January 26, 1998 “Where Love i !ee", #uch $an %e &cco'"(ihe)*

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