Suzuki Music Schools

06/02/2026

⭐ Student News ⭐

Nolan Francis Wins Staples Key

Nolan Francis — a science researcher, violinist, swimmer, honor student and active volunteer in and out of school — has won Staples High’s greatest honor. He was awarded the Staples Key, at last night’s annual awards ceremony.

Three outstanding students are nominated by faculty, based on superior academic achievement, loyalty to Staples, and contribution to the Staples community Voting is done by members of the senior class.

The other finalists were Gunnar Eklund and Sophie Smith.

Introducing Francis last night, assistant principal Christine Cincotta said, “Nolan’s school counselor describes him as talented, disciplined, and highly personable. His demeanor is calm and jovial, always accompanied by a big smile, and he remains consistently focused on his personal goals. Nolan has served as captain of the boys swim and dive team for 2 years, and advanced to the state finals.

“He was selected to be part of the Link Crew, and is a 4-year member of Staples’ Service League of Boys. He has also served as vice president of the Science National Honor Society, and is the co-founder of our newly reestablished National English Honor Society chapter.

“Through Staples’ research program, Nolan was named a Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar (one of only 300 in the country).

https://06880danwoog.com/2026/05/28/nolan-francis-wins-staples-key/

“He is also an accomplished violinist who has received recognition at the state level. Outside of school, Nolan has coached Special Olympics swimmers, served as a camp counselor for children with severe medical conditions at Camp Discovery, and researched rare genetic skin conditions at Yale. He even wrote a children’s book to help kids living with these conditions feel seen and connected to a community.
“One of the things I appreciate most about Nolan is the way he brings humor and a level-headed perspective to every conversation. I am grateful that he is a member of our Staples community.“

Nolan will attend Williams College in the fall to study biology (and bring his banana-bread-baking skills to the Berkshires).

05/27/2026

Thank you Orange Life Magazine for this wonderful feature about our program in Orange, CT at 🎶

https://suzukischools.org/orange-life-magazine-feature/

05/24/2026

Unfortunately, the Westport Memorial Day Parade has been canceled due to weather 🌧️

There will be no regular lessons or classes on Monday. We will see everyone on Tuesday! 

05/15/2026

Upcoming May Events -

Registration is open for summer for all summer activities at Suzuki. Enroll in private lessons and join us for a week (or more) of summer camp! Register/learn more about our camp options here.

05/11/2026

⭐ Student News ⭐

Sabrina Lee received the Silver Award and performed Impromptu A flat Major Op. 29 by F. Chopin at the Golden Key Festival. Her performance took place at Weil Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. She is a piano student of Kumiko Imamura at the Westport Campus.

Brava Sabrina and congratulations! 🎹

05/03/2026

Ever dreamed of traveling to Italy and living out your dream as an artist? Now is your chance to join Dean Fisher’s Painting Workshop in Tuscany, Italy! Enjoy a week at Tenuta di Spannocchia, a 1,100 acre, completely organic farm to table agriturismo.

This week-long workshop for one will be August 28th through September 5th, 2026.

You’ll enjoy 8 hours of plein air and still life instruction daily, 3 nighttime portrait sessions with live models, a day-trip to Siena for gouache painting as well as all of your meals (and wine of course!)

Visit the link below to place your bid now before the Silent Auction closes TONIGHT at 11:30pm EST.

https://givebutter.com/c/2026-annual-gala-h4fjgs/auction/items/1921398

05/03/2026

What a wonderful night everyone had at our annual Gala last night!

If you missed the fun of the live auction, don’t worry - our silent auction is still live! Place your bids by tomorrow night (May 3rd) at 11:30pm EST. There is something for everyone: kids, couples, families and more!

Check out the link here: https://givebutter.com/c/2026-annual-gala-h4fjgs/auction

05/01/2026

May News & Events -

Registration is open for all of our summer camps and regular lessons! There are options for children of all ages, from toddlers to teens, and now at both campuses! Check out this year's camps and register for one today!

05/01/2026

This year's auction selection includes something for everyone - date nights for couples, activities for the kids, and travel for everyone.
🍫 Chocolate-Making Class at Chocolatieree
for 2. Small-batch artisanal bonbons made from single-origin Peruvian cacao. You get a little messy. You take the chocolate home - or eat them almost certainly in the car. (Lot 6)
🦁🐠 Wild Things with Beardsley Zoo + Maritime Aquarium - family four-packs to both. A red panda adoption. Two full days sorted, start to finish. (Lot 2)
🏠 Private home in Old Town Dubrovnik. Five nights. For four. A two-story residence inside the walls, steps from the Stradun. One of the only privately-owned homes of its kind. (Lot 19)

https://suzukischools.org/events/annual-gala-2026/

⬆️ Visit the link above to learn how you can bid on these items and more!

04/30/2026

Gala Auction Catalogue & Silent Auction Now Available! -

The 2026 Spring Gala is one evening, once a year, where this community comes together to fund something that genuinely matters: music education for children across Fairfield and New Haven Counties who couldn't access it otherwise.