PREP Program
Violin Book 4+
Bass, Cello, Guitar, Viola Book 3+
Keep them Thriving
Our PREP Program is meant for intermediate students who have completed the early Suzuki books and are on their way to becoming Young Artists. Students will be placed in classes depending on their instrument, repertoire and age. Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult the entire time.
Jump To:
A PREP level string quartet performing in the final concert.
Final concert for pianists
PREP Program Curriculum:
2023 Tuition: $970 (early bird pricing $950 from February 15th-March 15th)
Each student will have four classes per day, which include:
Master Class: Choose one polished and memorized piece from the Suzuki repertoire.
Group Class: Please visit our Repertoire List for this year’s selection of required pieces.
Chamber Music: Automatically assigned to students 10 years and older. Students under the age of 10 are not guaranteed a Chamber Music Group and may be assigned two electives instead.
One Elective Course: Students will rank their preferred elective on the registration form when they register.
Students also have the opportunity to participate in the following:
Repertoire Class or Play-in
Performance in Finale Concert on Friday
Scheduled, daily practice.
Attendance at various recitals - Faculty Recital, Guest Artist Recital, Honors Recital, Informal Recitals
Improv class with Megan Shung
PREP Program Enrichment Courses
All PREP students will be placed in two electives. Students 10 years and older will automatically be assigned to a Chamber Music Group (such as a duo, trio or quartet) and one elective of their choice.
Students under the age of 10 are not guaranteed a Chamber Music Group assignment unless there are enough students of the same age and level. Students under the age of 10 will be assigned two electives, not a Chamber Music Group. If your child is under the age of 10 and you wish you be assigned Chamber Music Group we highly recommend making a note in your registration.
Chamber Music Group Details
All students eligible for chamber music must submit a placement video by April 15th.
String students (violin, viola, cello, bass) will be placed into groups with other string players. Guitar students will be placed with other guitarists.
All students will receive sheet music for their group by May 15th. Chamber part assignment are final decisions and cannot be changed.
Violinists who would like to play the viola in their chamber groups, e-mail your request to the director.
Electives PREP students may choose at registration:
PREP Orchestra with Bruce Walker - String players late Book 1 and up. Must be able to read music. Students must be at least 8 years old to be placed in orchestra.
Dalcroze with Jeremy Dittus (music movement class) - any instrument, ages 4 and up.
Fiddling with Natalie Brejcha- String players late Book 1 and up, ages 6 and up.
Art Class with Natalie Brejcha - Ages 4 and up.
Students come to LASI eager to learn!
PREP Program Sample Schedules
Book 5 Cello student (Sample Schedule)
Monday through Thursday Schedule
8:00-9:00am Breakfast
9:00-9:45am Monday Welcome / T-Th Class Period 1: Masterclass
10:00-10:45am Monday Play-in / T-Th Class Period 2: Orchestra
11:00am-11:45pm Activities such as Student Recital, Faculty Recital, Fun Time
12:00-1:15pm Lunch Break
1:30-2:15pm Class Period 3: Repertoire Class
2:30-3:15pm Class Period 4: Free Time/Practice
3:30-4:15pm Class Period 5: Chamber Music Group
4:30-5:15pm Parent Talks/Alternate activities for the students
5:30-6:30pm Dinner
Friday Schedule
9:00-9:45am Class Period 1: Masterclass
10:00-10:45am Class Period 2: Orchestra
All student classes end at 10:45pm PDT
11:00-11:45am PREP Chamber Rehearsal
12:00-1:15pm Lunch Break
1:30-3:00pm Chamber & Orchestra Concert
3:30-4:30pm Strings Finale Concert (Group Class Play Down)
All student concerts end by 4:30pm PDT
Schedule is subject to change.
PREP Program Frequently asked questions
My child is 9 years old - can they take chamber music? String students that are 10 years and older are automatically assigned a chamber music group. For students under 10 we recommend listing Chamber Music as your first enrichment course choice. We group students of similar ages, so if there are age and level appropriate students a chamber group may be assigned to your child. If not, we will defer to your 2nd and 3rd choices for enrichment.
What’s the age range to attend LASI?
LASI is designed for children ages 4-18
Can my child attend without an adult?
Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Students 13 years and older may attend without a parent/guardian but must be boarding in the Teen Dorm to be supervised by the teen dorm monitor.
What should my child prepare for LASI?
Review the entire Suzuki repertoire up to his or her current playing level and should prepare a polished, memorized piece as a solo for their masterclass teacher. It is recommended to pick an old piece that the student knows really well.
Level Before PREP: Foundational Program
Violin Book 1-3
Bass, Cello, Guitar, Piano, Viola Book 1-2
Next Level Up: Young Artists
Violin Book 6+
Bass, Cello, Viola Book 4+
Must be 13 years or older