I am not a musician, how will I be a home practice partner?

It is not necessary for you to be a musician to be a successful Suzuki parent!

Growing up, you did homework, prepared book reports, and studied for tests in school. Practicing a musical instrument is like studying for school. Your teachers will have many ideas, games, charts, and strategies to help you guide productive home practice sessions.

A Suzuki parent mostly organizes and makes sure assignments are done correctly. Your child will likely understand the musical aspects better than you do, but you will be much better at organization. Your teacher will be sure you understand all the musical and technical aspects of the assignments.

It is a team of child, parent, and teacher that makes everything work.