Suzuki Guitar of Ottawa
Nepean, Ontario
About
Daniel Srugo is the Director of Suzuki Guitar of Ottawa, a certified Suzuki Guitar teacher with extensive experience in classical guitar. He has an active career as an arranger and performer, specializing in traditional Argentinian folk music, Sephardic songs, and tangos. His teaching philosophy focuses on making learning a joyful experience through creative and flexible methods aligned with the Suzuki approach. Maya Farrell is also a guitar teacher at Suzuki Guitar of Ottawa, with a Bachelor of Music in guitar performance, and is trained in Suzuki Unit 1. She helps students grow through technical and expressive skills.
Suzuki Guitar of Ottawa, under the direction of Daniel Srugo, cultivates a robust foundation in classical guitar for students of all ages and skill levels. Srugo, a certified Suzuki instructor, blends this pedagogical approach with his deep expertise in traditional Argentinian folk music, Sephardic songs, and tangos, offering a rich and diverse musical education. His teaching philosophy prioritizes a joyful learning experience, fostering creativity and adaptability within the structured Suzuki framework.
Joining Srugo, Maya Farrell, with her Bachelor of Music in guitar performance and Suzuki Unit 1 training, further enhances the school's offerings. Together, they guide students through the intricacies of guitar, emphasizing both technical proficiency and expressive artistry. The curriculum extends beyond classical foundations, immersing students in a vibrant array of global musical traditions.
A defining characteristic of Suzuki Guitar of Ottawa is its success in building student confidence and a natural comfort with performance. The school's environment encourages a fearless embrace of musical expression, often inspiring young musicians to share their talents enthusiastically in various settings. This focus on joyful engagement and performance readiness distinguishes their approach to musical development.
Genres & Styles
Lesson Details
- Format
- in-person, online, group, private
- Ages
- Kids
Credentials & Experience
- Diploma in classical guitar from the Conservatory of Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Suzuki guitar pedagogy training with David Madsen and William Kossler (books 1-5)
- Bachelor of Music in guitar performance from the University of Ottawa
- Suzuki Unit 1 training with MaryLou Roberts
- Artist Diploma in guitar performance at the Conservatoire de Musique de Gatineau
- RCM Level 8 Piano