Piano Workshop & Masterclass with Keiko Kawamura

  • 02/13/2026
  • 02/15/2026
  • Orange County

The Orange County Suzuki Piano Teachers are pleased to host a special Workshop & Masterclass with Keiko Kawamura, master teacher from the Talent Education School in Matsumoto, Japan—the birthplace of the Suzuki Method.

This multi-day event offers Suzuki piano teachers, students, and observers a rare opportunity to study authentic Suzuki piano pedagogy with a teacher whose training traces directly to the founders of the Suzuki Piano Method.

Featured Clinician

Keiko Kawamura

Talent Education School, Matsumoto, Japan

Keiko Kawamura is an esteemed Suzuki piano educator with decades of experience teaching within the Suzuki tradition in Japan. She is known for her clear, thoughtful teaching and deep understanding of Suzuki philosophy, technique, and musical development.

Who Should Attend

  • Suzuki Piano Teachers

  • Suzuki Piano Students

  • Parents and Observers interested in Suzuki pedagogy

What to Expect

  • Student masterclasses

  • Teacher-focused pedagogy sessions

  • Demonstrations of Suzuki technique, tone, and musicianship

  • Observation and discussion grounded in Suzuki philosophy

Workshop Format

This multi-day workshop includes teacher sessions, student masterclasses, and observation opportunities. Detailed schedules and repertoire information will be shared upon registration.

Location

Orange County, California
(Exact venue details provided to registered participants.)

Registration

Registration is open to teachers, student performers, and observers. 

 Teacher Workshop Registration

Student Masterclass Registration

Space is limited


SMAC Board of Directors

Barbie Wong (BAPB), President

Linda Piatt (San Diego), Vice-President

Catherine Croisette (OC Strings), Treasurer

Rebecca Boblak (BAPB), Secretary

Rebecca Boblak, BAPB Branch Representative

Suzanne Lambert, Coastal Branch Representative

Caroline Salisbury, LA Branch Representative

Linda Carrier, OC Piano Branch Representative

Julia Gustafson, OC Strings Branch Representative

Linda Piatt, San Diego Branch Representative

Nora Grafton, SANC Branch Representative










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