Sarah Liv Lane

Suzuki Piano Studio

ABOUT

The Teacher

A pianist and teacher, Sarah lives in Humboldt Park in the city of Chicago. She began Suzuki piano lessons when she was six years old and completed the Suzuki repertoire through Book 7 by the time she graduated high school. From a very young age Sarah has wanted to teach the Suzuki method so that she could pass on her love of music to others.

Sarah earned her Bachelor of Arts in Ethnomusicology with a piano emphasis from Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, and in 2016 began her formal Suzuki pedagogical training. She trained under the renowned Caroline Fraser at Holy Names University in California, and plans to continue her training in the years to come. Sarah's concentration is early childhood musical education and music reading.

Besides teaching piano, Sarah loves to spend time with her husband exploring Chicago, baking, knitting, and reading.

Suzuki Philosophy

As a former Suzuki student, Sarah knows firsthand how the Suzuki Piano Method can nurture more than just musical ability. Through her own experience, she saw how it helped build self-confidence, patience, integrity, and perseverance—qualities that benefit children far beyond the piano bench.

One of the core strengths of the Suzuki approach is the partnership between teacher and parent. Together, they create a positive, encouraging environment where each child can thrive—musically and personally. Lessons are tailored to fit each child's individual needs, allowing learning to be both effective and enjoyable.

Suzuki firmly believes that every child has talent. With the right guidance and a nurturing atmosphere, children not only learn to play the piano but also grow in confidence and find joy in their progress.

The method is based on the "Mother-Tongue Approach." Just as children naturally learn to speak by hearing and repeating the language around them, Suzuki students learn music through listening, repetition, and engagement of the senses.

The ultimate goal isn’t just to teach piano—it's to help children develop tools that last a lifetime: discipline, focus, confidence, and a deep appreciation for music and the beauty it brings into their lives.

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