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The Suzuki Method(R) of Talent Education is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Dr. Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Students are taught using the "mother-tongue" approach. Now available as Book & CD kit. Titles: Long, Long, Ago (T. H. Bayly) * Allegro (S. Suzuki) * A Toye (Anon.) * Andante (M. Carcassi) * Andante, from Sonata No. 17 Perligordino (N. Paganini) * Allegretto (in Double Stops) (M. Giuliani) * Corrente (J. Kuffner) * Andantino (M. Carcassi) * Allegretto (F. Carulli) * Preparation for Waltz * Waltz, No. 1 (B. Calatayud) * Waltz, Accomp. (B. Calatayud).
An inspirational compilation of stories from successful Japanese professional women In Winding Paths to Success: Chart a Career in Uncertain Times, experienced management consultant Nobuko Kobayashi delivers an engaging and insightful discussion of the professional and personal successes of senior Japanese women executives, academics, and entrepreneurs who started their career in the late ‘80s to ‘90s, the dawn of gender equity at work in Japan. You’ll discover how these remarkable people carved out a long and rewarding career in a challenging environment. The author describes the substantial diversity of Japanese professional life, exploring the rich and varied histories of women who ...
An entire neighbourhood in Istanbul learned sign language to surprise a deaf man who lived there. Legendary actor, Steve Buscemi, saved dozens of people during 9/11. Leonardo Da Vinci used to buy caged animals just to set them free. Disneyland was rejected 302 times. It now makes millions every day. Morgan Freeman didn't get his first big acting break until he was 52. He has been one of the biggest stars in Hollywood for decades. Nelson Mandela set up the first black-run law firm in South Africa. A woman celebrated her 103rd birthday by volunteering at a Senior Centre dressed up as Wonder Woman. Illiteracy has nearly halved in the United States in the last 15 years. James Dyson tweaked his Dyson vacuum cleaner 5,000 times before he got it right. The window washers at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh dress up as superheroes to cheer up the patients. Robin Williams used to anonymously donate his earnings from standup comedy to a local food bank.
Since 1897, Patriots Day in Massachusetts has been celebrated with the running of the world's most-honored road race, the Boston MarathonAA(R). The hilly course challenges runners with well-known landmarks such as "Heartbreak Hill" and the deceptively inviting downhill treks at both the start and finish of the 26.2-mile journey. The Boston Marathon captures the colorful spirit of America's greatest race through more than 200 photographs.
Seismicity is a major trigger for landslides with often devastating effects. The Japan Landslide Society (JLS) therefore organized a meeting fully dedicated to the research area of earthquake induced landslides. The symposium covers all aspects of earthquake-induced landslides including the phenomena occurred in manmade embankments as well as in natural slopes in mountainous areas. In this comprehensive volume on landslide science the JLS presents the Proceedings of this First International Symposium on Earthquake-Induced Landslides, held in November 2012 in Kiryu, Japan.
Dr Shinichi Suzuki, creator of OC The Suzuki MethodOCO, is well remembered for his extraordinary warmth, care, and sense of humour. Part biography, part memoir, this important book recalls scenes from Suzuki's life, and many of the author's own experiences as his student in Japan. Both humorous and culturally informative, this book illustrates how Suzuki was influenced by Japanese history and his Zen beliefs, making him the son of his environment. Students, teachers, and lovers of music and history alike will enjoy this stroll through the life and teachings of the quick-witted Dr Suzuki, who turned the music education world upside down."
Recommended for parents of Suzuki Method® students. In this sequel to Nurtured by Love, Dr. Suzuki states that "the fate of the child is in the hands of his parents." With this book he shows how to create a warm environment which will encourage any child to become a happy, loving and talented human being.
The Suzuki Method(R) of Talent Education is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Dr. Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Students are taught using the "mother-tongue" approach. Titles: Menuetto from Sonata IV (J. S. Bach) * Siciliano from Sonata II (J. S. Bach) * Minuet from Sonata No. 3 in G Major for Flute and Basso Continuo, ChA 27, Op. 1, No. 5, HHA IV/3 No. 5-EZ (G. F. Handel) * Allegro from Sonata No. 3 in G Major for Flute and Basso Continuo, ChA 27, Op. 1, No. 5, HHA IV/3 No. 5-EZ (G. F. Handel) * Sonata II in D Minor for Flute and Basso Continuo, Op. 3 (Andante, Allemande, Gavotte, Sarabande, Finale) (M. Blavet). This title is available in SmartMusic.