How does Talent Education differ from other methods of teaching music to children?

Thoughtful teachers have often used some of the elements listed here, but Suzuki has formulated them in a cohesive approach. Some basic differences are:

1. • Suzuki teachers believe that musical ability can be developed in
      all children.

2. • Students begin at young ages.

3. • Parents play an active role in the learning process.

4. • Children become comfortable with the instrument before   learning to read music.

5. • Technique is taught in the context of pieces rather than through   dry technical exercises.

6. • Pieces are refined through constant review.

7. • Students perform frequently, individually and in groups.