The Suzuki Association of Washington
State promotes excellence in music performance and
teaching, guided by the learning philosophy of violin
teacher and educator Dr. Shinichi Suzuki. The
Association is committed to the exploration, research,
and development of new teaching strategies and to the
continued refinement of the music teaching process. By
spreading the awareness of Suzuki's learning philosophy
to the larger population, the Association seeks to
promote an environment conducive to effective learning
and to create a positive image of this living and
evolving teaching method.
Executive Committee
President: Mary Beth Cullitan (509) 325-4090
Vice President: Hadley Johnson
Secretary: Kay Veteto
Treasurer: Ward Beebe (360) 679-2078
Board of Directors
SAWS Festival Strings Chair: Hadley Johnson
SAWS Festival Piano Chair: Carol Cross
Graduation Chair: Barbara Johnston
Membership: Kerry Travers
Piano Graduation: Kathy Bernard
Scholarships: Mary Beth Cullitan
String Graduation: Patty Nuernberg
General Board Members Carol Cross, Rachel Dorfman, Christine Dunaway,
Barbara Riley
Registered Agent: Barbara Riley Noteworthy Editor: Holly Blackwelder Carpenter
