How important is solfège class?
A question from a non-musician mum to two musician kids. In France the conservatory requires weekly solfège class and also ensemble session (orchestra, string ensemble etc.) We’re not allowed to just take an individual instrument class.
How crucial are the solfège classes and ensemble sessions? Suzuki curriculum doesn’t require those, yes?
Surely there must be advantages. However, if the kids are not destined to be professional musicians, if Suzuki doesn’t require these and the kids can play the instruments, can someone please explain to a non expert these requirements?
Thanks so much.