Policies. Tuition, and FAQ

How much are lessons?

Group lessons: $35.00 per lesson/per week (subject to change) Private lessons: $40.00 per lesson /per week (subject to change)
How long is a lesson?

Group lessons are 45 minutes once a week Private lessons are 30 minutes once a week
Why group lessons?

Students learn more quickly and consistently in group lessons than in private lessons, Students get to be part of an environment that is continually learning and consistently improving Student’s make new friends and it makes lessons more enjoyable for everyone when students are learning with their friends Parents are happy with results and continue to ask for group lessons even when the schedule doesn’t permit certain students to be in a group
How does a scheduling a group lesson work?

Typically, I try to put students in the same level and around the same age together to try to make the “perfect” group. However, this always isn’t possible, but I try!
What can a student expect from a group lesson?

There are 3-4 students in a group The group has assignments of music from their books that each student practices. In lessons, students play pieces at the same time. (another reason why group lessons are great because it pushes the student to learn how to play pieces with others in the correct way, such as with rhythm, tempo, volume, etc.) I help each student with those pieces to figure out in what area they need help in the most Students also get to work on their own pieces, which helps them figure out what kind of music genre and style they like to play best. Students play their own pieces at recitals, but with time, also with other students that play different instruments and vocal students!
How will group lessons work with COVID-19?

With piano lessons, it’s easier to maintain social distancing There are clear barriers between each keyboard so students will not keep in contact with each other I clean the keyboards between each lesson Everyone is required to wear their mask to enter studio. Temperatures will be taken at the door
How long should a student practice?

Primer level 1: no less than 20 minutes a day Level 1-2: 30-40 minutes a day Level 3-4: 1 hour a day After this level, it is crucial students practice as long as they need to EFFECTIVELY practice difficult music to the point where they are performing it at their best.
I do not have a piano at home, what should I get?"

It is mandatory to have a piano/keyboard. What to get: Weighted Hammer Action 88 Keys (brands suggested: Yamaha, Roland, Casio-not ideal but still works) You do not need a grand piano to be a good piano player! However, if you do have one that is in good condition and tuned that is wonderful!

Please read the following studio policies and procedures and where appropriate, share them with your young musicians. Please sign and return page four of this policy along with the Registration sheet, Student Info, and Tuition. Thank you for your business!

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How much are lessons?

Group lessons: $35.00 per lesson/per week (subject to change) Private lessons: $40.00 per lesson /per week (subject to change)
How long is a lesson?

Group lessons are 45 minutes once a week Private lessons are 30 minutes once a week
Why group lessons?

Students learn more quickly and consistently in group lessons than in private lessons, Students get to be part of an environment that is continually learning and consistently improving Student’s make new friends and it makes lessons more enjoyable for everyone when students are learning with their friends Parents are happy with results and continue to ask for group lessons even when the schedule doesn’t permit certain students to be in a group
How does a scheduling a group lesson work?

Typically, I try to put students in the same level and around the same age together to try to make the “perfect” group. However, this always isn’t possible, but I try!
What can a student expect from a group lesson?

There are 3-4 students in a group The group has assignments of music from their books that each student practices. In lessons, students play pieces at the same time. (another reason why group lessons are great because it pushes the student to learn how to play pieces with others in the correct way, such as with rhythm, tempo, volume, etc.) I help each student with those pieces to figure out in what area they need help in the most Students also get to work on their own pieces, which helps them figure out what kind of music genre and style they like to play best. Students play their own pieces at recitals, but with time, also with other students that play different instruments and vocal students!
How will group lessons work with COVID-19?

With piano lessons, it’s easier to maintain social distancing There are clear barriers between each keyboard so students will not keep in contact with each other I clean the keyboards between each lesson Everyone is required to wear their mask to enter studio. Temperatures will be taken at the door
How long should a student practice?

Primer level 1: no less than 20 minutes a day Level 1-2: 30-40 minutes a day Level 3-4: 1 hour a day After this level, it is crucial students practice as long as they need to EFFECTIVELY practice difficult music to the point where they are performing it at their best.
I do not have a piano at home, what should I get?"

It is mandatory to have a piano/keyboard. What to get: Weighted Hammer Action 88 Keys (brands suggested: Yamaha, Roland, Casio-not ideal but still works) You do not need a grand piano to be a good piano player! However, if you do have one that is in good condition and tuned that is wonderful!