Studio Policies
What to Expect from Your Student’s Lessons
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Lessons are conducted in a positive, encouraging environment and are tailored to each student’s unique goals and needs.
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Each weekly lesson lasts 30 minutes, unless additional time is arranged.
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Lessons will include a variety of musical styles and learning activities, such as:
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Decoding notation and intervallic learning
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Learning the musical and historical context of repertoire
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Developing proper technique, rhythm, and sight-reading
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Theoretical analysis and ear training
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Collaboration through ensembles and accompanying
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Memorization strategies
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Problem solving and practice strategies
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Gaining Confidence as a Performer
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What to Expect from Students Between Lessons
Daily practice is essential to reinforce lesson material and ensure steady progress.
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Prepared lessons are much more valuable and enjoyable for student and teacher.
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Students are expected to complete everything listed on their practice sheet, including:
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Assigned pieces
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Technique exercises
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Theory work
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A minimum of 3 quality practice sessions per week is required to maintain studio enrollment.
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Students must record their weekly practice to help track progress and identify areas needing improvement.
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Participation in semi-annual recitals and studio events is expected.
Weekly Attendance, Missed Lessons,
Make-Ups and Flex Weeks
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Your student's lesson time is reserved exclusively for them each week.
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Missed lessons will not be refunded or rescheduled. However, you may arrange a swap with another student if needed. See FLEX WEEKS:
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Please provide advance notice for absences as a courtesy.
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FLEX WEEKS:
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To support a consistent and sustainable studio schedule, two Flex Weeks are built into the academic year.
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Flex Weeks may be used for teacher illness, travel, or other necessary circumstances. Because these weeks are already included in the annual calendar, all students will still receive their full allotment of lessons.
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No make-ups or refunds are provided for lessons canceled during Flex Weeks.
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Your tuition covers more than just lesson time. For more details, read: Why I Don't Do Make-Up Lessons
Registration
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A $50 registration fee per student is due at sign-up.
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This covers studio materials such as copies, folders, stickers, and maintenance of the lending library.
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Families are responsible for purchasing method and theory books, as well as special music required for festivals.
Money Matters
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Annual tuition is $950 and covers 32 lessons between August 17, 2026 and May 21, 2027.
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Tuition will be prorated accordingly if a student begins at any time other than at the start of each semester.​
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Accepted payment methods: Cash, Zelle, or Apple Pay
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Choose from three payment options:
Option A:
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​$50 registration (due upon registration)
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$950 on first lesson in August.
Option B:
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$50 registration (due upon registration)
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$475 on first lesson in August and $475 due on first lesson of January.
Option C:
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$50 registration (due upon registration)
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$50 on first lesson in August, and $100 on first lesson of each month from September-May
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Late payments: $5/week per student
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Two weeks of non-payment may result in termination unless prior arrangements are made.
Termination of Lessons
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Students may be dismissed (without refund) for the following:
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Repeated late payments
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Lack of practice
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Excessive absences
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Not following studio policies
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Forgetting materials consistently
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Disrespectful behavior by student or parent
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Housekeeping Guideliness
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No gum, food, or drinks (other than water) in the studio.
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Students should eat beforehand, outside the studio.
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No shoes in the studio—please remove them at the door. Slippers or socks are welcome.
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No cell phones during lessons. Devices should remain in the waiting area.
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Please arrive and pick up on time. Late arrivals will receive only the remainder of their scheduled 30 minutes.
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Important studio info is sent via email. For same-day updates, please text me, as I won’t check email during teaching hours.
