MY RESPONSIBILITIES

I will teach students the language of music in a positive and enthusiastic environment. My goal is to empower each student to take an active role in their music education by providing input based on their interests and long-term goals. I will tailor the curriculum to match each student's individual learning needs.

STUDENT & FAMILY RESPONSIBILITIES

Students agree to arrive at each lesson punctually, well prepared, and with their assignment books, music, and instrument, if applicable (a piano is provided in the studio for piano lessons).

To make good progress, students are expected to practice daily with focus and consistency. Please ask questions about home assignments so that students and parents fully understand the assignments and goals.

Parents: If something is happening at home or school that is affecting your child, please let me know. The more information I have, the more I can be sensitive to your child's needs. Parents can also stay updated on lesson content and homework by accessing their student's Google Classroom. Detailed lesson notes can be found there.

All students are encouraged to participate in local musical theatre auditions, performances, and competitions. If an opportunity arises, please bring the information to the next lesson so I can help your student prepare.

Students must have their own instrument to practice at home. If you have questions or would like guidance on purchasing an instrument, please let me know. An appointment can be scheduled to meet with the student and family for instrument trials and personalized recommendations.

TUITION AND SCHEDULE

Please note that tuition reserves a student's weekly lesson time but may not directly correlate with the number of lessons received if the student does not attend their scheduled lesson.

Tuition is based on annual enrollment rather than the number of lessons occurring in any particular month.

Students receive 40 guaranteed lessons each year, beginning from the student's start date (including summer).

The cost of these 40 lessons is divided into 12 equal monthly tuition payments due on the 1st of each month, allowing tuition to remain the same every month regardless of how many lessons fall within a particular calendar month.

The remaining 12 weeks each year are unpaid and consist of:

Teacher Sick Days (2 weeks): The teacher may use up to two sick days per year, if necessary, without providing makeup lessons. If these days are not used, they become complimentary lessons, potentially bringing the annual total to 42 lessons. These complimentary lessons are reserved specifically to cover possible teacher illness cancellations. If no illness cancellations occur, these complimentary lessons may be canceled without a makeup lesson being provided.

Studio Closure (10 weeks): The remaining 10 unpaid weeks are designated as studio closure. No makeup lessons or tuition adjustments are provided during studio closure because these weeks are not included in the 40-lesson tuition calculation. Studio closure dates are tracked each year and are available upon request.

Tuition invoices are sent on the 1st of each month for all enrolled students. Payment is due on the 1st of the month through AutoPay. All payments are non-refundable.

Payments received after the 1st of the month are subject to a $10 late fee. Payments received after the 5th of the month are subject to an additional $5 late fee, and the student's lesson time may not be reserved for the following month.

All students are required to enroll in automatic payment using a debit or credit card to avoid late payments. If AutoPay is not an option, please discuss alternative arrangements with the teacher.

Recurring late payments may result in termination of the student's enrollment.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Lessons canceled with less than 24 hours' notice are not eligible for a makeup lesson credit.

Lessons canceled with at least 24 hours' notice receive a makeup lesson credit that must be used within 90 days. Makeup lesson credits expire after 90 days.

Once a makeup lesson has been scheduled, at least 24 hours' notice is required to reschedule it. Only one rescheduling, cancellation, or no-show is permitted for a scheduled makeup lesson before the makeup credit is forfeited.

Every student receives two annual "Life Happens" cancellations that may be used for lessons canceled with less than 24 hours' notice while still receiving a makeup lesson credit. These complimentary cancellations renew every January, must be used during that calendar year, and do not roll over if unused.

Makeup lesson availability is posted through the studio's Calendly link, with open time slots displayed up to eight days in advance. If additional scheduling options are needed, please contact the teacher directly.

Makeup lessons do not count as credit toward the following month's tuition.  

In the rare event a lesson is canceled by the teacher (outside of teacher sick days) the lesson is rescheduled within 30 days, and as much advance notice as possible will be provided.

Planned vacations or other conflicts communicated in advance receive a makeup lesson credit.

MUSIC & MATERIALS

Each student is responsible for purchasing the required music and lesson materials. Required materials are assigned by the teacher, and students are expected to obtain them within two weeks of assignment. Whenever possible, advance notice is provided before new materials are assigned.

COMMITMENT

Enrollment reserves a student's place in the studio for the entire year.

Changes to weekly lesson schedules may be made on a case-by-case basis before the next month's tuition is due. However, recurring schedule changes within the same semester cannot be accommodated on the flat rate tuition schedule in order to maintain a consistent and fair schedule for all students and families.  The "A La Carte" tuition schedule is where scheduling flexibility is able to be provided.

If a student chooses to discontinue lessons, two weeks' notice is required. If sufficient notice is not given, two weeks of tuition will be due.