Studio Policy

Parent role

  • Schedule regular practice time. Ask students to play for you. (First thing in the morning (5-10 minutes) or right after completing school home work (5-10 minutes)). Same time every day works well and becomes a habit. Ask them what they learned during the lesson. 
  • Tuition will be charged monthly on the 1st of the month. Monthly tuition is non-refundable. Make-up lessons are available during the weekends. A $45 late fee applies after the 7th of each month. Paying per lesson  will incur a $5 per payment. 
  • Commitment to piano lessons is for the school year from September to May. One month advance notice is required to cancel during the school year.
     

Student role

  • Practice 15-20 minutes at least four days a week (for beginners). Practice more for recitals and festivals. Record your practice in your assignment book to earn points.

  • Follow the practice steps written by the teacher. (Spot practice, slow practice, identify patterns in your music).

  • Complete all assignments, especially your theory work.

  • Have your books ready for all lessons.

Teacher role

  • Guide each student through a balanced program of theory, technique and repertoire. Incorporate music the students like.
  • Update parents on student progress.
  • Make up lessons may be scheduled during the weekends.
  • Flexible summer lessons schedule is available from June to August. Pay per lesson at no charge. 
  • Teach practice strategies and offer incentives (stickers and prizes)



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