McKinney Music Studio Policy
Expectations
Each student must have a piano at home, with maintenance and tuning at least once per year, a metronome, specific time set aside daily for practicing between lessons, a 3-ring binder with pockets inside the front and back covers (ideally with no zippers or snaps). Attendance at studio piano workshops and recitals is expected. Parental support is essential for the success of young students. Parents are requested to accompany their young children to lessons whenever possible, and to assist them at home with their piano practice.
Student Agreement
The student agrees to: 1) Practice daily (5-7 days a week), 2) Keep a record of practice times, 3) Prepare the complete lesson assignment each week, 4) Keep nails trimmed short, 5) Attend and perform in studio recitals and workshops.
Attendance
There will be no make-up lessons or refunds for cancellations made by students. The instructor has a full schedule and is unable to extend her teaching hours. Students are encouraged to participate in the Lesson Exchange Program (below).
Lesson Exchange Program
Should a scheduling conflict arise in which it is not possible to attend the regular lesson, your student may exchange lessons with another student. The exchange list is shared only with participants and will contain the following information: Student's first name, parent's first and last names, e-mail address(es), phone number(s), and lesson day and time.
Tuition Payment
Payments can be made using Visa, MasterCard or direct debit from a checking or savings account. Quarterly and monthly payments in cash or by personal check cannot be accepted. All regular tuition payments are processed by Music Business Solutions (www.mubus.com). The MuBuS phone no. is (650) 961-7137.
Billing Cycle
Tuition payments can be made once a quarter or once a month. Quarterly payments will be charged automatically on the first day of September, December, March, and June. Monthly payments are charged on the first of each month.
Registration Fee
An annual registration fee of $75 is due by September 1, or when first enrolling in the studio. This non-refundable fee reserves the student's lesson spot for fall and is used to pay for the student's piano books, other printed materials, and fees for festivals, recitals, and competitions up to $75. You may pay by using cash, check, or credit card.
Studio Calendar
Lessons are held weekly throughout the year except for the following holidays/breaks:
Specific dates in 2011-2012 on which we will have no lessons will be posted at the beginning of each quarter.
What the Studio Provides
Students will receive:
Please note: Tuition is calculated by an annual rate divided into 4 equal quarterly payments or 12 equal monthly payments including a 1% service fee. A student who attends each lesson receives 44 lessons annually. There is no "per-lesson" fee.
Discontinuing Lessons
30 days notice is required if the student decides to discontinue lessons. Please notify the instructor in writing. Students are welcome to but are not required to attend lessons during the 30-day period, but tuition is still expected for that period. Tuition is non-refundable.
The instructor reserves the right to discontinue lessons for any reason, and these may include lack of practice, frequent absences, behavioral issues, and destruction or damage of studio property.
Each student must have a piano at home, with maintenance and tuning at least once per year, a metronome, specific time set aside daily for practicing between lessons, a 3-ring binder with pockets inside the front and back covers (ideally with no zippers or snaps). Attendance at studio piano workshops and recitals is expected. Parental support is essential for the success of young students. Parents are requested to accompany their young children to lessons whenever possible, and to assist them at home with their piano practice.
Student Agreement
The student agrees to: 1) Practice daily (5-7 days a week), 2) Keep a record of practice times, 3) Prepare the complete lesson assignment each week, 4) Keep nails trimmed short, 5) Attend and perform in studio recitals and workshops.
Attendance
There will be no make-up lessons or refunds for cancellations made by students. The instructor has a full schedule and is unable to extend her teaching hours. Students are encouraged to participate in the Lesson Exchange Program (below).
Lesson Exchange Program
Should a scheduling conflict arise in which it is not possible to attend the regular lesson, your student may exchange lessons with another student. The exchange list is shared only with participants and will contain the following information: Student's first name, parent's first and last names, e-mail address(es), phone number(s), and lesson day and time.
Tuition Payment
Payments can be made using Visa, MasterCard or direct debit from a checking or savings account. Quarterly and monthly payments in cash or by personal check cannot be accepted. All regular tuition payments are processed by Music Business Solutions (www.mubus.com). The MuBuS phone no. is (650) 961-7137.
Billing Cycle
Tuition payments can be made once a quarter or once a month. Quarterly payments will be charged automatically on the first day of September, December, March, and June. Monthly payments are charged on the first of each month.
Registration Fee
An annual registration fee of $75 is due by September 1, or when first enrolling in the studio. This non-refundable fee reserves the student's lesson spot for fall and is used to pay for the student's piano books, other printed materials, and fees for festivals, recitals, and competitions up to $75. You may pay by using cash, check, or credit card.
Studio Calendar
Lessons are held weekly throughout the year except for the following holidays/breaks:
- KMTA State Conference in October (Mon. and Tues.)
- Thanksgiving Break (Wed.-Fri.)
- Christmas Break (two weeks)
- Spring Break (following the FCPS calendar)
- Two weeks before and after the Summer Session
Specific dates in 2011-2012 on which we will have no lessons will be posted at the beginning of each quarter.
What the Studio Provides
Students will receive:
- Weekly lesson time slot reserved for the student
- Instruction on a well-maintained 1968 Baldwin L grand piano
- Studio repertoire parties approximately every two months for students only
- Preparation for Guild Auditions, recitals, festivals, master classes, and competitions
- Use of studio computer software and Yamaha YPG-225 keyboard
- Instructor's research and preparation outside of lesson time, and attendance at student events
- Subscriptions to online theory and ear-training software for students
- Studio lending library (Books, Sheet Music, CD’s, Videos)
Please note: Tuition is calculated by an annual rate divided into 4 equal quarterly payments or 12 equal monthly payments including a 1% service fee. A student who attends each lesson receives 44 lessons annually. There is no "per-lesson" fee.
Discontinuing Lessons
30 days notice is required if the student decides to discontinue lessons. Please notify the instructor in writing. Students are welcome to but are not required to attend lessons during the 30-day period, but tuition is still expected for that period. Tuition is non-refundable.
The instructor reserves the right to discontinue lessons for any reason, and these may include lack of practice, frequent absences, behavioral issues, and destruction or damage of studio property.
Studio Rules
1. Please arrive on time for your lesson. If the student arrives late, the remaining time will be used, but the lesson will not be extended past the regular endpoint. Please do not arrive more than 5 minutes early. If you are the first student for the day, the instructor may not be there to let you into the studio if you arrive very early.
2. Please park in the driveway. You may alternatively park directly across the street. There is no parking allowed on the side of the street where the studio is located. 3. Parents are welcome to wait in the room next to the studio during lessons. If you wish to have a visitor to the studio during a lesson, please arrange the visit in advance by asking the instructor. 4. Please enter the house quietly and without knocking or ringing the bell. | 5. It is a good idea to wash your hands or use the bathroom before your lesson time. Please do not wait until it is time for your lesson to begin, as this takes away from your personal instruction time.
6. Please trim nails before your lesson. In case you forget, the instructor will have a pair of nail clippers available in the bathroom for you to use. 7. Do not chew gum during your lesson. 8. Do not eat or drink during your lesson. Water may be kept in the adjoining living room for before and after your lesson. 9. Enrollment and participation in this studio indicates agreement to and compliance with all studio goals, curricula and policies. Please keep a copy of this policy sheet. 10. Policy and rates are subject to change with notice. |
