Music Lesson FAQs
Welcome! Check out these Frequently asked questions below:
Do I pay per lesson or per month?
Payment for the entire month is due at the beginning of each month. The payment covers four full lessons. We can alsways reschedule lessons if the student has a 'sick day' or an unavoidable time conflict.
How long are lessons?
Lessons are 30 minutes long. Advanced students can pay to book 45 min if the schedule permits.
What is the earliest age someone can start taking lessons?
My youngest student's are typically 6 years or older. However, it's never too early to start exposure to music and music lessons! The most important thing is for the student to have an interest and desire to learn.
What is the oldest age someone can start taking lessons?
It's never too late to start music lessons! The most important thing is for the student to have an interest and desire to learn.
Is there a refund for missed or canceled lessons?
If you need to cancel a lesson due to illness or unforeseen circumstances I will provide a rescheduled lesson during a different time/day at no extra cost. The rescheduled lesson must be made within 30 days of the originally scheduled lesson.
If I am the one who must cancel a lesson I then give you the choice of a rescheduled lesson or a refund.
What form of payments do you take?
I accept Venmo, cash, or personal checks (I do not currently accept Paypal).
You have the option of enrolling in e-billing and auto payment through the student portal.
What curriculum do you use?
I use a variety of teaching methods tailored to each student. I often use Suzuki books, ‘I can read Music’ , ear training and excerpts from other printed sources.
How do I know what size/brand instrument to purchase or rent?
We can discuss options on a phone call before lessons begin or we can chat about options during our first lesson. If you are purchasing a beginner instrument I highly recommend purchasing it from a local company so that you can see the quality before you buy. However, there are plenty of online options that are great, too.
Do I need to purchase extra materials before lessons begin?
I have a small list of supplies that I usually request each of my students purchase when starting lessons. You can order these through an Amazon link I’ve created, or you can purchase them from wherever you’re most comfortable.