Studio Policies

Contract Terms: The term of commitment is on a monthly basis. Every student is afforded the possibility of opting out of lessons after the first lesson, but once the student attends the second lesson, the monthly commitment is engaged, and financial responsibility for the month is assumed. If a student wishes to terminate lessons, I request one month of notice.

Schedule: Lessons will be held at a recurring time once per week. Lessons will be 30, 45, or 60 minutes based on the students’ age and ability level. Any changes to the schedule will be discussed via text or email.

Materials: Students must have the following materials at all times and are responsible for the costs: Metronome, tuner, shoulder rest, cleaning cloth, rosin, notebook for lesson notes, and a pencil.

Attendance/Makeup Lessons: Makeup lessons will be arranged individually between me and the student’s parent. Cancellations that are eligible for a makeup lesson must be reported at least 24 hours in advance. If an absence is not communicated in advance, the lesson is not eligible for a makeup. The fee for the lesson will still be charged (except for family emergencies or sickness). Punctuality is crucial for our lessons to run efficiently. Please understand that I am unable to extend the lesson if you are late. If you are more than 15 minutes late, the lesson is considered forfeited.

Practicing: Regular practice is expected and required. Specific expectations will be discussed in lessons and reflected in the take-home practice notes. At a minimum, students should practice for the length of their lesson time 5x per week. Students will bring their notes to class each week. Steady and thoughtful work brings dramatic change!

Payment / Pricing: Invoices will be sent out at the beginning of each month via email and will be due by the first lesson of each month. By signing up for lessons, you are committing to payment for each lesson of each month. You may not pick and choose dates to purchase/attend. Cash, check, Chase QuickPay, PayPal and Venmo are all accepted.

Lessons are $70 for 30 minutes, $90 for 45 minutes, and $120 for 60 minutes.

A late fee of $10 will be charged for untimely payments.