Practice Expectations
Consistent home practice is essential for steady progress. Students are encouraged to practice regularly throughout the week and complete their weekly assignments.
Parent Involvement
Partnering with Parents
Parents play an important role in each student's success by encouraging consistent practice, helping establish routines, and supporting their child's musical growth. Parents are welcome to observe lessons when appropriate.
Performance Opportunities
Recitals & Musical Growth
Students are encouraged to participate in studio recitals and other musical events throughout the year to build confidence and performance experience.
Instruments
Required Materials
Students will need lesson and repertoire books. These are not included in the tuition costs. A well-maintained acoustic piano is preferred. If using a digital piano, it should have 88 weighted keys, touch sensitivity, and a sustain pedal to provide an effective learning experience.
Tuition & Other Fees
Tuition varies according to lesson length. Please contact Angela for current tuition rates and availability. A yearly registration fee and books & activities deposit help support recitals, festivals and auditions (when applicable), lesson materials, and other studio activities.
Attendance & Make-Up Lessons
Lessons follow the studio calendar which is provided before each semester begins. Your lesson time is reserved exclusively for your student throughout the semester. Because lesson times are limited, make-up opportunities are offered during a designated make-up week at the end of each semester and are subject to the teacher’s availability. A minimum of 24 hours' notice is requested for cancellations.
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