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Piano Lessons 2 u





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About



With over 20 years of experience as a piano/vocal teacher and a Music Ministry degree, I love working with children through adult to achieve the dream of playing the piano. It is a joy to see my students transform into piano/vocal artists and develop a lifelong love of music. I would love for you to join me on your own musical journey!



Lessons



In-person and/or LIVE online weekly lessons in my home studio on weekday mornings.


Online Piano Course: "Play & Sing Chords Piano Course" is a great online option for Pre-Teens through Adult. It includes an e-Book and Video Instructional Modules so students can learn from the convenience of their own home at their own pace!



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STUDIO POLICIES & PROCEDURES




Tuition

Tuition is due on or before the first day of the month to reserve the weekly lesson time for the month. Tuition is payable monthly and is based on the 4 weeks in a month. When a 5th week occurs (4 times per year), it is taught at no extra charge at the time given, but will be owed by the student in the recital months--half in June and half in December (see RECITALS). Preferred method of payment is by PayPal automatic monthly subscription.

Absences

Your monthly payment reserves that lesson time for the student therefore, there is no reduction in tuition for missed lessons and there are no makeups for cancelled lessons. Your teacher also uses time and funds outside of the lessons to prepare music, games, and rewards to ensure a prime learning experience. If a student will be absent, they have the option to record a video of their pieces ahead of time and receive an assignment/guidance from the teacher in return to do at their convenience. During seasonal vacations, continued payment will ensure the reservation of the lesson time. Otherwise, it will be considered a withdrawal and may not be available at a later date.

Illness

If the student has had a fever within 24 hours or congestion/cough, the instructor must be notified and lessons cancelled and/or replaced with a LIVE online lesson or request a pre-recorded video assignment from the teacher.

Withdrawal

30 days written notice is required to withdraw from lessons. If a withdrawal occurs in June or December, the full month's tuition applies. If withdrawal occurs mid-year, any extra lessons taught in the month will be owed.

Lesson Time

Each lesson is 30 minutes, once per week. It’s important to have the required materials/books for every lesson and to be ready at the scheduled time. If the student is not present for the lesson 15 minutes after the scheduled lesson time, it is considered a missed lesson and the lesson will be skipped.
If you are dropping off and picking up the student for lessons, please arrive no earlier or later than 5 minutes before/after the scheduled lesson time to ensure no disruption of other lessons. If staying for the duration with siblings, please be as quiet as possible as to not disrupt the momentum of the lesson. Families are also welcome to wait in the car or play at the park during lessons.

Recitals
There are two performances a year in which all students participate. These recitals occur mid-June and mid-December. Rehearsals conducted that week replace the lesson and the recital counts as an additional lesson, after which will usually follow a 2 week break. Since there’s no charge when a 5th week occurs in the month (which happens 4 times in a year), full tuition will apply for the recital months. A recital fee of $15 per student is owed regardless ofability to participate due to event costs.

Inclement Weather

If county schools are closed due to inclement weather, lessons are cancelled and Zoom lessons are offered during the lesson time.

Holidays

There are no lessons in observance of the following holidays: Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Independence Day. In place of these lessons, a make-up time will be offered by the teacher or the student can opt for a pre-recorded video tutorial.







Recital Prep Info for Students:

1. The week of June 2nd-- there will be mini group rehearsals (at the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church) in place of the lessons that week. Students should plan to meet there on their usual lesson day at 10:30 AM. EXCEPTION: Monday & Wednesday Students--please attend a rehearsal on Tues (6/3) or Thursday (6/4) at 10:30 AM.

2. There will be no lessons the week of the recital (June 9th-13th) as the recital replaces the lesson for the week. We will then be on a short break and lessons will resume June 3rd.

3. All loose sheet music must be affixed to sturdy paper (ie. cardstock, construction paper) or in a binder notebook with sheet protectors. If using a book for the performance, please have the page marked with a paperclip or tab so that the student can find it quickly.

4. Students are encouraged to practice DAILY the 2 weeks leading up to the performance so that they know their song well.

5. On the morning of the recital, students should practice once through at home to get warmed up and ready.

6. Address to the venue: Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church 3184 Church Street in Manchester. Doors will open at 10:00. Students should plan to arrive at 10:15 and find their seats in the front, closest to the piano. The recital program will list the order and seat numbers.

7. Attire is dressy casual.

8. The event will be about 30 minutes in duration. Out of courtesy to all performers, we request students and families to stay for the duration of the recital. Afterwards, feel free to take photos up front!