Scheduling

SCHEDULING: Lessons are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis, prioritizing students dedicated to maximizing their piano abilities. Students are obligated to report any scheduling conflicts at the start of each school year. The teacher retains the right to offer make-up lessons based on her schedule and may adjust the lesson schedule if multiple students are impacted.

Tuition

TUITION: Lessons are conducted privately with parental observation permitted. Monthly invoice charges may vary depending on scheduled lesson count. Full payment for each month is required at the first lesson of that month. Accepted payment methods include cash, check, Venmo, Chase Quickpay, and Zelle.

Missed Lessons and Cancellations

MISSED LESSONS: Reserving a lesson slot implies commitment to a limited schedule. With all slots typically booked, arranging make-up lessons is challenging. Students and parents are advised to plan external appointments considering their lesson times. In case of a foreseeable conflict, lesson time exchanges may be possible, subject to the teacher’s discretion and availability. No refunds or credits for missed lessons will be provided, regardless of the reason.

MULTIPLE MISSED LESSONS: No more than a single absence is allowed throughout the school year, excluding holidays and pre-notified vacations. Make-up classes are solely at the teacher's discretion. Frequent missed lessons, without valid medical documentation, may lead to loss of the reserved slot without any refunds or credit.

CANCELLATION: In the event of an emergency or illness, notification to the teacher via text or call is mandatory at least 48 hours before the lesson. Students bear full responsibility for managing their schedule conflicts. However, the teacher will also extend professional courtesy in cases of her own emergencies or illness. Please note: Registration is a binding contract to adhere to the agreed lesson schedule, barring any pre-arranged adjustments.

SUMMER VACATION: Students who choose to continue their piano lessons during the summer months are subject to the same level of commitment and policy standards as during the regular school year. It is imperative that students inform the teacher of any planned vacations or holidays at the earliest convenience. The possibility of make-up lessons during the summer is exclusively at the teacher’s discretion and subject to her availability. This ensures consistency in learning progress and respects the scheduling constraints of both teacher and student. As with the regular school year, no refunds or credits will be issued for missed lessons during the summer period. This policy is enforced to maintain the integrity of the educational process and the valuable time of both student and teacher.

This policy is stringently enforced to maintain a high standard of commitment and progress. Exceptions for missed classes are highly restricted and only considered in absolute emergencies, at the teacher's discretion, and without a history of previous absences. Any make-up class scheduled outside the regular time will incur a 100% fee. If a student fails to attend a scheduled make-up class, no further accommodation is offered, and the student will be charged for the missed lesson.