Trial Lesson:
An introductory lesson is offered to all new students at a discounted rate. During this lesson, we will determine your skill level, how you absorb material, and discuss your musical interests, in order to build an appropriate curriculum or progression of lessons for you. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend.
Tuition:
Marina's Music Studio accepts Checks, Cash, and My Music Staff (online payment).
Invoices are emailed one week prior to payment dates.
Payment is due by the first lesson of each month.
Tuition reserves your weekly time slot and studio membership. It also covers the cost of:
Tuition does not include the cost of music. Students should expect to spend approximately $50 per year on repertoire.
Current tuition rates are $20 per half hour
If you have a concern about cost, please contact Marina via email at: malekmarina@yahoo.com
Missed Lessons:
Lesson times are standing appointments; a student’s lesson time is reserved for only them each week, and it is their responsibility to attend.
Dance classes and sports teams do not offer reimbursements if you cannot attend a rehearsal or game – music lessons are no different.
Because specific times are set aside for specific students, a student who does not attend a lesson will simply miss the benefit of that lesson. I will then use that time or other times to plan for the student’s progress, locate materials, etc. Please be assured that tuition pays for far more than the time spent during lessons
Other Lesson Options for Students:
Practice Expectations and Instrument Requirements
If there is a lack of progress, there is probably a lack of practice! A student’s progress is determined by dedicated practice, not by simply attending lessons. Ideally, students should practice at least 4-5 days a week. Specific amounts of practice time are not assigned to each student. Instead, students should practice long enough to complete their weekly assignments.
The quality of practice time is more important than the quantity of practice time.
Parental Support is an extremely important factor in musical training. Students whose parents take an active role in their progress tend to be more enthusiastic and productive. Create a quiet space where the student can practice, and schedule a time for practice each day.
Instrument Requirements: Both piano and voice students should have regular access to an acoustic piano or an 88 key modern digital piano with a weighted hammer action. The 61 key keyboards sold at most large retail stores are not satisfactory for the continued study of piano, though they will suffice for voice and beginning piano lessons if necessary. Acoustic pianos should be kept in good working order and should be tuned at least once a year.
Guitar students must have their own instrument, music stand, and guitar tuner.
It is strongly suggested that all students have access to a Metronome or Metronome app.
Holidays / Studio Breaks / Teacher Cancellation
Please Note that the studio is NOT closed on every national holiday. Sometimes Monday students WILL have lessons on a day when there is no school. The studio is ALWAYS closed on:
Additional Studio Breaks or days off may occur during holiday breaks or between semesters, and are always announced well in advance. The calendar is subject to change.
If the Teacher Must Cancel Lessons (this happens very rarely), students will be offered group lessons to make up for the missed lesson(s), or tuition may be prorated.
Additional studio breaks are announced on the studio calendar
Discontinuation of Lessons
Music is a lifelong pursuit, but lessons are not always possible for a multitude of reasons. Whatever the reason, I will never take discontinuation of lessons personally. Remember: if you are unsatisfied with your lessons for any reason or if you are contemplating quitting lessons, please speak freely to me about your concerns.
Discontinuation of lessons requires a 3 week notice – This gives us time to wrap up any current projects and discuss how the student can continue to follow their music goals. This also allows me the necessary time to fill that empty lesson slot so that I can avoid a loss in income. Thank you for your consideration.