Deerpath Music Studio ~ Policies (updated June 2021)
LESSON CALENDAR
Lessons run September thru June each year.
The schedule typically follows the school year, including Christmas, March break and stat holidays but not PD Days.
End of Year Recital is tentatively scheduled for 1st week in June.
TUITION / PAYMENT
The Fees for private lessons are to be paid in advance by monthly or semester payments by cheque or E-request transfer.
Tuition is based on lesson time and includes registration, lessons, and recitals. Your fee secures your lesson time for the year whether or not you attend the lesson. Book are not included in the tuition payment.
MISSED LESSONS
Lessons missed by the student are non-refundable and will not be rescheduled.
Your payment secures a weekly lesson time spot whether or not you attend the lesson.
PERSONALIZED PROGRAMMING
Jennifer creates a program suitable for each individual student. The foundation of all programs will include theory, technique, ear training & composition. Students have the option of preparing for formal piano examinations through the Royal Conservatory of Music or Canadian Conservatory.
PRACTICE TIME
Lesson progress and improvement depends on consistent daily practice. Parents and students share the responsibility to ensure that good habits are developed and maintained. Key factors to a positive musical learning environment include: Properly tuned piano or touch-sensitive digital piano, adequate light, ergonomically correct bench, distraction-free practice area/time, parental supervision of students during practice sessions.
Students should come to each lesson prepared to demonstrate improvement in each of the pieces which have been assigned.
Student are expected to create a habit of developing a musical routine a minimum of 5 days/week.
PARENT – TEACHER COMMUNICATION
Parents or music helpers are encouraged to sit in on all lessons at Deerpath Music Studio.
I require that parents sit in on at least 1 lesson per month or call me directly for a short debrief. It is important that all persons involved: student, parent & teacher have a clear understanding of the goals and achievements set out for the student.
I hope to make each student’s piano experience a very positive and productive one.
CANCELLATION OF LESSONS
Students often go through periods of hardship during piano lesson or practice time, and frustration is a common factor in a child’s development while struggling to learn new concepts and musical skills. Parents are encouraged to call me with any questions or concerns regarding any problems the student may have. However, if a parent or student chooses to discontinue lessons for any reason, one month’s fee will be retained.
Lessons run September thru June each year.
The schedule typically follows the school year, including Christmas, March break and stat holidays but not PD Days.
End of Year Recital is tentatively scheduled for 1st week in June.
TUITION / PAYMENT
The Fees for private lessons are to be paid in advance by monthly or semester payments by cheque or E-request transfer.
Tuition is based on lesson time and includes registration, lessons, and recitals. Your fee secures your lesson time for the year whether or not you attend the lesson. Book are not included in the tuition payment.
MISSED LESSONS
Lessons missed by the student are non-refundable and will not be rescheduled.
Your payment secures a weekly lesson time spot whether or not you attend the lesson.
PERSONALIZED PROGRAMMING
Jennifer creates a program suitable for each individual student. The foundation of all programs will include theory, technique, ear training & composition. Students have the option of preparing for formal piano examinations through the Royal Conservatory of Music or Canadian Conservatory.
PRACTICE TIME
Lesson progress and improvement depends on consistent daily practice. Parents and students share the responsibility to ensure that good habits are developed and maintained. Key factors to a positive musical learning environment include: Properly tuned piano or touch-sensitive digital piano, adequate light, ergonomically correct bench, distraction-free practice area/time, parental supervision of students during practice sessions.
Students should come to each lesson prepared to demonstrate improvement in each of the pieces which have been assigned.
Student are expected to create a habit of developing a musical routine a minimum of 5 days/week.
PARENT – TEACHER COMMUNICATION
Parents or music helpers are encouraged to sit in on all lessons at Deerpath Music Studio.
I require that parents sit in on at least 1 lesson per month or call me directly for a short debrief. It is important that all persons involved: student, parent & teacher have a clear understanding of the goals and achievements set out for the student.
I hope to make each student’s piano experience a very positive and productive one.
CANCELLATION OF LESSONS
Students often go through periods of hardship during piano lesson or practice time, and frustration is a common factor in a child’s development while struggling to learn new concepts and musical skills. Parents are encouraged to call me with any questions or concerns regarding any problems the student may have. However, if a parent or student chooses to discontinue lessons for any reason, one month’s fee will be retained.