Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve been serving the DC Metro area for over 35 years. Our instructors are enthusiastic, encouraging and extremely patient. In addition, they have had substantial experience working with children. Please find answers to the most frequently asked questions below.
1. When will I be billed for services?
Billing for lessons occurs at the beginning of each month. Payment is due within 30 days. We can provide specific billing details once your student begins!
2. What is the cost of services?
We charge $55.00 for a 30 minute lesson, $83 for 45 minutes and $110 for an hour.
3. What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations after 24 hours will be charged at half of your usual rate. Contact your child’s instructor directly when canceling, while also copying Nancy on the email or text.
We also require two weeks notice if you are terminating your lessons, for any reason.
4. When is the annual recital and who may participate?
Each year, our recital is the Friday evening before Father’s Day at Strathmore Mansion in Rockville. We do not mandate that all students participate; rather, we usually suggest that students take lessons for a full year before participating. The final decision should be made by three people—the teacher, the parents and, most importantly, the student. Recital pieces do not have to be memorized—actually we prefer music to be in front of the student, even if they’re not looking at it.
5. When are the schedules for lessons updated?
Scheduling of lessons occurs two times yearly: in late August and at the start of summer. Please don’t assume that your lesson day/time one year will automatically renew the
following year. Try to anticipate a time span/day that will work all year, if possible.
6. What if my child appears unhappy with lessons?
Sometimes, after the initial excitement of starting, your child may lose interest and become resistant to the tedium of practice. Please alert their teacher so they can try a fresh approach (perhaps introducing a popular “fun” book, theory or a classical repertoire book) to re-engage the student. Try to explain to your student that the only way they will progress is by practicing. Please contact me so that, together, we can determine if the child is rejecting the music lessons or their teacher. Chemistry is everything. If the student likes the teacher, they will want to please them by practicing! If it doesn’t seem like a good fit, we can always try another
instructor.
We hope that your student enjoys discovering the wonderful world of music! If you have any
concerns, please feel free to contact us. We’re always here to work with you.