TEACHING APPROACH:

I use many mixtures of methods and resources – depending on age and skill level: Suzuki, Alfred, Faber, Mel Bay, etc. Curriculum and repertoire selection are based on the student’s individual goals and interests.

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REGISTRATION FEE:

There is an initial, non-refundable registration fee of $30 for each student. ($50 max per family). Students who take a break and later return, will also be charged the same amount for re-enrollment.

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TUTION FEES/ENROLLMENT: 

Weekly ½ hour private lessons are $92/month ($115 for 5 week months). 1 hour lessons are $184/month ($230 for 5 week months). Full month's tuition is due at the first lesson of each month, or by the 10th of the month.

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Weekly 45 minute group classes are $84/month ($105 for 5 week months). Full month's tuition is due at the first lesson of the month, or by the 10th of the month.​

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PAYMENT & LATE FEES:

Forms of payment accepted include cash, check, Venmo (@RebeccaErin), or Paypal (Rebeccaerin84@gmail.com)

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I do not send out reminders for payments. I recommend adding notifications on your phone or calendar, so I do not have to charge late fees. Also please be sure to check whether you have 4 or 5 lessons each month before submitting your payment. If payment is not made by the 10th of the month, a late fee of $10 will be added to each student’s account for that month. 

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FEES AND MAKE-UP POLICY:

Fees are charged per month to reserve an ongoing time slot, rather than by the lesson. Each student’s fees reserve a guaranteed space in my schedule. I do not wave or adjust monthly fees for missed or cancelled lessons. And I do not offer make-ups.

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MAKE-UP LESSON EXCEPTIONS & DETAILS:

Make up lessons are not guaranteed and are only possible when other students cancel. I try to accommodate make-up lessons in the event that I have to cancel on my end due to illness or other conflicts. Virtual lessons are also offered as make-up options. I will not do more than one make up lesson per month per student, for lessons cancelled or rescheduled on the student's end. 24 hours advance notice is required in order to consider a make up lesson. No make ups are available for group classes.

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NO SHOWS:

If students do not show up for their assigned lesson time, and no communication is received for 3 or more consecutive lessons/classes, all applicable fees will still be charged per my studio policy, and the subsequent month's enrollment will be terminated. All applicable fees must be caught-up in order to consider re-enrollment, including re-registration.

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EARLY/LATE ARRIVAL:

For early arrival, please wait to come in until your scheduled lesson time. I have a full schedule and a big family. For late arrival, I will still need to end lessons at the scheduled time.

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HOLIDAYS & SUMMER:

I do take a break for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and potentially other times of the year, such as Spring Break. Monthly fees remain the same, and students are encouraged to utilize my Youtube channel for practice tips and guidelines. If students need to reschedule due to trips or other engagements, please notify me well in advance so we can reschedule an alternate time for those lessons. Note: there are no alternate times available for piano class.

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Lesson enrollment is year-round, and continues during the summer. New time slots may be considered as schedules change with summer and/or the new school year.
 

LESSON TERMINATION:

Notice is required by the 10th of the month to terminate enrollment and not be charged for the following month. If lesson termination is after the 10th of the month, then attendance is optional but full month's fees will still be charged for the following month.

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RECITALS:

I have 2 studio recitals per year. Early Summer and Christmas. Students are expected to participate, but may opt out if necessary. Students and parents will be informed of these in advance. Friends and family are welcome and invited to attend. Video and pics are welcome as well. Pics and video may be posted on social media.

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CONTESTS, AUDITIONS, CAMPS, ORCHESTRA, AND FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITIES:

I can provide more detailed info on the following, if requested. Some of the these require an audition. Students have opportunities to participate and benefit from many various local events and programs throughout the year, such as:

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WMMTA Spring Auditions - a solo piano competition, all grades

WMMTA Fall Concerto Auditions - a piano concerto competition, played with an accompanist, all grades

KMEA Music Progressions - a formally judged assessment of piano performance, theory, and comprehension

Wichita Symphony Youth Orchestras - auditions each May, season runs from August through March

Palen Music Center Homeschool Orchestra - weekly 1 hr orchestra classes, 3 levels, September through May

Delano Summer Orchestra - summer orchestra program, weekly evening 1 1/2 hr rehearsals, June - July

KASTA Summer Middle School Orchestra - a one day orchestra bootcamp & performance in July, grades 6-8

Camp Allegro - a week long summer music camp, with a variety of musical training and activities

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REQUIRED MATERIALS:

• Notebook (for weekly assignments & practice instructions)

• Lesson books 

• Instrument (for practice between lessons)

~ Piano: preferably a full size 88-key keyboard with weighted keys, electric or acoustic

~Strings: correct size instrument (1/2, 3/4, 4/4, etc.)​, case/bow/rosin, & shoulder rest (violin/viola)/rock stop (cello)

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PRACTICE SUGGESTIONS:

Students are expected to practice every day, if possible, following the notes in their lesson notebook. Parents will need to supervise/assist younger students. Recommended practice times are:

• 10-15 minutes for ages 4 - 6

• 15-20 minutes for ages 7 - 12

• 30 minutes for students 13+.