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Studio Information and Policies 2010-2011 Welcome to The Melody House. We
are pleased to welcome you and look forward to a long fun-filled relationship. Lessons include traditional
piano lessons as well as interactive lessons using a midi and computer. Songwriting will be used to learn theory and explore
creativity. In order to help the studio run smoothly and maximize the benefits to the students, please read the following
policies and sign the last page. Please return a signed copy to the studio. It is your responsibility to read all of
the following information. Failure to comply can result in dismissal from the studio.
General Policy
- Lessons run from September 7th until June 17th.
We have continuous enrollment throughout the year.
- New students must have an interview before starting
lessons. This will give the student/parents and the teacher a chance to make sure this is the right fit.
- There
are no lessons on the following dates for 2010-2011:
Nov 23-26 - Thanksgiving Dec 21 – Jan 2, 2011 – Winter Break Jan 17 – Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday
Feb 21
– George Washington BirthdayApr 18-22 Spring BreakMay 28th-30th – Memorial Day · Please call, check the website or email on snow days. ·
The performances dates TBA
We conduct group classes during the summer.
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Students must show up
prepared to take their lesson. All students must have their books and other
materials at each lesson. Parents, please buy a tote in which to keep their books. If books are lost, you will
need to replace them ASAP. It is nearly impossible to conduct lessons without their books. - Please set aside time to practice. Parents,
please make sure that your student has time and a quiet place to practice. I do not require a fixed number of
hours for daily practice. However, a short but consistent time is necessary if you/your student expect to see progress. I
will try to send home reports if I have concerns or comments if the student is not making progress. Nothing is more frustrating
for a child than to come week after week without making progress.
- If there
are behavior problems, I will send a notice home. If this is not corrected promptly, lessons will be terminated. This
is at the sole discretion of the teacher. The student may not be ready or have any interest in lessons at this time.
- Call
me if you want more specific advice for your child. There will be no refund of fees.
- Practice = Progress=Pride and Accomplishment.
- All lessons begin and end at the scheduled time. It
is important to respect the time and schedule of parents, teachers, and students. If a student is late, the lesson will end
on time and that time will not be made up. . Do not bring the student early and drop them off.
- All students must be picked up on time. There are neither
facilities nor supervision for unattended students, siblings or friends. We will not be responsible for any injury that occurs
and parents/students will be held responsible for any damage caused. If there are continued problems with this
issue, the student may be dropped as a student.
Dismissals may
occur for the following reasons: -
Failure to follow studio policy
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Student is not making adequate progress
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Coming to lessons without materials
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Inappropriate or disrespectful behavior toward teacher/other students
- More than one no show
- Excessive rescheduling
- Mistreating equipment or causing damage
to property in my home or studio (parents of minors and students over 18 will be held financially responsible)
Payment
Policy -
Make payments to The Melody House
- All fees are due the first of the month. There
will be a late charge of $21.00 for any payments not made by the 10th of each month.
Fees are as follow $52.00 non-refundable registration fee* $90.00 per month
for half-hour lessons $135.00 per month for 45 minute lessons * Time slot for
lessons is considered reserved with payment of the registration fee. This fee will not be refunded if lessons are terminated
early. IF YOU USE PAYPAL TO MAKE PAYMENTS, YOU WILL ADD 2.9% + .30 to the payment.
- I will keep a supply of books for purchase. This is a convenience offered to help you save time. Payment
is expected by the beginning of the next month. If prompt payments are not made, I will no longer offer this service
for that particular student. I will not send invoices for these books. Parents need to check students’ materials
for anything new.
- There are no refunds. All missed lessons must be made up within 30 days
of the missed lesson and it is the responsibility of the parent to call and make an appointment.
Cancellation and Attendance Policy
- THERE
WILL ONLY BE 3 MAKE UP LESSONS PER YEAR. IF YOU WISH TO EXCHANGE LESSONS
WITH ANOTHER STUDENT, I WILL SEND AN EMAIL REQUEST TO OTHER STUDENTS. THERE IS NO GURANTEE THAT ANOTHER STUDENT WILL
CHANGE LESSONS WITH YOU AND YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR LETTING THE TEACHER KNOW OF THE CHANGE. The student
/ parent are responsible for contacting the teacher regarding the make-up date and time. Lessons need to be made up
within 30 days. Any lessons not made up within 30 days will be forfeited. The student / parent will be charged for “no-shows”.
- If the teacher needs to cancel, as much notice as possible
will be given and the lesson will be made-up.
- There will be a $21.00 service charge for
any returned checks.
Thank you and feel free to call me if you have further questions.
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