A Word About Policies
To encourage consistent attendance and maximum dedication from students, it is necessary to have firm policies in place. This, in turn, produces an excellent rate of progress and satisfied customers. Customers who abide by the policies will see a maximum return on their investment, and in turn, I will be able to focus my energy on teaching the student instead of discussing payment issues and such with clients.
I have written policies that are designed to protect both the interests of the student/client and the teacher. These policies have been developed and fine-tuned over many years of teaching. I am strict with my policies. This means that all policies will be fully enforced. My advice to new students is to READ CAREFULLY over the policies and be sure that you can live my policies before you enroll in lessons. If you want to observe a lesson or have a sample lesson first and see if it's for you, let me know. Then, if you are still having reservations, then by all means, see if you can find someone who has the policies and style of instruction that you are looking for.
A Word About Rates
I have over eleven years experience as a professional pianist, composer, arranger, and teacher, although my focus has always been teaching. I also have a Bachelor's degree in music (not all private teachers have a degree...be sure to ask them). I believe my rates are reasonable for a professional of my experience and education.
Teaching is my livelihood. It isn't just a part-time hobby. That said, I do ask that clients please take care of me by paying on time, at the first lesson of the month. This reduces my administrative time so I can focus on teaching, and not awkward collection calls.
