On Q Piano

2 Corinthians 5:17

Policies and fees  2008 - 2009

Pianoforte 30 (30 minute private lesson that includes music theory computer lab and membership to MusicLearningCommunity.com for access to piano and music theory games at home)

$19.50/lesson

 

Pianoforte 45  (45 minute private lesson that includes music theory computer lab and membership to MusicLearningCommunity.com for access to piano and music theory games at home)

 $27/lesson

 

Private Online Instruction 30  (30 minute private lesson conducted weekly via webcam with Mrs. Q; includes membership to MusicLearningCommunity.com for access to piano and music theory games at home)

$9/lesson (special pricing until June 1, 2010)

Introduction to Music Class  

1 student: $10/class

2 or more students from same household: $8/class

 

 

Music Theory I 

1 student: $15/class

2 or more students from same household: $12/class

 

Music History: from Handel to Gershwin 

1 student: $15/class

2 or more students from same household: $12/class

payment

Payment is due on the day of the lesson each week.  I accept cash, check or credit card payments via Paypal (all Paypal payments include small fee that Paypal charges to use their service).  See the Pay For Piano Lessons page for more details on using Paypal payments.

books and materials

I ask that you purchase the books the student(s) will be using for lessons.  I will usually provide you with a local music store's contact information or you can purchase the books online from my website.  Each student needs at least one lesson book and one theory book for their appropriate level.  There are other supplementary books available for all levels to enrich the student's learning experience, build confidence, improve technique, and make learning more fun which I will recommend but you are not required to purchase them.

cancellations

Click here to view On Q Piano's cancellation policy.

Practicing

I provide each student with an Assignment sheet at each lesson.  The sheet contains a list of songs, exercises, scales, and anything else covered during the lesson with specific goals for the student to accomplish during the week at home. 

 

I recommend a minimum of 15 - 30 minutes each day of practice, depending on the level.  I also tell my students that practicing is so much more than just running through the song a couple of times.  I highly recommend the 'breaking down' of music; i.e. practicing the first 3 measures of a piece until the student is comfortable with the technique and fingering before moving on.  The students that 'break down' the music will almost always progress much quicker than those that try to just play the song.

 

supervision/sit-ins during lessons

Unlike a large number of private music instructors, I actually prefer a parent staying for the lesson.  This gives the parent the opportunity to clearly see how their child is progressing and where they may need improvement.  I do ask that if a parent stays that he/she respect the time we have for a lesson though.  I'm more than happy to talk and answer any questions or concerns after the lesson is over.  If we cannot talk after the lesson, you're welcome to call or email me as well.

termination

Teaching is such a rewarding career and something that I truly have passion for.  Unfortunately (and rarely) I will have to dismiss a student if any of the following occurs on a regular basis:

 

  • Uncooperative attitude
  • Disrespect in any form
  • Lack of progress due to insufficient practice and/or failure to complete theory assignments
  • Poor attendance

 

I do my best to work with the parent and student to fix the situation before dismissal.  I firmly believe that lessons are not beneficial to any party if any of the above occurs regularly.