Voice Studio Policies
Revised October 08
Dear Students and Families,
Effective immediately, 24 hours notice must be given if you are unable to attend your scheduled voice lesson. Without this notice, you will be charged for your lesson time.
It is the goal of my studio to give all of my students the most valuable experience possible. Remember that your lesson slot, (not the actual lesson) is what you are receiving for your tuition. In addition to regular practice, regular attendance is vital to your success.
Private Studio Violin Lesson Program
Students receive a 30 or 60 minute lesson, (almost every week) at a regular prescheduled time in my Rancho Cucamonga, CA studio. Tuition includes approx.40-45 lessons per year, and is payable in equal 12 monthly installments, regardless of the number lessons during the current month. There are two studio recitals during the year, and the associated fees are included in your tuition.
Missed Lessons or Cancellation with less than 24 hrs notice
When you cancel right before a lesson, or worse, do not call at all, I cannot fill that lesson spot with someone who may sincerely need that time. The time goes unused, and an important part of my livelihood is erased. With 24 hours or more notice, another student is afforded the opportunity to use your slot. Remember that at some point, you might yourself need such a special time slot!
If you are ill the day before a lesson, call immediately. Emergencies notwithstanding, most unexcused absences due to illness are avoidable. In the case of a scheduled doctor’s appointment, please call as soon as you know you’ll need to miss a lesson. This will provide you with the opportunity to use another open slot.
Work/School Schedules
Your voice lesson represents a primary commitment on your part. If you have a full or part time job, do not accept a work assignment that possibly conflicts with your lesson. If you are unable to make that commitment, the studio can not offer you a regular time slot. Instead, your slot will be offered to a student on the waiting list, and you’ll be offered lessons on a time available basis. The above also applies to school activities.
Practice
Students are expected to practice and listen to assigned music at least 5 times each week, and preferably every day. Voice lessons produce meaningful results when student follows the prescribed course of study in good faith. Failure to do so on a regular basis can lead to dismissal.
Payment
Payment can be made on a monthly basis or at the time of the lesson. A $10 service charge will be assessed for returned checks.
Recitals
There will be two studio recitals per year, and all students are required to participate. A separate recital fee will be assessed, payable prior to the recital. For families attending recital events: show your courtesy to performers by staying until the end of the event. If you must leave early, please wait until a suitable break in the performance, and minimize disruption by sitting at the back of the hall.
Summer:
Study during the summer is crucial for students to continue their progress. The summer term is part of the regular course of study. Please indicate in writing any time you may not be available for lessons, due to trips/vacations.
Studio Philosophy
Our studio is designed around the serious music student. Yes, music, lessons and performing can be fun, but remember that we are striving for sustained progress with a high standard of excellence. You are responsible to:
• Attend every scheduled lesson
• Bring music, notebook and materials
• Be organized and take notes
• Practice consistently and demonstrate progress
• Provide 24 hours notice if you are unable to attend a lesson for any reason
• Keep my phone numbers handy and/or programmed in your mobile phone
• Pay tuition each week, or on the first lesson of the month for monthly accounts
• Agree to publish your name, phone and lesson time on the studio roster*
We will be sending you a copy of the studio roster, so that if you need to switch a lesson time with another student, you can contact that student directly. If you intend to do this, please call to let me know as well. Here is my contact information:
Residence Phone: (909) 987-1640 and cell
Mobile Phone: 909-615-4426
e-mail: melaniealpert@charter.net
web: http://thealpertstudio.com
