Studio Policies & Tuition

Flexible Scheduling, Variable Tuition and Studio Policy

 

Weekly lessons are important and kids need to know that, for example, “my piano lesson is Tuesdays at 4:00 pm.”

But, real life means having time off from lessons for vacations, school events and other special times that come up during the year.  We need to balance consistent lesson times with life.

How much is monthly tuition? Unlike other studios that have a set monthly payment, tuition at Courante Music is variable and based on the actual number of lessons scheduled per month.  Each student has their own lesson day and time, but you only pay for the lessons we schedule for the upcoming month. You do not pay for lesson times that occur during planned vacations, school events or other special times. This “look-ahead” planning allows for flexibility while maintaining regular lessons. Since students do best with regular attendance, most weeks will look the same. Your total yearly cost of attendance will be less than other studios who have strict attendance/payment policies.

I am able to offer this business model because I am free from the financial constraints many studios face. 

Monthly tuition is due prior to the first lesson of each month. If you are ill and cannot attend a scheduled lesson, please call as soon as possible before the scheduled lesson and you will be credited toward a future lesson. Otherwise, tuition is not refundable.


Weekly Lesson Time and Duration

 

Beginners start with 30 minute lessons then quickly move up to the standard 40 minute lesson.  Teens, intermediate students and adults do best with 45 minute lessons.  One hour lessons for advanced students are also available.

Rates per Lesson

 

$40

30 minutes

Beginning Child’s Lesson

This is the starting point for new beginners. After a few weeks, most students will be ready to move up to the standard 40 minute lesson. Ages 4-5 will keep the 30 minute lesson time.

 

$45

40 minutes

Standard Child’s Lesson

40 minutes is the ideal lesson time for most children.

 

$60

45 minutes

Intermediate Students, Teens and Adults

These students do best with 45 minutes. Increasingly difficult repertoire requires extra time for advanced coaching. Adults, whether new or returning, will maximize lesson time without feeling overwhelmed.

 

Advanced Students

Optional 60 minute lessons for those students who just can’t get enough!

*Cost per year is less than a typical studio that requires a set monthly tuition.

$80

60  minutes