2026-2027 Studio Policies & Procedures
General Information | Weekly private lessons are offered in 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions.
At The Studio | Students are required to arrive promptly for their lessons with all necessary materials and music. They may enter the house and wait for up to 5 minutes before their scheduled lesson. Parents and siblings are welcome to quietly wait in the living room, remain in their vehicle, or run errands, but they must return promptly to pick up the student.
Materials | Students will receive a music tote bag, as well as a homework notebook during their initial lesson to record assigned pieces and practice goals each week. Students are responsible for paying for music books.
Practice Requirement | Private students are expected to practice daily a minimum of five days per week and meet the minimum practice time as determined by the teacher. Parents are encouraged to be supportive and active participants in practice at home.
Tuition and Payment | Tuition is based on the full semester and divided into equal monthly payments. It reflects my hourly rate of $66/hour and includes weekly piano lessons and performance classes. An annual $50 registration fee covers materials and administrative costs; students joining mid-year will pay a prorated fee. Families with two or more children enrolled may qualify for a family rate - please contact me for details.
Students have the option of paying tuition in one of the two following methods. The tuition rates are shown in the table below.
(1) In equal monthly installments. Payments are due on the 1st of each month.
(2) Or, in two large, equal installments. Payments are due Sept 1st and Feb 1st.
Cash, post-dated cheques, and e-transfers are accepted methods of payment. E-transfers can be sent to kim@flourishpiano.ca. Unexcused absences may not receive credit/reimbursement, at the discretion of the teacher.
Makeup Lessons | Students are allowed two excused absences per semester, with makeup lessons scheduled at a mutually convenient time. For unforeseen circumstances, such as accidents or family emergencies, makeup lessons may be arranged upon request.
Please notify the teacher at least 24 hours in advance for any planned absences. Same-day cancellations are not eligible for makeup lessons. Additional makeup lessons beyond the two excused absences are at the teacher’s discretion.
Terminating Lessons | The expectation is that students commit to lessons for the school year: September to June. If circumstances change and you need to discontinue lessons, please provide one month’s written notice. This courtesy allows time to wrap up learning goals and gives the teacher adequate time to offer the spot to another student.
Studio Events | Each year, the studio schedules a number of special events for students and their parents.
Studio Recitals: Students will have two formal recitals each year, providing an exciting opportunity to demonstrate their progress to family and friends.
Examinations: Students are welcome to participate in theory examinations and/or performance evaluations. These opportunities require additional entry fees. Please contact the teacher for more information.
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