Olney Piano Studio Policy

OLNEY PIANO STUDIO Teacher: Irina Gurevich 18248 Paladin Drive Olney, MD 20832 (301) 570-0977 [email protected]

Lessons Description

At Olney Piano Studio, we offer weekly private lessons to beginner, intermediate and advanced students from age 3 1/2 through high school and beyond. We value each student's personality and try to provide lessons in a most fun and suitable way for all learning styles. The lesson plans include a balance of theory, ear training, sight reading and repertoire appropriate to the student's level and musical ability. The goal of every lesson is to learn how to understand and enjoy the music.

Recommended lesson durations are as follows:

 Beginner (1st year of study) – 30 minutes per week  Elementary / Intermediate - 45 minutes per week  Intermediate / Advance - 60 min per week

Theory training is included in each lesson.

Studio Schedule

School year will be divided into three sessions:

 September - December  January – June  July- August

Lessons are not scheduled during National Holidays (Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and New Year Day). We will accommodate our schedule to allow family vacations during the spring, winter, and summer breaks. If you must re-schedule lessons due to religious observances, please give us an advanced notice.

Tuition

Tuition Schedule Tuition fees are based on a 10-month installment plan. You will receive an invoice at the first lesson of each month. Tuition will be due on the 15th of each month. An exception for the due date can be made for the month of your scheduled summer vacation (you must let us know your vacation dates before June 1st). Method of Payment We accept personal checks or cash only. Check should be made payable to Irina Gurevich. Please, write your check in the beginning of the lesson or mail it in. Our mailing address is 18248 Paladin Drive, Olney, MD 20848.

Additional Fees A $10 late charge will be assessed after the 15th day of each month on which an installment is due. A $25 returned check charge will be assessed for any returned check.

The teacher will purchase all required books and materials and will request reimbursement from the parents.

Tuition Rates Please contact the studio for current rates. Call us at (301) 570-0977 or send an email to [email protected].

Studio Procedures

Initial Interview All prospective students will be required to schedule a free initial interview in the studio. The interview is a time for the teacher to meet the students and their parents, learn about their goals and their musical background, as well as to answer any of their questions.

To schedule an initial interview please call us at (301) 570-0977 or send an email to [email protected].

At the Studio Students must arrive on time. Students need to be prepared for the lesson, bring an assignment book and music books.

Parents are welcome to sit at the studio during the lesson. It is a requirement for parents of the beginners to be present at the lesson and supervise their practice until they are independent.

Children should never be left without attention by parents outside of the studio. The teacher will only be responsible for the students at the time of their lesson.

The teacher reserves the right to ask any disruptive individual to leave the studio.

Personal Hygiene Students will be expected to wash their hands right before the piano lesson. Nails should be kept short.

Attendance and Practicing Regular lesson attendance and practicing at home are necessary for consistent progress. Students are expected to practice at least five days per week. The emphasis of practice should be on the quality of the practice and not just on the time spent. The amount of daily practice time needed for your child to accomplish their practice goals will increase as the student’s skill level increases. The teacher will recommend the appropriate amount of practice for each student.

Students must also complete written theory homework as required.

Parents’ Role Parents should show interest in students’ progress, support them with positive attitude, and encourage them to practice and perform. Parents should supervise the initial assignment and follow-up personalized assignments.

Please talk to me about any concerns or questions that you may have about your child’s progress. I am open to any suggestions and ideas that may help you or your child.

Cancelled lessons

Your lesson is a standing commitment. You may cancel a lesson for illness or family emergency only. Make-up lessons can be scheduled at a time convenient for the teacher.

You may re-schedule a lesson for school trips or mandatory school events if you notify the teacher two weeks in advance.

There is no refund and no credit for missed lessons. However, you are welcome to swap a lesson time with another willing family. I will provide a swap list with telephone numbers so you can make the arrangements.

Please do not bring your child if he/she is running a fever or showing symptoms of contagious conditions.

We will not give a make-up lesson for multiple cancellations. Missed make-up lesson will not be rearranged.

We will make every effort to make up lessons cancelled due to snow days. Lessons cancelled by teacher will be made up or credited the following month.

Termination of lessons

If you would like to withdraw from piano lessons for any reason, you must give us notice at least one month in advance.

Discontinued Lessons

I have the right to discontinue lessons for any student who may fail to make progress or miss too many lessons. If you have read and find the above policies acceptable please print out and complete the Student Information Form and the Lesson Policy Agreement. Return this page to Irina Gurevich.

Student Information Form

Student’s Name______

Student’s Date of Birth______

Parent’s Names______

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Student Home Address______

Home Phone #______Work Phone #______

E-mail Address______

Lesson policy agreement

By signing this agreement, I hereby agree that Irina Gurevich and Olney Piano Studio are not responsible or liable for any injuries sustained on the studio premises or premises surrounding. The Olney Piano Studio retains the right to terminate lessons with any student or guardian of student who displays inappropriate behavior or who fails to respect Studio Policy.

I agree to the entire policies put forth in this agreement and understand that all tuitions paid are non-refundable.

Print Student’s Name______

Signature of Adult Student or Parent______Date______