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Teaching
Studio
Getting Started:
Supplies
- Your
instrument, in working condition. If you need repairs, please contact your local
music store to set up an appointment. I can help if you have questions.
- 4 good reeds
at all times (Reed Size will be determined on an individual
basis. Beginners should
start on a Size 2, Rico or Vandoren.)
- A Swab to
clean your instrument
- Cork Grease
- A Pencil
- Your music
and your Lesson Book (Books will be assigned on an individual basis after
the first lesson.)
- A Spiral
Notebook in which to keep your weekly assignments
- Your
Practice Log (Can be stapled into your Spiral Notebook and will be
provided at your first lesson.)
Private Lessons: What
to Expect
In
order to get the most out of the private lesson experience and out of
playing an instrument, regular practice is necessary. It is important that parents work
with the student to incorporate practicing into their weekly routine. Private Lessons will allow each
student to go above and beyond regular classroom musical experiences and
also focus on each student’s unique strengths as well as give extra
guidance on the more difficult aspects of their instrument. The main areas of study will be technique,
music theory and reading skills, tone production, and artistry and
musicality. Every student will
be given the opportunity to select solo repertoire that enhances the
quality of their musical experience. Students will also be invited to
perform solo or with piano and also as small ensembles with other students
at an annual recital. More
details about the annual recital will be given towards the end of the
semester. While the
recital is optional, students are strongly encouraged to participate. It is solely for fun and
experience, there is no judge or competition involved. Students who wish to enter solo
competitions will be encouraged to do so and can prepare on an individual
basis. Date and Time of the
Annual Recital is still TBA.
Students will also receive awards at the end of each semester based
on their participation, practice record, and musical achievements.
Payment
Policy
Tuition
is $35.00 per ½ hour lesson, $50.00 for 45-minutes, and $70.00 per one hour
lesson.
Tuition
for the entire month of lessons is due on the first lesson of the
month. Payment can be made in
cash, money order, or personal check.
In the event that a personal check is bounced, the amount of the
check and any additional fees or bounced check charges will be due
immediately in cash or money order.
Checks can be made payable to Karla Avila.
Attendance
Policy
At
the beginning of each month, tuition will be billed for all classes being
offered in that month. Lessons
are to be viewed as a class for which tuition is due by the month. As with any class, tuition must be
paid for the entire month of classes regardless of whether a student
chooses to attend all the classes offered. In case of illness or in the event that a school
activity comes into conflict with a lesson time, a make-up lesson will be
offered if advanced notice is given that the lesson will be missed. Advanced notice for school-related
conflicts is 1 week and for illness is 24-hours. Same-day notice is
acceptable in the case of emergencies or sudden illness.
If the
teacher cancels a lesson due to illness, that lesson time will either be
made-up or credited towards the next month’s tuition. Because I am also an active
performer in the bay area, there may be an occasional week in which the
studio is not open. You will
be given advanced notice of such dates and either a make-up lesson will be
given or tuition for that month will be adjusted accordingly. You will not be charged for any
time that the studio is not open.
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