Studio Policies

Private Music Lessons · Colorado Springs, CO

Enrollment & Tuition

Lessons are offered through an annual enrollment model of 37 lessons per year, aligned with the school calendar and scheduled home-studio breaks.

Tuition is divided into equal monthly payments (yearly or monthly payment option) to provide consistent instruction and secure each student’s weekly lesson time. Monthly tuition remains the same regardless of holidays or breaks.

What’s Included in Tuition

Tuition covers far more than a weekly lesson. Enrollment includes:

• 37 guaranteed private lessons per year through the Annual Enrollment model

• Two studio recitals per year, giving students performance experience in a supportive, low-pressure environment

• Two Piano Parties per year with fellow students and friends

  • One at the end of summer, where students play for one another and enjoy popsicles on the porch to celebrate each other’s growth

  • One additional studio community gathering during the year

• Reserved weekly lesson time for the full enrollment period

• Teacher preparation and individualized lesson planning

• Access to Zoom lessons when in-person lessons are not possible (snow days, illness, etc.)

Missed Lessons & Make-Ups

• 24 hours’ notice is required to be eligible for a make-up lesson. Life happens! I get it and will do my best to accommodate but this cannot be guaranteed.

• Missed lessons without notice will not be made up.

• Make-ups are scheduled as availability allows and are not guaranteed.

• Tuition is not refunded or prorated for missed lessons.

❄️ Snow Day Policy

Because Colorado Springs weather can be unpredictable, snow days follow local school district closures.

• If schools are closed due to weather, lessons will move to Zoom that day.

• If you do not feel safe driving in snowy weather, lessons will move to Zoom that day.

• If in-person instruction is preferred, families may contact Monica to arrange a make-up lesson, subject to availability.

🤒 Illness Policy

To keep everyone safe and healthy:

• Students who are feeling ill should not attend in-person lessons at the home studio.

• Families may:

  • Request a Zoom lesson by texting ahead of time, or

  • Arrange a make-up lesson with advance notice.

Thank you for helping maintain a healthy studio environment.

Pausing/Ending LEssons

Because lesson times are reserved and held specifically for each student, the studio requires written notice at least one month in advance to pause or end enrollment.

• During the notice period, paid lessons will continue as scheduled.

• If a family chooses not to attend lessons during the final month, any remaining paid lessons are forfeited.

• Tuition is not refunded or prorated for early termination.

This policy allows the studio to plan schedules responsibly and offer openings to students on the waitlist.

Instructor Cancellations & Tuition Changes

If the Instructor must cancel a lesson on a date when the studio is normally open, one of the following will be offered:

• A make-up lesson, scheduled as availability allows, or

• A reimbursement equal to the per-lesson value
  (currently $35 for a 30-minute lesson; longer lessons reimbursed at their equivalent rate)

Tuition rates are subject to change. Families will be notified in advance of any rate changes, which will take effect at the start of the next billing cycle.

Online Lessons (Zoom)

Zoom lessons are considered equivalent to in-person instruction and may be used for:

• Snow days

• Illness

• Travel

• Other unavoidable circumstances

Students should be set up in a quiet space with their instrument and materials ready.

🎹 Practice & Preparation

Regular practice between lessons is essential for progress. Practice expectations will be tailored to each student’s age, experience, and goals and communicated clearly during lessons.

Home Studio Etiquette

The studio is a welcoming, inclusive, and affirming space.

Parents/guardians are welcome to watch quietly on the couch unless otherwise discussed. Siblings and guests should minimize distractions during lesson time.

Communication

Text or email is the preferred method for communication regarding:

• Schedule changes

• Illness or weather concerns

• Zoom lesson requests

Please allow up to 24 hours for non-urgent responses.

Community & Values

“You belong here.”

Mutual respect, kindness, and consistency are expected from all students and families. The goal of the studio is long-term growth, confidence, and a positive relationship with music.