Practicing

 

Students are expected to practice at home on a daily basis. This is designed for students to experience consistent progress and enjoyment at the piano. Commitment to practicing the music on regular basis will result in satisfaction, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment.

 

Practicing even 15 minutes at the piano will show more results than nothing. Practicing must be done in a focused and careful manner because bad practice can create bad habits that are very hard to undo. I give lesson notes and practice tips for each student. Following a correct way of practicing will lead to greater self-esteem, progress, and achievement. 

 

Parental support is extremely important in musical learning. Most of the students begin piano lessons with excitement. However, they will face challenges and frustrations at some point. Please be aware that when obstacles happen, parental encouragement and praise will be essential to your child’s success.

 

If your child needs more structured practice tips, I would love to share a detailed list of steps to go through at home.

 

 

 

 

Attendance & Make-up Lessons

 

Students are expected to attend every scheduled lesson. 

Even if your child didn't practice during the week (They are as busy as we are these days!), we can always find activities to work on.

Please encourage him/her to come to lesson every week. 

 

Make-up lesson will be given if a student, a parent, and a teacher can find a time that works for everyone in that same week.

There is a make-up lesson week at the end of each semester. Students can schedule a make-up lesson during that week if he/she missed lessons during a semester.

 

 

 

Scheduling

 

Students are asked to submit 3 preferred lesson times at the beginning of fall semester.

Based on the availability of teacher's, parent's, and student's schedule, the appropriate lesson time will be determined. After the final lesson schedule is in place, students are expected to come to every lesson with assigned musical materials. 

 

 

 

 

Performances, Recitals, Competitions

 

Students are encouraged to perform at recitals and competitions. It is a great opportunity to share the music with other people and an important part of learning to play the piano. 

The recitals are held at the end of each semester and additional performances may take place closer to a holiday season.

I often give joint recitals with other local piano teachers at retirement homes in the Baton Rouge area. I understand that some students have done the recitals and competitions and didn't like it very much. My primary goal for students is the enjoyment of the music. It is not mandatory to attend the recitals and competitions to enroll in my studio.

 

 

 

Termination

 

Terminating lessons before the end of the semester must be by agreement between the teacher and the parent. 

Refund of any prepaid tuition will not be made.