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Updated August 2023
Schedule
Lessons are offered on a weekly basis.
September 6, 2023 - May 22, 2024
The following days off are built into the schedule:
2 student sick days (because it happens)
1 teacher sick day (always happens)
1 Fall Break (week of October 15* some years we push through this break. Keep in touch here.)
1 Winter Break (This is Melissa's get out of winter for a week or else she will lose her mind break. Always held February/ March)
1 Spring Break (depends on student's school schedule)
Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years
Monthly Payments
Payments must be received the first of each month. Once registered, your account will be updated to the first of each month.
Additional Costs
Lesson rates ONLY apply to weekly lessons. Additional lessons, or rehearsals are an additional $40 (40% discount for current students) per class. Music, books, additional materials, and accompanist fees are not included in lesson rates.
Missed Lessons
Lessons are discounted to facilitate life’s needs. If you need to miss a lesson, you may choose another date to make up the lesson if the schedule permits. If I need to miss a lesson, I will make it up to you. It is your responsibility to keep track of your lessons. Neither refunds or deductions are provided. Although not guaranteed, typically 1-2 makeup lesson dates are provided towards the end of the school year.
Snow Days
Thanks to technology we WILL have virtual lessons on true snow days. In-person is preferred.
Cancellation Policy
If you choose to cancel lessons on or by June 1:
Your account will be closed with a $0 fee.
Canceling anytime outside of December 15 (middle school students only) and June1
Although rare, instructor reserves the right to terminate agreement at any time due to consistent lack of preparation, and poor attitude. Remember, private lessons are a privilege.
Lesson Rates (including service charge)
30 min lessons are $140 per month
60 min lessons are $235 per month
Semester and annual rates are available. Contact greyflute@gmail.com for rates.
Trial Lessons
For those that are new and want to test the water. A set of three trial lessons are offered at the following rates:
30 min lessons $160
60 min lessons $250
Scholarship
Should the student have financial needs. A short term scholarship is available. Scholarship terms will remain between instructor, parents/ student, and donor. Scholarship will not be publicly disclosed.