Dianne's Studio

About the Studio

Mission: I am edicated to giving quality music instruction to individuals as well as to groups. I will teach according to what you want to learn - whether it is for your own pleasure or for accreditation.

Principle Instrument: Piano

Other Instruments:Violin, Guitar, Voice, All Winds and Brass, Drums

Principle Style: Various - Classical, Pop, Rock, Jazz, Folk, Blues, Country, Broadway, Gospel, Various

Studio Specialties: Relaxed environment, All Aged Students

Exam Preparation:Yes

Group Lessons:Yes

Studio Recitals:Yes

Parents welcome at lessons:Yes

Air conditioned:Yes

Music Education Software:Yes

Term Dates:Lessons occur all Year Long.

Studio Hours:

Monday: Afternoon, Evening

Tuesday: Afternoon, Evening

Wednesday: Afternoon, Evening

Policies and Procedures

The study of music is a truly rewarding and enriching experience that will remain with your child all his or her life. My goal is to provide each student with a well-rounded music education in a positive and fun environment. It is my belief that every student can succeed musically, and parental encouragement and involvement is a large factor in that success. The following policies and procedures help to make my studio run smoothly and your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

Assuring Success in Music Lessons

Successful satisfying music study is dependent upon correct and consistent practice habits. In order for students, parents and myself to experience success, the following are my requirements:

-Arrange a set time everyday for you or your child to practice.

-Provide a practice setting free from distraction (siblings, TV, etc)

-Make sure written assignments are finished and the student is prepared for the lesson.

-Practice time is daily.

-Students are expected to come to their lessons on time with all materials: assignment book and music.

-Just as parents are very involved in checking their children's classroom work, they should also take an active role in their children's piano assignments. Positive encouragement yields great results!

Missed Lessons

1. Lessons missed by me will be rescheduled.

2. Lessons missed due to the student's illness or emergency will be rescheduled. Please contact me by 8:30 am the day of your child's lesson otherwise the lesson may not be made up. If no notification is given the lesson is forfeited and will not be rescheduled. Fees are not reduced by missed lessons.

Lesson Fees and Payments

1.Payments can be made in cash or cheque. Please note that there is an added fee for NSF cheques. Lessons may be paid weekly or monthly.

2.Individual lesson payments will be for 30-minute lesson. Please inquire about the current lesson fee.

Summer Lessons

In order to secure a spot on next fall's schedule, you should consider at least 4 lessons during July and August. If you do not meet this minimum requirement, you will be put on a waiting list.

Practicing

All students are required to practice. Practice times vary from one level to the next. Please refer to this general guide for a better idea of how much practicing is expected.

Beginner: 20 minutes a day

Grade 1 - 4: 30 - 40 minutes a day

Grade 5: 45 minutes a day

Grade 6: 55 minutes a day

Other Information

1. Parental involvement in their child's piano study is very important and parents are welcome to come to any lesson if their schedule allows it.

2. Communication between the parents and the teacher is necessary either by phone or appointment. Please feel free to contact me anytime.

3. A concert at Christmas time will be scheduled allowing all students to play for family and friends.

4. If there is a Spring Concert, time will be scheduled allowing all students to play for family and friends.

If you have any questions or concerns please call and leave a message on my answering machine. During lessons, I will not answer the telephone to assure everyone my undivided attention.

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