STUDIO POLICY

By agreeing to our policy you are letting us know that you understand how our studio operates. The policy takes effect only after the initial lesson time is agreed upon by the teacher and student/parent.

LESSONS:

At Picco Music Academy our private lessons are held weekly in half-hour sessions.

Music Production classes GarageBand 102, Logic Pro 101 & 102 are held weekly in 60 minute sessions.

Weekly 45 and 60 minute lessons are available, subject to approval.

TUITION PRICING:

Tuition at Picco Music Academy is as follows:

$120 per month - weekly, 30 minute lessons

$180 per month - weekly, 45 minute lessons

$240 per month - weekly, 60 minute lessons

For Music Production classes GarageBand 102, Logic Pro 101 & 102, tuition is $175 per month.

If a new student signs up part-way through the month then payment will be prorated.

Prices are subject to change.

REGISTRATION FEE:

There is a one-time registration fee of $50 per household.

PAYMENT:

Invoices are emailed on or near the date you begin lessons. Payments are made electronically through the invoice. We also accept cash/check payments in person.

After the initial month of lessons, invoices are emailed on the first of the month.

LATE FEES:

Invoices that are not paid within 16 days will be subject to a late fee of 20%. If an invoice is unpaid for 30 days, lessons will be placed on hold until the amount is paid in full.

HOLIDAYS:

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DISCONTINUING LESSONS:

We understand that schedules, interests, and financial situations can change. For that reason we don’t charge a cancellation fee, and there is no long-term commitment beyond our month-to-month agreement. We do ask that if you choose to discontinue lessons, please let us know in advance by the 15th of the month. No refunds are given for the current month but we will stop invoices for the following month.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Materials - Students are responsible for the purchase of their own books, instruments, and other materials needed for the lessons they are receiving. Our teachers will be happy to assist in referring our students to where they can obtain these items, however they are not responsible for providing them personally.

  • Practicing - Each teacher instructs how much practice is ideal for each student and will encourage students in their practicing. Nevertheless, once the lesson is over it is up the student to do their own practicing. Progress will be made most quickly by those students who maintain or surpass the recommended practicing time. Parents are also encouraged to be involved in their child’s practice. Taking time to listen to your child play their weekly songs, or creating a set time for practicing in the student’s daily routine are good ways to become involved.

  • Attendance - Students are responsible for their time slot with Picco Music Academy. If a student is not available for their weekly lesson for any reason it is not the responsibility of the teacher to make up the missed lesson, or the responsibility of Picco Music Academy to reimburse the student for the missed lesson. In addition to this, students are asked to contact their teacher 24 hours in advance if a student will be unavailable for their lesson. For lessons that are cancelled by a teacher, the teacher must offer makeup options within that quarter. If no acceptable times can be agreed upon then a credit will be given.

  • Student Contracts - Students or parents of students being taught by Picco Music Academy must agree to the Studio Policy. This contract ensures that both students and parents understand the business arrangement.