Child Student Policy

Lesson and group class fees are invoiced twice a semester, 50% at the beginning and the remaining 50% halfway through the semester.

Fees are due by the first lesson of the period invoiced.  

A recital fee of $38.50 per year is payable at the beginning of the fall semester or upon enrolling in private lessons.

Arrive/set up 5 minutes before the lesson. Use the time to prepare, ready the instrument and bow, and review your week's practice.

Keep cell phone use to a minimum. If you use your phone to take notes in the lesson, set it to silent or airplane mode to avoid distractions.

Be present for the lesson so that you have an understanding of the material and can replicate it during practice. Take notes or make recordings to help you practice with your child.

Help your child get into a practice routine of a minimum of 5 days a week.

Be respectful and cooperative during the lesson.

Practice for a minimum of 5 days a week, complete all practice goals and listen to the Suzuki CD. 

Bring your instrument and Suzuki materials to every lesson

Lessons are scheduled at a regular weekly day and time agreed upon between the student and Songbird Rising. 

If you cannot make your scheduled lesson time and would like a chance to reschedule, please give as much notice as possible. If notice is given less than 48 hours in advance, rescheduling will not be possible. 

If Songbird Rising cancels a lesson, a makeup lesson will be offered at a time convenient to everyone involved.

Makeup lessons are not guaranteed.

There are NO refunds for ‘no shows’ or lessons canceled by the student.

In the event of a weather event that prevents in-person lessons, lessons will be held virtually.

A minimum of four lessons is required to secure your spot for the fall.

If you know you will be late for your lesson, please send a quick text message to let your teacher know.

There is a spring and fall solo recital and a group recital in the winter.

Additional performance opportunities and events are spread throughout the year.

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