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Piano Lesson Rates & Studio Policy

Each student is vastly different, so I take some time to get to know them- and I first figure out how they learn best, and help them to discover their own unique goals, and to discover which styles of music they love most.

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We have a lot to learn:

  • Technique

    • How to use the body efficiently, safely and effectively

  • Music theory

    • How music is organized and why/how to think of music

  • Exercises

    • Build brain-hand coordination and control

  • Ear training

    • Understanding and articulating what you hear

  • Repertoire discovery

  • Composition (if the student is inclined in that way)

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We are not in a rush, as this process takes time- the most important thing is that they gain a thorough understanding of the underlying fundamentals of music.

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Getting Started

Your first lesson is a free trial — a no-pressure opportunity for us to meet and play. After that, you're welcome to have a few lessons at the standard per-lesson rate while you decide whether to enroll.

How the Year Works

When you're ready to enroll, here's how the program is structured:

  • Lessons follow a semester system, with performance opportunities at our Fall and Spring recitals.

  • 34 lessons over the academic year (August–May).

  • Your lesson time is reserved for you each week and fixed for the full semester.
     

With 34 lessons spread across a roughly 43-week academic year, there are 9 flexible weeks off built in. These account for holidays, student absences (family vacations, scheduling conflicts), and teacher absences.

 

Students are always welcome to schedule additional lessons beyond the 34 included — extra lessons are simply billed at the per-lesson rate.

Practice Expectation

I recommend practicing at least 4 days per week — 5 or 6 is ideal. Consistent practice is the single biggest factor in a student's progress.

Location

My home-studio at
12907 Johnson Bar Drive
Buda, TX.

Students will play on a Rosewood Steinway Model L grand piano, with a second Baldwin grand available for duets and teacher demonstrations.

Rates

Per lesson:

  • 30 minutes: $62 

  • 45 minutes: $93 

  • 60 minutes: $108

Monthly installments:

  • 30 minute lessons: $211

  • 45 minute lessons: $316

  • 60 minute lessons: $367

Monthly =
(per-lesson rate × 34 lessons) ÷ 10 months.

In-Home Lessons

Lessons at your home may be available depending on my current driving schedule and the neighborhoods I am already visiting each day.

 

If this arrangement works for both of us, a $6 travel fee per lesson is added (one fee per household).

Rates

Per lesson:

  • 30 minutes: $68 

  • 45 minutes: $99 

  • 60 minutes: $114

Monthly installments:

  • 30 minute lessons: $231

  • 45 minute lessons: $337

  • 60 minute lessons: $388

Monthly =
(per-lesson rate × 34 lessons) ÷ 10 months.

Cancellation & Make-Ups

Please give at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule and keep your lesson credit.

 

Make-ups are limited to 2 per semester (4 per academic year). Cancellations with less than 48 hours' notice, or beyond the make-up limit, are forfeited.

 

Exceptions made for emergencies on a case-by-case basis.

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