The Brown School of MusicPiano
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Age 4-11 - Age 12-17 - Adult
Lessons: At my residence. I teach private, weekly lessons for duration of 30/45/60 minutes. Throughout the year I facilitate mini recitals and workshops for students. There is one main recital at the end of every school year. It is important that students learn from each other and show support for their peers. Students are also welcome to participate in NYSSMA at the end of the year.
Tuition: $20.00 for every half hour. The cost of books is extra. I will supply you with lesson books and add it to your lesson fee. Lessons must be paid in advance during the first week of each month.
Make-up policy: Lessons that are missed due to legitimate circumstances (i.e. weather, illness) can be made up another time. Lessons missed due to illegitimate reasons will not be made up.
RESPONSIBILITIES (For students aged 4-11) Learning the piano requires a lot of patience from parents and students. Therefore I ask that you agree to the following terms:
Parents
Understand the above about lessons, tuition and make up lessons
Help your child with concepts or directions they don’t understand in their music
Have your child play for you at least once a week
Make sure your child has their books for every lesson
Provide a spiral one-subject notebook for your child to retain lesson instructions.
*You are welcome to attend lessons to see what is covered and to make your child feel more secure.
Students
Practice every piece 3 times a day, 5 days a week
Put as much effort as you can towards succeeding at piano.
Leave your frowns at home, smiles and giggles are always more than welcome!
RESPONSIBILITIES (For students aged 12-17) Learning the piano requires a lot of patience from parents and students. Therefore I ask that you agree to the following terms:
Parents
Understand the above about lessons, tuition and make up lessons
Have your child play for you at least once a week
*In the beginning you are welcome to attend lessons to see what is covered.
Students
Understand the above about lessons, tuition and make up lessons.
Practice every piece 3 times a day, 5 days a week.
Bring a spiral one-subject notebook and folder to retain lesson instructions and materials.
Make sure your have your books for every lesson.
Put as much effort as you can towards succeeding at piano.
Have fun!
RESPONSIBILITIES (For adults) Learning the piano requires a lot of patience from students. Therefore I ask that you agree to the following terms:
Students will:
Understand the above about lessons, tuition and make up lessons.
Allow enough practice time into your life; your success depends on your commitment.
Bring a spiral one-subject notebook and folder to retain lesson instructions and materials.
Make sure your have your books for every lesson.
Put as much effort as you can towards succeeding at piano.
Have fun!
Voice
Lessons: At my residence. I teach private, weekly lessons for duration of 30 minutes. In lessons we will learn how the voice works, and the best ways to produce sound and take care of your instrument. We will also work on pieces of different genres. There is one main recital at the end of every school year. It is important that students learn from each other and show support for their peers. Students are also welcome to participate in NYSSMA at the end of the year.
Tuition: $20.00 for each lesson. The cost of books is extra. I will supply you with lesson books, songs and vocalese and add it to your lesson fee. Lessons must be paid in advance during the first week of each month.
Make-up policy: Lessons that are missed due to legitimate circumstances (i.e. weather, illness) can be made up another time. Lessons missed due to illegitimate reasons will not be made up.
RESPONSIBILITIES (For students aged 12-17) Learning the piano requires a lot of patience from parents and students. Therefore I ask that you agree to the following terms:
Parents
Understand the above about lessons, tuition and make up lessons
*In the beginning you are welcome to attend lessons to see what is covered.
Students
Understand the above about lessons, tuition and make up lessons.
Practice your assignments no more than 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week.
Bring a spiral one-subject notebook and folder to retain lesson instructions and materials.
Make sure your have your books for every lesson.
Put as much effort as you can towards succeeding at singing.
Drink LOTS of water.
Have fun!
RESPONSIBILITIES (For adults) Learning the piano requires a lot of patience from students. Therefore I ask that you agree to the following terms:
Students will:
Understand the above about lessons, tuition and make up lessons.
Allow enough practice time into your life; your success depends on your commitment.
Bring a spiral one-subject notebook and folder to retain lesson instructions and materials.
Make sure your have your books for every lesson.
Put as much effort as you can towards succeeding at singing.
Have fun!
Tutoring
If you are having trouble with your music classes, or you simply want to learn the mechanics of music theory, feel free to contact me!
Tuition: $40.00 per hour. I am available for 30/45/60 minute sessions.
Accompanying
Need an accompanist for an upcoming recital, performance or concert? Are you looking to add a little classical piano to your next get- together or party? Please contact me to discuss your accompanying needs. Rates are $40 per hour, including rehearsal time.
