Tuition & Studio Policies

Tuition Fees 

Tuition for each month of lessons is due and payable in full on the 15th of each month. Most individuals find it convenient to do electronic transfer. Cheque and cash payments are also accepted. Tuition fees do not include RCM exam fees, music festival fees, concert tickets, or books. 

A $25.00 fee will be charged for returned cheques. 

Priority 

Please make your lessons and the practicing you do in between lessons a priority. Making the most out of your studies by regular practicing is a critical part of your progress and enjoyment of the guitar and its music.  

Absences (Missed or cancelled lessons) 

Each student reserves a set time for a weekly lesson and is responsible for showing up at that reserved time. Lesson times cannot be extended if the student arrives late. 

Refunds, credits, or make-ups will not be given for lessons missed by the student.

When a student is sick, online lessons can be used as an alternative to the regularly scheduled in-person lesson. The online lesson will be given the same time as the regularly scheduled in-person lesson. Please note, this option is only available three (3) times per year.

Here is what the student should have ready for their online lesson.  

• Computer, laptop or tablet. 

• Video calling software (e.g., Zoom or Skype) downloaded to their computer, laptop, or tablet. 

• Fast internet speed (to support video calling). 

• A quiet location where there will be no interruptions or distractions.

• A tabletop, desk, or something similar where the devices (e.g., computer and camera) can be placed and positioned so that I am able to see the student’s hands and the entire instrument.

• Good lighting (one can use a lamp or the natural light from a window) so that the student’s face, body, and instrument are easily visible. 

• Lesson materials

• I will initiate the invitation and video call. Please be ready five (5) minutes before the appointed lesson time.

Missed or cancelled lessons are still chargeable. 

If family vacations are planned for times other than the scheduled breaks, lessons will be forfeited and tuition fees are still payable. 

In the event that I am required to cancel a lesson (it is rare, but it does happen), the lesson will be made up at a mutually agreeable time. 

Withdrawal from Study 

It is unfortunate, but it happens. Students who need to withdraw from study are required (in most circumstances) to give four (4) weeks (lessons) notice. If the student chooses not to attend these lessons, four (4) lessons will still be charged to their account. Any post-dated cheques will be returned.