Policy
2024-2025 Studio Policy
Calendar: Our regular session consists of a Fall term and a Spring term in accordance with the Palm Beach County School District calendar, each consisting of about 18-20 lesson weeks depending on the day scheduled. Summer lessons may be scheduled as desired and will be flexible to accommodate vacations. We do not cancel lessons on early release days or teacher work days. See the calendar on our website for more information.
Tuition: An itemized invoice will be sent at the beginning of each month and will vary depending on day of week and holidays. The monthly invoice is a fixed installment of our tuition costs based on the registered time slot and cannot be adjusted for any client cancellations. A typical month is $160 for 30-minute lessons, $240 for 45-minute lessons, and $320 for 60-minute lessons. A 3% credit card fee will be added to all online invoices that are paid online. We offer a 5% discount for customers paying in full at the beginning of each semester, upon request. An annual registration fee of $75 is required for each student.
Missed Lessons: Once scheduled, lesson times are non-negotiable. We do not offer make-up lessons for client cancellations of any kind, however we do try to reschedule within the teacher’s normal availability whenever possible. We take great care to provide our team of professional instructors with a consistent schedule. In the event of a teacher cancellation, the lesson will be substituted, rescheduled, or a credit will be issued.
Performances: Participation in music activities and events is highly encouraged. Teachers should be informed prior to any upcoming performances (i.e. school talent shows, church, etc.). Students are encouraged to participate in studio activities including our recitals, Music-Thon, and competitions.
Practice: A well-tuned piano, weighted keyboard, drum set, flute, or guitar in good working order in a room without distractions are necessary for effective practice. Consistent daily practice is essential to the student’s growth. All students will be required to maintain a daily at-home practice schedule. This is an important part of the discipline required to improve musical ability.
Materials: Learning how to practice is a vital part of taking lessons. Each student will be given a notebook in which lesson assignments will be given. All sheet music, books, and notebooks should be brought to each lesson and used during daily practice.
Social Media: Willow Music maintains a website, as well as facebook and instagram pages. We will occasionally use photos of students on these platforms. Please let us know if you do not want your child’s image to be used.