"Music gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything." Plato
Statement of Policy
Lessons are to take place on a weekly basis and preparation for the upcoming lesson is expected. Students are expected to practice on their own, or with the assistance of a parent when applicable, between weekly lesson Practice goals and expectations will be discussed on an individual basis.
In Person Lessons
All students and parents in the lesson room are required to wear masks. If your child is under the age of 13 a parent/guardian must be at the church for the duration of the lesson. Lessons take place at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Bloomflield Hills.
Virtual Lessons
All virtual lessons will take place on Zoom. The meeting id for the lesson can be found in the student portal. It is not required to have the Zoom App, it is free to download, to have Zoom lessons. Click the link that you will automatically be sent to the waiting room.
Tuition and Payments
Tuition is due on the first of the month. Either cash, check, PayPal is accepted. Checks are to be made out to Maggie McKelvey. Payments not paid on the first of the month will incur a late fee of $1 for each day the payment is overdue. There is a monthly $1 Family Account Fee for each student that is due with tuition.
Tuition Cost
$35 per 30 minute lesson
$50 per 45 minute lesson
$65 per 60 minute lesson
Music books and materials are not included in lesson costs. Any necessary materials must be purchased by the student/parent.
Canceled & Missed Lessons
Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to scheduled lesson time in order to receive a make-up.
Advanced notice is required for student vacation.
No more than 1 make-up lesson per set of 8 lessons.
No shows or failure to notify the teacher within 48 hours is considered a cancellation. No makeup will be provided.
Students/parents are responsible for canceling lessons through the student portal. Telling your teacher verbally, by text or email does not count as notice.