STUDIO POLICY​

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ADULT LESSONS

• Adults can self-book lessons at the provided link after initially contacting Shlomo to set up a Fons account (scheduling app).
   

• 48-hour cancellation policy: Cancellations made 48+ hours before the scheduled time will be refunded.
   

 

RECURRING LESSONS (Ages 4–18)

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Enrollment Steps:

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To begin lessons, all four steps must be completed:

1. Review Studio Policy – Read this document carefully
    

2. Meet & Greet Session –(Billed only if the family chooses to continue)
    

3. Reserve a Recurring Lesson Time – Commit to a consistent weekly slot.
    

4. Set Up Payment – Complete payment setup through Fons (or Zelle/Venmo/PayPal if preferred).
    

✅ A student is officially enrolled only when all four steps are completed.

 

 

Prerequisites

• Students should be genuinely interested in learning music and willing to play regularly. Please do not enroll children who are not motivated enough to practice consistently.
   

• Some children are curious about piano but not yet ready to commit to lessons. In that case, I suggest trying an app such as Piano Maestro or Simply Piano first. These are fun, low-commitment ways to explore music. While they don’t replace a teacher, they can give families a clearer sense of whether lessons will be a good fit before we begin working together.
   

• Students must have regular access to a piano.
   

  • Acoustic pianos are ideal, but digital pianos with hammer action are also acceptable, especially for beginners.
     

  • Semi-weighted or spring-action keyboards are not acceptable.
     

  • I offer support and advice to families looking to purchase or upgrade a piano — please ask if you need guidance.
     

• Ages 5–18: Students should practice at least 5 times per week.
   

  • Parents are expected to facilitate practice, especially for young children, actively. This means reviewing assignments and engaging—not just saying “go practice.”
     

  • Unlike sports or other after-school activities that don’t require work at home, piano lessons always come with practice assignments. Parents should plan for this.
     

• Ages 4–6: A parent should attend lessons first, for at least the first two months.
   

• Recommended resources for young children: Prodigies.com | FreePianoMethod.com
   

• Students enrolling are committing to tuition through the semester/school year.
   

 

Expectations

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Students

• Practice regularly — even 10 focused minutes counts.
   

• Take ownership: ask questions, make mistakes, enjoy the process.
   

• Treat yourself and others with respect.
   

• No eating or chewing gum during lessons.
   

• Bring a closed water bottle.
   

Parents

• Create a calm, encouraging practice environment.
   

• Stay current with studio communication.
   

• Ensure consistent lesson attendance.
   

• Keep tuition payments timely.
   

 

Tuition & Schedule

• Parents receive monthly invoices covering all lessons during Portland Public Schools’ academic calendar (PPS in-session days).
   

• If PPS is in session (Teachers are working), you are billed for the lesson—no exceptions.
   

• Prior to vacations or breaks, families will be asked if they want to schedule extra lessons outside of the regular calendar.
   

• Payment is due before the first lesson of each month.
   

• Families who struggle to pay on time should use credit card payment via Fons.
   

• Tuition secures the student’s reserved weekly time as well as teacher preparation and use of the studio library.
   

Rates

• $30 per 30-minute lesson, $45 per 45-minute lesson, $60 per 60-minute lesson
   

 

Absences, Rescheduling & Cancellations

• Illness/Weather: Send practice recordings; remote lessons offered when possible. No refunds for missed lessons.
   

• Courtesy Rescheduling: May be offered at Shlomo’s discretion.
   

• Teacher Cancellation: Refund or credit provided.
   

• Missed Lessons: No refunds, but feedback may be given via recordings.
   

 

Summer & Recitals

• Summer lessons are scheduled separately. Enrollment does not automatically continue after the school year. During the summer, we don’t have to commit to a recurring time.
   

• Recital details announced in advance; a small fee may apply.
   

 

Unenrollment

• Ideally occurs at semester or school-year end.
   

• Advance notice ensures a smooth wrap-up and allows the schedule to stay full.
   

 

Materials & Apps

• Tuition does not cover copyrighted sheet music. Students/parents must purchase required materials.
   

• Free stock music will be provided when possible; if this doesn’t motivate your child, parents are responsible for buying music that does.
   

• Students may borrow music, but I want it back when you’re done (it often gets lost in piano benches!).
   

• Studio books available for purchase; prices listed inside covers.
   

Recommended Apps

• Piano Maestro, Simply Piano, Piano Marvel, Rhythm Swing, EarMaster
   

Games by Shlomo

• Rhythm Train-er, Musical Hopscotch, Ice Cream Chords
   

 

Media & Recordings

• Lessons and recitals may be recorded for educational purposes.
   

• I may also use select photos or video clips for advertising (e.g., on my website or social media).
   

• I will always ask for your permission before posting anything publicly.