I will do all I can to facilitate a laid back and positive atmosphere for learning.
I believe music should be fun and hard work. Both fun and hard work are complimentary for learning.
When I can’t make a lesson, I will do all I can to let you know of my absence at least 24 hours in advance.
I won’t come to a lesson if I am sick.
I will always be open to parent and student feedback.
I will send an email to help remind your child of the next scheduled lesson.
When sheet music needs to be purchased for a lesson, I will do my best to select pieces that are reasonably priced.
What I expect from students:
I expect students to practice. Band rehearsal is not practice. Rather, practice is alone time with your instrument working on specific goals and objectives.
I recommend 30 minutes of practice a day, 5 days a week for middle and high school students. Of course, you can always do more. The more you practice - the faster you improve.
When you can’t be at a lesson, please do your best to let me know of your absence at least 24 hours in advance. If you get sick at the last minute, don’t worry; just let me know when you can of your illness.
Do not come to your lesson if you are sick. You will not be charged a lesson fee if you are sick.
Students are responsible for purchasing music necessary for the lesson in a timely fashion.
Student are required to bring a notebook to lessons to record notes and assignments.
What I expect from parents:
It helps if you are actively involved in the process of lessons.
Please help your child remember when lessons are scheduled. I will do my best to remind you with an email.
Supporting your child’s practice routine at home or in the band room is really important.
When your child can’t be at a lesson, please do your best to let me know of the absence at least 24 hours in advance. If your child gets sick at the last minute, don’t worry; just let me know when you can of your child’s illness.
Do not send your child to a lesson if they are sick. You will not be charged a lesson fee if they are sick.
I accept cash or check at the beginning of every lesson.
Parents are welcome to observe all or part of a lesson.
“His musicianship is only rivaled by his compassion for his student’s success.”
