Quality music education should be accessible to all income levels. If full tuition is not in your budget, scroll down to learn about financial aid options.
Tuition Rates
Options for Beginner Students
For new beginners as well as current students who have been studying with me for less than a year. Includes unlimited feedback on practice videos and all necessary books, sheet music, recordings, and practice aids. Mid-session entry eligibility will be determined on an individual basis. Ask for details!
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Jumpstart Weeks (Summer 2024)
- $75 per student per week (five classes)
- $50 per student per week for multi-student households
- 1-2 caregivers may join free of charge (caregiver attendance is required for ages 6 and under)
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Asynchronous Instruction (Summer 2024)
- $100/month - instructional videos & guided practice videos will be provided in response to each student-submitted video (up to 3 of each per week for 4 consecutive weeks)
- $200/summer - same as above for the whole summer session (June 1st - Aug 9th, 2024)
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Weekly Summer Lessons & Classes (2024)
- Private/duo lesson rates will be calculated for you based on lesson duration (15-60m) and total number of lessons requested (minimum of 6 lessons unless student joins mid-session or lessons are bundled in combination with Jumpstart Weeks, Celtic Music & Dance Camps, and/or asynchronous instruction)
- Register now to reserve your spot or check back in May to see which summer classes have openings. Summer classes are formed based on the ages, levels, availability, and instruments of currently enrolled students and new students who have completed registration forms first; new classes beyond those will only be added if the studio is not full by that point. Limited space will be available and is not guaranteed for incoming students who have not registered by May.
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School Year Tuition (Sept 2023 - May 2024)
- 30m private/duo lessons: $700/semester
- 30m small group classes: $650/semester
- 30m small group classes + 15m private/duo lessons: $900/semester
- Register now to reserve your spot or check back in August to see which fall classes have openings. School year classes are formed based on the ages, levels, availability, and instruments of currently enrolled students and new students who have completed registration forms first; new classes beyond those will only be added if the studio is not full by that point. Limited space will be available and is not guaranteed for incoming students who have not registered by August.
Summer Students with Prior Experience
Transfer students who have studied elsewhere and former students who would like to return are welcome to join the studio this summer (either temporarily or or for the foreseeable future). This option is a good fit for students 10+ who studied their instrument throughout the most recent school year (Fall 2023 - Spring 2024) as well as students of any age who already play at an intermediate or advanced level. (New beginners without prior experience are not eligible for punchcards; younger students with a school year of prior experience will be considered on an individual basis.)
Punchcard rates are calculated based on total time reserved, which will then be divided into 15-60 minute lesson durations that best suit the student's level, attention span, and availability. Punchcards may be used for in person lessons, zoom lessons, or a combination. Lessons may be scheduled one at a time, for the whole summer at once, or anything in between. Lessons may not be canceled or rescheduled with less than one week's notice except in true emergencies. Any unused time expires at the end of August. Punchcards may not be shared back and forth between multiple students but unexpired cards with at least 30m of unused time ARE transferrable that same summer to another eligible student who meets the minimum prior experience guidelines, so if you are unable to use yours, please ask around and rehome it with a classmate, friend, or family member!
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Punchcards (Summer 2024)
- 2hrs of total lesson time: $200
- 3hrs of total lesson time: $250
- 4hrs of total lesson time: $300
Established Students
For students who have been studying with me for at least a year and transfer students who play at the intermediate or advanced level. Includes unlimited feedback on practice videos, studio concerts & solo recitals, studio classes/ensembles, and all necessary books, sheet music, recordings, and practice aids. Mid-session entry eligibility will be determined on an individual basis. Ask for details!
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Annual Tuition (Sept 2023-Aug 2024):
- 30m private/duo lessons: $1900/year
- 45m private/duo lessons: $2500/year
- 60m private/duo lessons: $3200/year
Notes for All Students
- There is a $50 nonrefundable registration fee to hold your place on the calendar and cover materials purchases made on your behalf prior to the first class.
- Prospective students can register anytime to be placed on the waiting list and accepted if space allows.
- Unless you have confirmed a financial aid package, tuition in full is due prior to your first class.
Financial Aid Options
Payment Plans
Tuition may be paid in installments via Stripe throughout the session; contact to set one up! Payment plans are charged a small fee just to cover the cost of using Stripe and do not accrue late fees as long as the agreed upon schedule is followed and payment in full is received by the established deadline. Please see Refund Policy, below.
Scholarships
Full and partial need-based scholarships are offered to low income students for whom tuition would pose a financial hardship. Students 18 years of age and younger, visit the MusicLink Foundation's website to apply!
Barter
We love mutually beneficial barter in lieu of payment for classes! Past and current barters include babysitting, meals, specialty food items, handmade goods, cleaning, vacation rental accommodations, and other lessons or classes (foreign language, yoga, etc). Intermediate and advanced students can also serve as teaching assistants for a tuition reduction. While not all offers can be accepted, if you have a skill or item you would like to offer to barter for partial or full cost of classes, do not hesitate to suggest it!
Tuition Deferment or Sliding Scale (available during unforeseeable emergencies)
If you are experiencing a sudden significant loss of income that is impacting your ability to pay tuition, be in touch as soon as is feasible to discuss options. Keep in mind that during public health and safety emergencies your teacher's household may be in this same boat, so only ask if you truly need it.
Refund Policy
Musical study necessitates commitment over time. Lesson planning is similar, and a significant portion occurs prior to the first class. As each class is tailored to the strengths, needs, and interests of those enrolled, refunds other than those listed below are only available in unforeseeable/emergency situations by teacher discretion.
Tuition Refund Timeline
- 28+ days before the session begins: fully refundable minus $50 nonrefundable registration fee
- 21-27 days prior: 75% refundable
- 14-20 days prior: 50% refundable
- 7-13 days prior: 25% refundable
Note: payment plans, barter, and scholarships are offered as part of an ongoing effort to make music education affordable to all. The full amount agreed upon (tuition and barter both) is due on the schedule established regardless of student attendance except in unforeseeable/emergency situations by teacher discretion.
Events warranting temporary studio closure for public health/safety reasons will be addressed as they occur. Solutions will be developed to best fit the situation at hand and may include adding makeup days, pre-recorded video lessons, and/or live video instruction. Events that cause a minor disruption for one person may result in a serious emergency for another; therefore our approach may also vary from one student to another.