Expectations and Responsibilities
Successful music lessons require a significant commitment from parents, students, and teachers.
Parent Responsibilities
Encourage and monitor practice sessions. (For some students, this will mean direct supervision and guidance.)
Know your child's practice goals and methods so that you can assist effectively.
Drop off and pick up student on time.
Abide by all studio policies and make sure that the student understands these policies as well.
Make tuition payments on time.
Provide and properly maintain all necessary instruments and other equipment.
Keep in direct contact with both the teacher and your child about successes, struggles, questions, or concerns. Communication is key!
Please plan to come to the first or last 5 minutes of your student’s lesson about once a month or a phone call to touch base about the student’s progress and needs.
Student Responsibilities
***Depending on the age and level, some points will need the guidance of parents or will not be applicable.
Practice methods and goals will be addressed in lessons and clearly marked in assignment book.
Practice regularly and effectively.
Maintain a weekly practice log.
Arrive for lessons on time.
Bring all lesson materials (guitar, pencil, all music, assignment book, etc.) to all lessons.
Maintain and care for your instrument.
Have fun, keep an open mind, and positive attitude!
Take advantage of opportunities to perform, compete, collaborate with other young artists, and hear live performances by professional musicians.
Communicate with the teacher/parent about any issues or fun things they would like to learn.
Teacher Responsibilities
Provide a weekly 30-minute (preparatory level), 45-minute (elementary), 60-minute (intermediate), or 90-minute (advanced) lesson.
Utilize the finest teaching methods, materials, music, and literature available.
Provide a solid and comprehensive musical understanding.
Foster a love of music through fun, humor, discipline, understanding, and positive reinforcement.
Forge and nurture a connection with each student and work in each student’s best interest.
Acknowledge and praise students’ individual strengths and adjust teaching style accordingly.
Provide a safe, nurturing atmosphere that encourages growth and exploration.
Help students to develop life skills such as self-discipline, responsibility, and self-esteem through their study of music.
Prepare the student for auditions, contests, and performances.
Publicize concerts, events, and opportunities related to students’ musical studies.
Help students to grow as musicians and as people, keeping musical goals integrated with human goals.