Policies and How-To

Values

Our mission is to inspire creative minds through music while developing creativity, confidence, connection with a community, and a love for music. We are committed to providing a top-notch experience where every child, every family, feels loved and appreciated.

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Getting Started

Families can enroll at anytime using our online system. We prorate tuition for a given month based on when you enroll. Every student and family should expect a few weeks of transition to learn the rituals and routines of your class or lesson experienc,​

Parent Participation

Kindermusik® students in Foundations, Level 1, and Level 2 participate with a parent or caregiver, as the adult is an integral part of the learning experience. Level 3 does not include parent participation except for the last 10 minutes of class for sharing time. Level 4 students participate independently. Students in all other group classes will participate on their own as parental guidance is not needed in classes and lessons.

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Commitment

We know that the needs of children and families change. We do our best to account for this and offer a very flexible program with no long-term commitment for Kindermusik®  Levels Foundations through 4. Other programs require a small commitment in order to allow the child to progress and to maintain an environment conducive learning. Uke ‘n Play, Instrument Explorers, Singing Club, and Private Lessons require a 2-month commitment . Little Keynotes (formerly Piano Adventures) and Little Mozarts requires a 4-month commitment, and Piano Players, Intermediate Piano Players, and Advanced Piano Players requires Sept-July commitment.

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Materials Needed and Resources for Families

Kindermusik® families receive online access to a wealth of goodies, including streaming the music from class each unit, class e-books, and instrument exploration delivered through the Kindermusik App.  Be sure to download it and “log into” the app using the same email and password that you used when you enrolled in classes.

Group Piano program materials vary. While Little Keynotes and Little Mozart students do not need a home piano, Piano Players do in order to practice at home. Beginning piano students will receive piano books to take home in their brand-new piano bag. These are to keep and use for practice at home, and students should bring them to every class.

Ukulele students must provide their own ukulele, but may borrow one during class for their first class. Students will receive a binder full of ever-growing songs and materials. We build the student book as we go. This binder is theirs to keep and should be brought to every class.

Singing Club students will receieve a binder with an ever-growing music collection of songs.

Private Lesson students need their own instrument to bring to lessons (except piano) and to practice at home. Students also need a 3-ring binder and empty pencil box to bring to lessons. We will fill the box with goodies they will use during their lesson. Families are granted access to our online system to receive weekly notes and guidance from their teacher. Students will also have the ability to log their practice and work towards goals and rewards. Each student will work with their teacher to select books that are appropriate for their age. These are purchased by the family.

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Make Up Classes

We have a generous makeup policy inviting all group students to schedule a makeup for any and all missed classes during the year using our convenient online system. No refunds or discounts will be given for missed classes or lessons. Make-ups are subject to availability.

Lesson families will have several options for make-ups if they have provided notice at least 6 hours prior to their lesson time. ALL ABSENCES MUST BE MARKED THROUGH YOUR My Music Staff account. Upon cancellation, parents must indicate if they prefer a video make-up or opportunity to reschedule an in-person lesson. Please check emails and My Music Staff for further directions. No make-up lessons are provided in person or if not enough notice was given. 

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Payments

Tuition payments are monthly by credit card. All enrolled families will be charged a payment on the 1st of each month. No refund will be given for families who cancel enrollment after the 1st of the month. Monthly payments do not reflect a certain number of classes or lessons in a month; the cost is all classes in an entire year divided into equal payments for your convenience. Holidays/closings are taken into account.