For those committed to their vocal development and desiring consistent, regular training, we are proud to offer our recurring Lessons Policy. This policy has been designed considering the needs of serious, long-term students looking to secure their progress on a solid, ongoing basis.
COMMITMENT
Recurring lessons require a month-to-month commitment. This means that when you sign up for a package plan, you are reserving a specific timeslot that will be dedicated to your lessons for the entire month. Students must continue studying over the summer months to have time reserved for them during the school year.
TUITION & PAYMENTS
Tuition is billed on a monthly basis. This fee includes your weekly voice lessons and helps sustain the studio's resources, materials, and time dedicated to each student's progress. Invoices are sent out on the 20th of each month. These invoices detail the tuition for the upcoming month's lessons and are designed to help you reserve your spot for the next month. Payments for invoices are due on the 25th of each month. Prompt payment ensures your lesson slot is secured for the next month. A $25 late fee will apply if we have to collect late payments, or we will open up your spot.
Our billing system accommodates the varying number of weeks in a month. Whether a month has 3 weeks due to holidays, or 5 weeks, your invoice or package will be adjusted accordingly to represent the actual number of lessons scheduled in that month.
Credit/Debit, PayPal, Venmo, and ACH Bank Draft payments are accepted.
CANCELLATIONS & MAKE-UP LESSONS
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may require you to cancel a lesson. However, due to the scheduling commitments, we enforce a strict 24-hour cancellation policy. If you need to cancel your lesson, please do so at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Lessons canceled without a 24-hour notice or in the event of a no-show will be forfeited without the opportunity for a make-up lesson.
While KTVS commits in good faith to make a sincere effort to reschedule lessons, make-up lessons will be scheduled at the instructor's convenience and availability, are not guaranteed, and will not be carried over longer than one month from the date of the missed lesson.
DISCONTINUING RECURRING PLAN
Should you wish to end your recurring lessons, a notice period of 2 weeks before the next billing cycle is required. This allows us to open up the timeslot for other students.
We understand that everyone's schedule and circumstances are unique. That's why we offer a flexible Drop-In Lessons Policy that accommodates the needs of students with unpredictable schedules or specific financial considerations.
FLEXIBLE
Our Drop-In Lessons Policy is specifically designed for non-committal, pay-as-you-go learning. This is a fantastic option for individuals who might not be able to commit to a regular, recurring lesson schedule due to work, travel, personal obligations, or other unpredictable factors.
PAYMENTS
Drop-in lessons are pay-as-you-go, which means payment is required in advance at the time of booking. This secures your lesson time and confirms your commitment. You can make payments online via PayPal or Venmo.
CANCELLATION & NO-SHOWS
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may require you to cancel a lesson. However, due to the scheduling commitments, we enforce a strict 24-hour cancellation policy. If you need to cancel your lesson, please do so at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Lessons canceled without a 24-hour notice or in the event of a no-show will be forfeited without the opportunity for a make-up lesson.
CREDITS & REFUNDS
We do not offer credits, refunds, or prorated tuition for canceled lessons. If you cancel your lesson with a minimum of 24-hour notice, we will offer a make-up lesson. The make-up lesson must be scheduled within the same month of the canceled lesson and is subject to availability.
YOUNG STUDENTS
Students under the age of 9 will be auditioned to determine whether or not they are ready for private lessons. Younger students may be referred to KTVS Group Voice Class.
ATTENDANCE & PUNCTUALITY
No need to apologize for late arrivals; however, as a courtesy to those scheduled before and after you, your lesson will begin and end promptly at its regularly scheduled time.
STUDIO EQUIPMENT USAGE
We kindly request that all students, particularly young children, handle studio equipment (such as microphones, cables, headphones, and music stands) with care and caution. Please be mindful not to touch or place anything on the piano.
LESSON MATERIALS
Please come to your lessons with water, pencils for marking sheet music, and any required song lyrics (though I can access most lyrics online if needed). Students should bring the required materials needed for the lesson each week. Students are expected to practice their lesson material outside of class. We reserve the right to terminate lessons if there is a consistent lack of preparation.
ONLINE LESSONS
To ensure the most effective online voice lessons:
Your commitment to these guidelines will help optimize our learning experience.
LESSON RECORDINGS
All lessons will be recorded whether in-person at the studio or online. Recordings will be made available via your account in the Student Portal. Listening to recorded lessons is pivotal for students' growth. It fosters self-assessment, helps detect unnoticed singing errors, and tracks vocal progress over time. These recordings reinforce learned techniques, prepare students for performances, and guide individual practice. Overall, this practice accelerates improvement and boosts confidence by encouraging reflective learning.
COMMUNICATION DURING LESSONS
I typically don't take phone calls during lessons to maintain focus. However, for prompt communication, you can text me at 512-710-8144. I check my messages several times daily and will respond as soon as possible.
ACCOMPANIST SERVICES
For students who require piano accompaniment during a recital or audition, we offer the services of a private accompanist. This comes with a fee of $25, which covers a 45-minute rehearsal. If you need additional time with the accompanist, it can be arranged at an extra cost of $15 per hour.
RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE
We reserve the right to discontinue service to anyone, at any time, for reasons including but not limited to: consistent late payments, no-shows, frequent cancellations, violation of studio policies, disrespect towards the teacher/studio or other students, or if a student is deemed too young to benefit from voice lessons. Former students who owe money will not be readmitted unless full payment is received in advance.
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