Lesson Information and Policies

The next classes start Janary 6

Overview

  • Lesson time is established for students after receipt of the $60 non-refundable registration deposit per semester for returning students. A new registration form is to be signed every class year.

  • The semester ends in mid December. Our winter recital is Nov. 20th.

Tuition

Tuition is charged by the semester. Tuition may be paid in 1, 2, 3, or 4 or 5 installments due the 10th of December, January, February, March, April.

Lesson Options and Pricing

Private Lesson Options for both Piano/Voice

  • 30-minute lessons - $672.00

    • Recommended for beginners

    • Payments can be made in 1 payment of $672, 2 payments of $ 336 payments of $224, 4 payments of $168 or 5 -$134.40

  • 45 minutes lessons - $960

    • Recommended if:

      • A student has taken for 2-3 years

      • A student is 11 or older

    • Payments can be made in 1 payment o $960 2 payments of $480, 3 payments of $320 or 4 payments $240 or 5 of $192

    • (45 and 60 minute lessons are discounted because to encourage benefits of longer lessons)

  • 60-minute lessons are recommended for a student who wants to study Piano and Voice - $1,296

    • Payments can be made in 1 payment of $1, 296 2 payments of $648 3 payments of $432 or 4 payments 324 of 5 or $259.20

  • Optional/additional UltimateMusicTheory class is $247 for 6 hours, 45 min. after master class . $15 a class Books and slate are $50.00 – New to our Studio!

    • This class is internationally recognized, and students can test and certify upon completing a level. This class will be offered the last week of the month in addition to and as a separate program from the regular Master Class included once a month in our curriculum. Classes and levels will be determined by enrollment. Participation in this class during the school semester is optional and requires teacher approval. There is homework involved. 3-4 students are needed for a class to be held. It is a class for motivated students.

    • Students just wishing to take a Music Theory class lesson are also welcome. $15 for 45 minutes

PianoForte Musicians Winter/spring 2025 Policy

Registration for Winter/spring

Tuition is calculated by semester. Registration fee is accepted anytime to hold the student’s lesson spot. Both the 1st payment and the non-refundable registration fee are due by December 10, 2024

Tuition is non-refundable and due regardless of attendance. Tuition payment guarantees a weekly lesson time for the semester. Tuition pays for hours outside lesson time as well as apps needed. No refunds, No exceptions!!! One extra flex lesson is built in with no charge for unexpected teacher needs.

Need to miss a lesson? Currently, we are using RockOutLoud.live for our online lessons. Suppose either student or teacher is not feeling well or is traveling. If a student is unable to get online for a lesson, you may send me a video 24 hours before the lesson, and I will review and respond with needed feedback on PracticeSpace during the student’s lesson time. Another option: I will make a video during the student’s lesson time. Or I can send assignments during students lesson PracticeSpace. Fun prizes and contests are earned by practice and consistancy.

The PracticeSpace app is required for all students and will be used for lesson assignments. In-person and online. Online may be used as a preference all the time, or if you are ill or either student or teacher is out of town.

Lessons

Lessons are being offered on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm. If all times are full, there will be a waiting list. Lesson times are filled as the deposit is paid. Lesson times will not be held without a deposit. Lessons may be held in person or online. Lesson times are considered open until the deposit fee is paid.

Master Class

Master classes are typically held the last week of each month. Master class takes the place of that week’s private lesson. The teacher assigns groups according to age and experience. The master class lasts 30-60 minutes, depending on the age and number of students. Classes are held on Monday. Master Class builds confidence and performing skills and fosters peer friendship and unity. Master Class is held whether a student is present or not. There are absolutely NO make-ups, refunds, or credits for the master performance class. The master classes are geared to age groups and not interchangeable unless the teacher states otherwise. Students may attend online groups.

Supplies

The studio provides apps for online teaching, treats, and rewards. The teacher will request the needed $$ for music books through Venmo. All students will need music books to be purchased.

  • Voice students: Voice recorder (provided by the student) A phone or iPad works well.

  • Piano students require a piano or keyboard to practice at home. After one year of study, a piano is a must and is required to gain pedal, technic, and musicality skills.

Holidays/Schedule

PianoForte Musicians uses South Jordan's traditional calendar for holidays, fall and spring break included. If the instructor needs to miss for illness or travel, there is a flex week built-in with no charge.

Studio Étiquette

  • Online - You will be sent an ID to enter the waiting room of RockOutLoud.live, where we hold our lessons. If I am still with another student, you will be notified to wait in the room until I allow you into the studio. This is for security.

  • In-person lessons - the door will be unlocked 5 min before the first lesson…no sooner! For safety reasons, please do not drop off a student without checking that I am home. Students should then wash and get ready for their lesson.

Expectations

Students are expected to practice and attend both lessons and the Master class regularly. Student assignments are on PracticeSpace app. Practicing with the PracticeSpace app is necessary and expected. Attendance at rehearsal is required for performance at the recital. The studio strives to teach all musical skills in a fun, positive and motivational way. Students are expected to show up ready to work and enjoy music. Parents are expected to adhere to the policy. The instructor reserves the right to stop the teaching arrangement if the criteria are unmet. Our studio has exceptional students!!!

The instructor’s training background is classical, both in voice and piano, and is taught at this studio. Students are encouraged to play and sing additional music they enjoy.

Vocal students- The instructor must approve musical selections. Vocalist selections must be age-appropriate, and students must have the range and ability to sing any selected vocal arrangements.

Additional Information

Tuition is collected to hold a student’s lesson time. Please note lessons and master class lessons are not refundable, and make-ups are not available for the Master class. There are options for private lesson substitutes listed on the policy sheet. Calendars are sent via email. Information is also on the Facebook group page - PianoForte Musicians. @instagrampianofortemusicians and webpage pianofortemusicians.com.

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Pianoforte Musicians and Pamela Friske are released from any liabilities, accidents, or injuries that may occur while the enrolled student participates in piano lessons, group classes recital, and any events, including acrobatics on the stairs and sidewalk.

The studio reserves the right to publish student pictures on our studio FaceBook and Instagram page PianoForteMusicians and pianofortemusicians.com website.

A parent or legal guardian must acknowledge that they have read and agree to adhere to the policies outlined for PianoForteMusicians Studio. Acknowledgment is also required for the total fees for each student and the semester. A parent or legal guardian must agree to meet the selected payment schedule. A parent or legal guardian must agree to be responsible for applicable late payment fees and the total semester fee. A parent or legal guardian must understand that not meeting the payment/s as scheduled could result in losing the student/s lesson time, which is utilized for a different student.

Venmo - @Pamela-Friske

Availability of group classes based on student enrollment and scheduling.

DOWNLOAD THE FALL 2025  REGISTRATION FORM

Completed and signed registration form can be returned to pianofortemusicians@gmail.com.