Academy of Music | Student Expectations

Studio

Each studio and instructor may have different expectations for students based on ability, level and age. Each instructor will recommend lesson books which should be purchased at a local music store. Each student must practice the required amount of practice time for his/her instrument. Practice times will be determined by the instructor based on the student’s age and level.

Make Up Policy

We consider your private lesson time as a standing appointment. If the teacher has to miss a lesson, it will be made up. If the student misses a lesson, prior notice is required. Twenty-four hour notice is preferable. However, if a student wakes up ill on a lesson morning, please call the instructor before 9:00am. Messages cannot always be relayed through the church office. Under these circumstances (with proper prior notice), the teacher will make up one lesson per student per semester.

Recitals & Rehearsals

It is important for students to hear other students perform. There is also great value in students performing in public. Therefore, each student will be required to attend and perform on each end of the semester recital and should plan to remain for the entire time. In addition, the Academy offers a delightful reception on the day of the recital, and we request your attendance. Adult students are not required to perform in recitals, but are strongly encouraged to do so.

As an additional benefit for the success of each student, rehearsals are offered for each recital. Students are required to attend this rehearsal, as it enables us to coordinate the various students in each studio, the program order, and various other details regarding the success of the program.

Dress Standard

Teachers and students are to dress in a modest and appropriate manner. Please help us in maintaining a positive Christian atmosphere.