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Piano Studio Policies – Jill Gubler

1164 Cannon Dr./Farmington, Ut 84025/Phone: 801-448-8054

LENGTH OF COURSE

School-year Program

Lessons during the school year begin in September and end in May. I offer a thirty-six-event course

throughout the school year. An event is defined as: a piano lesson, a group class, a recital, an Opening

Social, etc. A typical "month" consists of 4 events. However, some months will only have 3 events and

others will have 5 or 6, but it all adds up to 36 by school's end. Piano lessons follow the traditional school

calendar. New students may add in during the year if there is room on my schedule. I also consult the

“year round calendar.” I have included a list of days taught and days “off” for your convenience.

Lessons are 30 minutes long unless you are in a 3-student session. (not to be confused with group class).

Three-student sessions consist of three students attending during the same hour; they still have private

instruction. I hire a competent assistant (*an older, advanced student) who teaches theory and helps with

the computer station. The student plays for me (20 minutes), has private theory instruction (w/my

assistant for 20 minutes) and, finally, 20 minutes at the computer. Students who do this program get more

accomplished. (More “Bang for their Buck”) It is only used with students from level one through 3B of

Faber books (beginners to intermediate students). I also offer optional 45 minute lessons for more

advanced students.

I encourage the students who have a 30-minute lesson to do a separate computer program, in addition to

their lesson. I have them spend fifteen minutes before or after their lesson on the computer. Computer

instruction includes: theory, ear-training, rhythm concepts and counting, review, review, review, etc. The

younger the student (early beginner), the easier the computer program is. They are self guided programs

and the student wears earphones, so they won’t bother the lesson in progress. Most students are here for

45 minutes to an hour. Siblings may come together in either program. High school students are exempt

from doing computer exercises because most of them are more advanced and they are too busy!

Summer program: I require students to have 6 piano lessons during the months of June and July. In

August I have a Piano Camp. Piano camp usually runs for 2-3 days and is in the morning for 1 1/2

hours each day. It takes the place of regular lessons that month. Jr. High and High school students are

not required to attend summer camp. They will be required to have two additional lessons in August.

Students who “take time off” in the summer (for whatever reason) will be taken off of my roster. (Unless they pay full tuition to hold their spot) If there is room on the roster for them in the fall, they may be re-admitted. Those who take their required six lessons and attend summer camp have a secure spot on the upcoming fall roster. I will always make room on my roster for siblings of my current students.

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MUSIC

Ages 5-6: Oftentimes, parents want to have a young child take lessons. If they are reading well and have

a decent attention span, I start them in an Early Beginner program from Mayron Cole entitled EZ Keys

and/or Menehune.

I sometimes use a new series of books by Dr. Kevin Olson (USU) and his wife Julia entitled Piano Made

FUN. This program is intended for children who are 4-6 and is like a music preschool. The curriculum

consists of Sing-Along Activity Books with CD's and leveled Piano Books with CD's. Notes and

concepts are taught at a careful and steady pace, giving students a solid foundation without moving too

quickly. Children younger than five should try programs such as Kindermusik or Musicgarten.

Ages 7-9:

I use the Mayron Cole Piano Method. This piano method is marketed nationally and I love it! Each

level has approximately 200 pages of original music, recital solos, practice sheets, rhythm exercises,

theory fun sheets, music history, and favorite classics. (Go online to www.mcpiano.com)

The cost of each level’s music is in addition to tuition fees.

I have all students complete all five levels of Faber and Faber Piano Adventures Series. This

includes: 1) a lesson book 2) a performance book 3) a technique and artistry book 4) a theory book.

Older students use Hanon or Czerny Exercises for technique drills after completing Faber and Faber

technique book 4. After completing the Faber Series, I use a variety of more advanced books from

different genres, including some well-earned "fun songs". All students do scales, arpeggios, chords,

cadences, etc as part of their technique regimen.

LIBRARY/SOFTWARE FEE

Individual students will pay a non-refundable annual fee of $40.00 each July. This is a library/software/

maintenance/registration fee. Each year I buy more music to share with your children to help motivate

and inspire them as they choose their recital pieces. Providing a wide variety of music is a very large

investment for me. This fee will help me to provide your students with top-quality music. Paying this

fee allows your child to use my music for recitals. This also helps to avoid illegal photo-copying.

Additional fees will accrue ONLY if the music is lost or irreparably damaged. The library fee also

covers some of the monthly fees I pay to use online (and other) software for your students in my studio.

This fee also covers the down loads of period songs I use in the studio on the iPod, iPad and Kindle. Both

of my digital pianos are in disrepair and need constant maintenance (due to the high usage). This is part of

the maintenance fee. Paying this fee holds your spot for fall as well.

PRACTICING

All students are required to play the week’s music assignment a minimum of twice a day until the next

lesson. Parents must accept their responsibility in seeing to it that the student does the required practicing

and comes prepared. Consistent lack of practicing is grounds for dismissal. Students should be

practicing a minimum of 30 minutes a day. A beginner might be an exception to this rule at first.

Intermediate students should practice 30-45 minutes per day. Early Advanced/Advanced students:

minimum 1 hour daily for great results. Parents remember: CONSISTENCY IS THE KEY…hang in

there…don’t give up…it will pay off! Also, if your student plays an instrument in band or orchestra, they

may be credited 30 minutes per week of extra practice time for time spent practicing the other instrument.

This area will be your biggest challenge, but pay the biggest dividends.

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GROUP CLASSES

I teach a group class at least four times yearly. These classes replace the regular lesson time and last one

hour and fifteen minutes. We learn and review concepts in group class which we haven’t time to learn

during individual lessons. Each month we will focus on one main idea or theme such as: music history,

composers, ear training, additional theory, sight-reading, rhythm and counting, etc. Students will

perform at group classes. (Either their current recital piece or a song of their choice on non-recital

months)

Group classes, although fun, are a lot of work for me and all students are expected to attend. I have

some wonderful games and relays that help students learn theory and rhythm concepts easier in a group

setting. We go into more depth on composers, history, composing, etc. Having a break from their regular

lesson gives the student an extra week to polish their current pieces and to learn to be a well-rounded

musician.

Group classes help students become better acquainted with one another and the friendships formed help

their performance anxiety go down significantly. On your calendar, the letters GC, stand for Group

Class. Look at your calendars ahead of time for possible conflicts in your schedule. I have more than one

group class which your child could attend.

MISSED LESSONS

No tuition credits or make-up lessons are given for missed lessons, for any reason. Please let me

know if you have another commitment on lesson day. If I possibly can, I will reschedule the lesson. I

never give lessons to students who “forget” their lesson. It is your responsibility to get to your lesson. I

have my own commitments and it is difficult for me to teach other than the assigned day and time. Also

remember that if your child was sick, or for any other reason didn’t practice the preceding week, still have

them attend the lesson. I work with them on many things such as ear training, music history, computer

music games, choosing new recital pieces, sight-reading, etc. If you occasionally want to try to trade

lessons with another student, call a parent on the class schedule provided (with at least 24- hr notice).

One month’s notice is required if your student plans to quit taking lessons. It is assumed when you sign

up for lessons that your commitment is for the entire school year. Students who quit because of sports or

other extra-curricular conflicts will not be re-admitted in the fall.

RECITALS

I usually have four recitals each year. The following recitals are scheduled for this year:

Halloween Recital – October 28th

(Wednesday, Farmington City Library), 5:30 for “B/C” groups

and 6:30 for all “A” groups.

Christmas Recital - December 18th

(BDAC), 6:00 p.m. Recital for the “A” groups. 7:00 p.m. for

the “B” and “C” groups.(Friday)

Duet Recital- February 18th

(Thursday, Farmington City Library), 5:30 p.m. recital for the “B/C”

groups. 6:30 p.m. for the “A” groups.

Spring Recital - May 20th (BDAC), 6:00 p.m. Recital for the “A” groups. 7:00 p.m. for the “B”

and “C” groups. (Friday)

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PRICE

The total cost of the course for a 30-minute lesson is $540.00 for the school year. The cost is divided

into nine equal payments of $60.00, September through May. Please note that the cost is exactly the

same each month, regardless of the number of events. This will be easier to remember.

The six summer lessons cost $90.00 (plus the yearly maintenance fee of $40.)

June= $60, July= $30(tuition) + $40 (annual fee)= $70, August= $60 for camp. ($190 summer total*) .

*Jr. High and High School students pay $30 in August for two lessons rather than attending camp, thus

their summer total is $170.

45-minute lessons are available for late intermediate and early advanced students.

School year total=$810.00. The cost is divided into 9 equal payments of $90.00, September through May.

Summer costs: June=$90, July=$45(tuition) + $40 (annual fee)=$85, August=$45 (for two lessons).

($220 summer total).

Tuition is payable to Jill Gubler and is due the first week of the month at your lesson. Any payments

received after the first week of the month will be assessed a late fee of $10.00 per student. Consistent late

payments will be cause for dismissal.

If you are unable to attend the first lesson of the month, please mail the tuition to: Jill Gubler @

1164 Cannon Dr., Farmington, Ut, 84025. I do not give discounts to families with more than one child

taking lessons. Tuition prices will be prorated if your child begins in the middle of the month or if I miss

any lessons. No refunds will be given if you quit lessons before the end of the month or after you have

paid the registration fee.

TEACHING DAYS

I will be teaching Monday through Friday - September through May (school year schedule). I also

teach in the summer on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday.

I have included a list of helps for you and your student. Please go over this policy statement together.

This policy changes yearly. Be sure to refer to it when you have questions about dates and times.

If it has been awhile since you filled out the student info sheet (at the end of this policy statement), you

might want to update it, especially if you have any new phone numbers, emergency contacts, or email

addresses. All new students should complete this page and return it to me ASAP! Thanks

PARKING

I would appreciate it if you would drop your child off in the driveway or at the curb. You may also park

(drop off/pick up) to the North of my house on 1150 South. Students should enter the front door (they

don’t need to knock), shoes off, then straight to studio. Please drop off and pick up on time.

If your child arrives a few minutes early, they need to sit on the stairs or studio couch quietly so they will

not disturb the lesson in progress. In the winter, students should leave their shoes on the rug or towel

provided just inside the front door. I have hooks for hanging coats by the studio. Friends and other

siblings should not attend the lesson.

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TELEPHONING/Communication If you call me during lesson time , you will get my voice mail. I will check my messages after I am done

teaching and return your call as soon as possible. There is also space provided on your student’s lesson

sheet where you can send notes advising me to call you, etc. If you will consistently check your child’s

notebook, look for notes, invitations, read, your email and my blog, you will have fewer questions and

frustrations.

Texting: During lessons I don’t check texts unless your student is late. Then I check to see if you have

texted me. Any other texts will be answered after my teaching schedule is over. Students who bring cell phones to lessons must keep them put & silenced away until the lesson is over!

Email is a wonderful way to get in touch with me. You can also text me at: 801-448-8054. If you need

to talk to me, I would be happy to visit with you during the day or in the evening, after lessons.

Everything will be posted on my blog at: www.jgubler.wordpress.com. I will never use your child's last name on my blog. Just the first name and last initial. This is for their

protection.

POINTS & AWARDS

I give points at each lesson for fun and motivation. I try to reward each student for their extra efforts in

trying to be a good student. I give out certificates, gifts and a few trophies at the end of the school year

(the week of the recital). I give points for the following:

10 points for lesson attendance each week

4 points for paying tuition the first lesson of the month

1 point per page memorized

1 point per page passed off proficiently

1 point per page of theory (or fun sheets) completed

1 points for each practice hour

10 points for writing an original song

10 points for entering an original song in the Reflections contest

5 points for each performance in public, other than recitals (school, civic, church, etc)

5 points for attending a public concert (symphony, band, musical, choral, opera, etc)

30 points for Federation Participation

60 points for AIM Participation

I total points up throughout the year and give awards in May.

Certificates are awarded for: practice, attendance, memorizing, most theory done in a week, most

practice in a week, most points in a week, receiving over 30 points in 1 lesson , completing course books,

skill levels, memorizing club (memorize at least 10 songs), etc.

Trophy awarded to: the student who memorizes the most songs (in his or her age group)

Additional Opportunities

Not all students and/or parents are interested in extra events. The following events are optional and are

for your consideration only. None of them are competitions. They are opportunities to perform and be

evaluated. I will send home notes with the exact dates, as I know them. Involvement in these events

means additional practicing.

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AIM Testing: This testing is done in conjunction with the Utah Music Teacher’s Association(UMTA). I

have been an adjudicator the past few years. It is a fabulous program. AIM stands for “Achievement in

Music” and there are several levels you can be tested on. It is pretty much the same as the Skills Levels

which I have you do in your notebooks (scales, cadences, chords, arpeggios, etc.) In addition, students test

in sight-reading, ear-training and take a theory test. Generally, student can start AIM once they have

taken lessons for at least a year or two. If you have time, these are wonderful opportunities for your kids.

AIM is provided courtesy of the UMTA and is the standard by which our state measures a student's

progress. There is a fee included in the testing. Special awards and certificates will be issued from the

state for this event. It is a great way to insure that your student is learning what they should be learning. I

highly encourage my students to participate. There are 10 levels. AIM will set your student apart in all of

these areas and will make a “noticeable” difference in their confidence and abilities.

The testing is done in March and I would help you prepare for it. It isn’t that scary and helps you to

achieve mastery of your skills and be a well-rounded musician. I encourage all to participate. I have

enjoyed implementing this program with a few of my students this year and plan to continue. AIM is

optional and I will discuss it with individual parents who are interested.

Performance Evaluations: Held in September. Students can play a piece they have previously learned

or they can learn a new one. (They can play the previous year’s AIM or Federation pieces). Pieces must

be memorized. They will be evaluated before an adjudicator . These evaluations are sponsored by the

Utah Music Teachers Association. Students would need to be preparing/reviewing during the summer

months for this. There is a fee. If your student has something prepared, please contact me. Fees and

registration are due in early September.

Federation Festival:

(National Federation of Music Clubs) “The NFMC Festivals Program is designed to give Junior (age 18 and younger) and Adult member musicians of all abilities the opportunity to perform and receive a yearly evaluation in a non-competitive environment. Participation in NFMC Festivals promotes music study, stimulates interest in the musical literature of both the USA and the world, and encourages each participant to reach a high standard of musical achievement. The NFMC Festivals Cup Award Plan and Honor Certificates offer additional incentives to encourage continued participation in NFMC Festivals.” Central Davis NFMC is held in April. Students who participate in both AIM and Federation may use the same two pieces for each event.

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Piano Schedule for 2015-2016

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

AUG 28

SEPT NL NL NL 3 4

NL 8 9 10 11

14 15 16 17 18

21 22 23 24 25

28 29 30

OCT 1 2

5 6 7 8 9

12 13 14 NL* NL*

19 20 21 22 23

GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE)

NOV 2 3 4 5 NL**

9 10 11 12 13

16 17 18 19 20

NL NL NL NL NL

30

DEC 1 2 3 4

7 8 9 10 11

GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE)

Christmas Holiday Break….No Lessons

JAN 4 5 6 7 8

11 12 13 14 15

NL 19 20 21 22

25 26 27 28 29

FEB 1 2 3 4 5

8 9 10 11 12

GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE)

22 23 24 25 26

29

MAR 1 2 3 4

7 8 9 10 11

14 15 16 17 18

21 NL NL NL NL

SB SB SB SB

APRIL SB

4 5 6 7 8

11 12 13 14 15

18 NL NL NL NL

25 26 27 28 29

MAY 2 3 4 5 6

9 10 11 12 13

GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE) GC(RE)

23 24 25 26 27

NL NL

Total Events 36 36 36 36 36 NL=no lessons GC=GroupClass RE=Recital, *UEA, **Utah Music Teachers Conference held in

SLC. ***recital held in Btfl/Davis Art Cntr. Bold letters are the actual date for GC, RE, SB, etc.

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Jill's Studio Daily Schedule 2015 – 2016

Day___ Time Student’s Name Mom’s Name Mon. 6:15 – 6:45 a.m. Arden Nicole

6:45 – 7:15 a.m. Susan Nicole

7:15 – 7:45 a.m. Chelsea Lisa

7:45 – 8:15 a.m. Siena A Lisa

8:15 – 8:45 a.m. Genevieve G McKenzie

9:30 – 10:00a.m. McKenzie G

3:15 – 3:45 p.m. Jaden B Taryn

3:45 – 4:15 p.m. Oliver R Rachel

4:15 – 5:15*p.m. Daxton G Erika

4:15 – 5:15*p.m. Caden A Megan

4:15 – 5:15*p.m. Sadie K Marci 5:15 – 6:15*p.m. Isabelle M Tania

5:15 – 6:15*p.m. Maya M Tania

5:15 – 6:15*p.m. Katie E Ann

Tues. 6:45 – 7:15 a.m. Jonah L Brooke

7:15 – 7:45 a.m. Eli L Brooke

7:45 - 8:30 a.m. Claire H Rani

3:15 – 3:45 p.m. Hannah C Monica

3:45 – 4:45*p.m. Luke C Taunalee

3:45 – 4:45*p.m. Josh L Brooke

3:45 – 4:45*p.m. Adam B Shelby

4:45 – 5:45*p.m. Hazel D Suzanne

4:45 – 5:45*p.m Abbey K Lisa

4:45 – 5:45*p.m Alexis B Shelby

5:45 – 6:15 p.m. Emma B Wendy

6:15 – 6:45 p.m. Britain B Brooke

Weds. 7:15 – 7:45 a.m. John C Monica

7:45 – 8:15 a.m. Sam C Monica

2:30 – 3:00 p.m. Clea D Amy

3:00 – 3:30 p.m. Madelyn A Rachel

3:30 – 4:00 p.m. Melissa W Vanessa

4:00 – 5:00*p.m. Amanda W Vanessa

4:00 – 5:00*p.m. Logan M Amber

4:00 – 5:00*p.m. Conner M Amber

5:00 – 6:00*p.m. Max P Alex

5:00 – 6:00*p.m Olivia P Alex

5:00 – 6:00*p.m. Zoe P Alex

6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Luke B Julie

6:30 – 7:00 p.m. Preston B Julie \

Thurs. 7:00 - 7:30 a.m. Jessy A Rachel

7:45 - 8:15 a.m. Andrew B Alisa

2:00 – 2:30 p.m. Miles R Rachel

2:30 – 3:00 p.m. Leah H Russin

3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Isaac W Angie

3:30 - 4:00 p.m. Genna W Angie

4:00 - 5:00*p.m. Maddie J Meri

4:00 - 5:00*p.m. Bailey G Jessica

4:00 - 5:00*p.m. Marianne H Laura

5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Grace M Analee

5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Max M Analee

6:00 - 7:00*p.m. Kade M Buffy

6:00 - 7:00*p.m. Ty M Buffy

6:00 - 7:00*p.m. Zack M Buffy

continued….

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Jill's Studio Schedule 2015 – 2016

Day Time Student’s Name Mom’s Name

Fri 7:15 - 7:45 a.m. Sydney R Rebekah

7:45 - 8:15 a.m. Brighton A Lisa

1:45 - 2:15 p.m. Ryan N Adriana

2:15 - 2:45 p.m. Spencer R Rebekah

2:45 - 3:15 p.m. Willard R Rebekah

3:15 - 3:45 p.m. Stephen R Rebekah

3:45 - 4:45* p.m. Ruby M Soni

3:45 - 4:45* p.m. Hannah W Melissa

3:45 - 4:45* p.m. Lola E Maegan

4:45 - 5:45*p.m. Noah C Valerie

4:45 - 5:45*p.m. Lucy C Valerie

4:45 - 5:45*p.m. Rylee R Hannah

(*denotes a three student session aided by an assistant)

Group Classes 2015-2016

Group A-1 (school grades K-2) 1. Leah H 6. Caden A 11. Joshua L

2. Ava A 7. Miles R 12. Bailey G

3. Adam B 8. Sam C 13. Luke B

4. Sadie K 9. Genevieve G 14. Zoe P

5. Daxton G 10. Max M 15. Clea D

Group A-2 (shool grades 2-3)

1. Abbey K 7. John C 13. Britain B 2. Amanda W 8. Sienna A 14. Marianne H

3. Maddie J 9. Ryan N 15. Hannah W

4. Claire H 10. Susan L 16. Oliver R

5. Logan M 11. Zack M 17. Maya M

6. Luke C 12. Lola E 18. Hannah W

Group A-3 (school grade 4-5)

1. Rylee R 7. Noah C 13. Arden L

2. Hazel D 8. Lucy C 14. Eli L

3. Chelsea A 9. Alexis B 15. Katie E

4. Olivia P 10. Isabelle M 16. Abbey K

5. Preston B 11. Sydney R 17. Ty Madsen

6. Ruby M 12. Grace M

Group B (Grades 6- 7) 1. Genna W 6. Andrew B

2. Max P 7. Kade M

3. Brighton A 8. Willard R

4. Jaden B 9. Emma B

5. Conner M

Continued on next page….

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…Group Classes 2015-2016

Group C (Grades 8 -12) 1. Stephen R 5. Jonah L

2. Spencer R 6. Melissa W

3. Madelyn A 7. Hannah C

4. Jessy A 8. Isaac W

All Students should bring their binders and current recital music to these classes.

Group Class Schedule (subject to change)

May Oct, Feb.

Group A-1 Tues. 4:45 – 6:00 Group A-1 Tues. 4:30 – 5:45

Group A-2 Wed. 4:30 – 5:45 Group A-2 Wed. 4:45 – 6:00

Group A-3 Mon. 4:00 – 5:15 Group A-3 Tues. 5:45 – 7:00

Group B Tues. 3:30 – 4:45 Group B Wed. 3:30 - 4:45

Group C Wed. 3:15 – 4:30 Group C Tues 3:15 - 4:30

Write your student(s) schedule here:

Student Name Day Time Month

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Helpful tips

I look forward to working with you and your student. Let’s make this a positive experience. Here are a

few helpful hints in succeeding with piano lessons:

---Be consistent in practicing 6 days a week (not just the night before the lesson) The

retention will be better with consistency.

---Provide a well-lit practice room that is free from noise and lots of clutter.

---Be a positive, but firm influence in your child’s life. Don’t nag about every wrong

note--that’s my job. Oftentimes, after a few days of practice, those wrong notes

correct themselves. Praise kids for everything--they need it!

---Offering simple rewards (for practicing, performing, etc) pays big dividends and

motivates!

---Please don’t write the names of notes the on the music. It takes much longer to learn them.

---Please read any notes I send home and make sure your student is practicing ALL

of his/her pieces (not just their favorite ones) Be sure to tell your student that

after they have practiced all of their assigned music, they are welcome to play

their favorite songs all night long if they want to!

---Please total up and record all practice time and initial it each week.

---Encourage students to sit up straight and not put their feet on the bench(or cross their legs)

---Fingers should always be curved (like you’re holding a grapefruit)

---If you have questions, concerns, problems--please call me--I can’t read your

mind!

---Encourage your child to perform often for family, friends, church, school, etc.

---Most children are not meant to be “concert pianists”, but will flourish on the

piano if they stick with it. It takes several years to become a good player. Parents

should not expect that their child can take piano lessons for 2 or 3 years and be a great

pianist. They need to know that this is a long-term commitment. I have taught

literally “hundreds” of students over the past 46 years. The ones who play well

are those who simply practiced consistently, attended lessons, recitals, & did their best.

New Student Information

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Full name:______________________________Nickname:_________________________________

Student’s birthday:_____________ Place where you were born?_____________________________

Student’s School:__________________________________________ Grade in School:__________

Student’s Hobbies:_________________________________________________________________

List Extracurricular Activities: _______________________________________________________

Why do you want to take lessons? _____________________________________________________

Do you want to learn a particular song?_________________________________________________

What piece(s) would you like to learn?_________________________________________________

Do you play another instrument? __________ Instrument:________________

Are you willing to practice 5 days a week?______________

What time of day will you practice most consistently?________________________________

Parent/Guardian Information

Names:____________________________Email:_________________________________________

Home Phone:_____________ Cell Phones: ___________________________May I text you?______

Names/ages of other siblings:_________________________________________________________

Who plays the piano in your family?____________________________________________________

Will you ensure that your child practices 5 days a week?______________

What kind of piano do you have?_____________ If it is acoustic, do you have a regular tuner?_____

Does your child have any learning challenges (ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, Anxiety, etc.), or

difficulty focusing or paying attention that I need to know about?_________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

Food Allergies (Gluten free diet, nuts, etc)?Please list:_____________________________________

What are your goals for your child?____________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

Transfer Students

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Full name:______________________________Nickname:_______________________

Student’s birthday:_____________ Place where you were born?___________________

Student’s School:________________________________ Grade in School:__________

Student’s Hobbies:_______________________________________________________

List Extracurricular Activities: _____________________________________________

__________________________________________

How many teachers have you had?________ How many year of lessons?___________

Do you play another instrument? __________ Instrument(s):_____________________

Do you participate in choir, band, orchestra privately or in your school?____________

Are you willing to practice 5 days a week?______________

What time of day will you practice most consistently?____________________________

What are some of your favorite pieces you have learned and could you play one for me?

Do you have any particular piece(s) you would like to learn?______________________

_______________________________________________________________________

Which of the following areas have you studied or participated in:

(if you are not sure, just put a question mark)

Theory___ Technique___ Rhythm/counting/metronome___ Ear Training___

Sight-Reading___ Fingering___ Memorizing___ Group Classes___ Recitals___

Duets___ Computer drills___ iPod listening(at lessons)___ iPad in class theory drills___

Have you ever participated in AIM or Federation?________

If so, what level did you complete?________

What is your goal as a pianist?_______________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Information (Transfer Students)

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Names:____________________________ _________________________________

Email:_____________________________ _________________________________

Home Phone:_____________ Cell Phones: ________________ _________________

May I text you?___

Names/ages of other siblings:_______________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

Who plays the piano in your family?_________________________________________

Will you ensure that your child practices 5 days a week?______________

What kind of piano do you have? (put a check by the applicable answer)

Small keyboard with no pedal(fewer than 66 keys)____

Large Keyboard with no pedal (66 keys)____

Electric Piano with pedal, 88 keys, touch sensitive, weighted keys (Clavinova,

Roland…)______

Acoustic Piano (such as Yamaha, Kohler and Campbell, Wurlitzer….any “real” pianos

either upright or grand)_____

Other:_________________________________________________________________

If your piano is an acoustic, do you have a regular tuner?___

Are you willing to tune/maintain your piano?____________

Does your child have any learning challenges (ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, anxiety,

etc.), or difficulty focusing or paying attention that I need to know about?___________

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Food Allergies (Gluten free diet, nuts, etc)?Please list:__________________________

What are your goals for your child?_________________________________________

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