Studio Policy

STUDIO POLICY

MY RESPONSIBILITIES:

During lessons, your child will be my student. I will teach each student how to play the violin.
I will help them learn techniques, teach them to read music, and give them opportunities to
perform. My studio has a positive and enthusiastic environment. I will tailor the curriculum to
match each student’s specific learning needs, always seeking to help him/her have the best
experience possible. I will communicate expectations and announcements with students and
parents via texting and/or emails. 

STUDENT AND FAMILY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Students agree to arrive at each lesson punctually, well-prepared, and with their instrument and
music. I cannot guarantee results, so improvement is based entirely on at-home practice. If
something is happening at home or school that is affecting a student's practice, please let me know. 

All students are encouraged to play at the 2-3 recitals we have each year. 

Parents are always welcome to observe lessons, but it is never required.
However, it is highly encouraged to have a parent present for beginning students, especially
depending on age. 

TUITION:

30 minute in-person lesson: $20 (online: $15)

45 minute in-person lesson: $25 (online: $20)

Group lesson: $10

Lessons are billed monthly by adding up the number of lessons that will occur during
the month in question, taking into account any holidays or no school days. 

There is a discount given for families with multiple children taking lessons. 

PAYMENT 

The following are methods in which I accept payment:

-online payments using Venmo (@sarahsponseller) or PayPal (sarahsponsellerviolin@gmail.com)

- checks (payable to Sarah Sponseller)

TYPICAL MATERIAL EXPENSES:

Materials Required:

- violin, bow, and case: rent or own

- shoulder rest: can be a formed rest found at a music store or online OR a foam pad held
on by rubber bands

- rosin: should be provided in case if you rented

- music stand or designated spot to hold music

- Books: 

• Beginner: Suzuki Method Book 1, The Fairfield Fiddle Farm Beginner's Fiddle Book

• Intermediate/Advanced: repertoire will be decided on an individual basis,
• (there may be need to purchase a book on occasion)

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Lessons canceled with at least 24 hours advance notice will be rescheduled schedule permitting.
If it is not possible to make-up the lesson, credit be given based on circumstance. No refund will
be given for no-shows or tardiness.  If you think you will be delayed, please call or text to let me
know if you will be coming.

If I cancel for any reason, I will make it up. If I can’t, payment for that particular lesson will be
credited back to you.

Should it become necessary for a student to cancel lessons entirely, please be considerate and
make me aware. I will be sorry to see you go! Prepaid tuition is non-refundable. 

LIABILITY:  

I will do all I can to provide a safe learning environment for my students. Parents will always
have direct access to rooms where lessons are being taught.

Should damage occur to my property, a student’s property, a recital venue, or property where
lessons occur, all parties involved will be expected to take appropriate responsibility.