Each week includes:

• One private lesson (usually 30–60 minutes, depending on level)
• One group class with other students at a similar level
• Home practice during the week, guided by what was learned in the lesson

This combination helps students build strong skills, stay motivated, and feel part of a musical community.

Consistency matters more than length.

• Beginners: about 10–20 minutes, 5–6 days per week
• Early/intermediate students: about 20–30 minutes per day
• More advanced students: 30+ minutes per day

Practice is done with a parent, especially in the early years. We will show you exactly how to practice during lessons so that home time feels clear and manageable.

Beginner group class is currently offered on Tuesdays at 5:15 PM.

This time stays consistent throughout the year so families can plan around it. As students advance, they move to later class times. Advanced students eventually attend Monday group classes.

Private lesson times are limited and depend on each teacher’s schedule, as well as what works for your family.

We do our best to find a time that works for everyone, but availability can vary depending on the time of year and lesson length.

To find the best fit, we’ll connect you directly with one of our teachers to coordinate scheduling.

We use an equitable tuition model, which allows families to choose a tuition tier based on their financial situation.

We encourage families to support our mission of making music education accessible to all by selecting a tier that honestly reflects their income. This community-supported model helps make it possible for more students to participate.

Having a student body made up of families from a wide range of backgrounds enriches the experience for everyone—it strengthens our community and deepens what students learn from one another.

To ensure the sustainability of the program, we do limit the number of families in our lowest tuition tier (Tier D), so availability at that level may be capped at times.

If you have questions about which tier is right for you, we’re always happy to help guide you through the process.

Recitals are strongly encouraged.

We believe performing helps students build confidence and take pride in their work. If a student feels nervous, we support them step by step so that performing becomes a positive experience.

Students begin performing in small, comfortable ways.

For our youngest beginners, this may simply mean walking on stage and taking a bow. As they grow, they gradually share more.

We carefully prepare each student so they feel confident and successful.

Not at all.

We will teach you everything you need to know to support your child’s practice at home.

Because consistent progress depends on regular attendance, we do not offer refunds for missed lessons.

If a teacher needs to cancel, a makeup lesson will always be provided.

New students can begin once a lesson time becomes available and all required observations have been completed.

Observations are an important first step—they allow you to see how lessons and group classes work and help set you up for success when you begin.

Please do not purchase or rent an instrument before starting—we will guide you through this process.

For very young beginners, we often start with a “foam-a-lin” (a foam violin) to help build strong posture and habits before introducing a real instrument.

When a student is ready for a violin, correct sizing is essential. This is something your teacher will determine, not the instrument shop. In fact, many transfer students arrive with instruments that are one or even two sizes too large, which can make playing much more difficult.

We will guide you through everything you need, including:

• Instrument sizing and rental/purchase options
• Books and materials
• How to set up an effective practice space at home

You don’t need to figure this out on your own—we’ll make sure you have exactly what you need at the right time.