About the Studio

Lesson Goals

• To experience the joy of piano playing
• To understand and interpret music notation
• To develop a life-long passion for music
• To perform with confidence in a variety of settings (home, studio, recitals, etc.)
• To build personal confidence and self-esteem
• To develop self-discipline

Sessions

• Lessons are held weekly at the Curie Piano Studio
• Lessons are grouped and billed in sessions (See session schedule)
• Lesson time lengths are determined by student age, skill level, and motivation
• Session payment is due on the Friday prior to the start of a new session
• Session payments are non-refundable

Attendance Policy

• Weekly attendance is expected and encouraged
• Arrive promptly at the scheduled lesson time
• Four make-up lessons are allowed each school year
• Please DO NOT come to a lesson when ill with any contagious disease
• Please DO NOT bring siblings into the studio during lesson times unless they are waiting for their lesson (Parents are welcome to stay during the lesson in the waiting area)

Practicing

• Consistent weekly practice is expected and encouraged
• Practice at least 5 days a week
• Aim for the following practice times:
  • Elementary 20-30 minutes
  • Intermediate 30-45 minutes
  • Advanced 45-60 minutes
  • Parents should request a meeting (or the teacher will request one with them!) if there appears to be a problem finding adequate practice time

Performing

• Several performance opportunities are available for those who wish to participate
• Performance opportunities include:
  • Fall and Spring Recitals with the Curie Studio
  • Master classes with guest teachers
  • Studio classes
  • District Festival
  • Scale Olympics
  • Piano Guild
• No student will be forced to perform in public