Policies and guidelines for enrolled families
Students enroll in the studio under a Studio Membership, reflecting participation in a structured annual program rather than payment per individual lesson. Membership reserves a dedicated weekly lesson time and provides full access to all studio offerings, including sheet music and recitals.
Membership is billed as a flat monthly fee, evenly divided across 12 months for consistency. Monthly tuition remains the same regardless of holidays or student absences. Membership may be discontinued at any time.
Tuition is due on the 1st of each month. A $15 late fee applies to payments received after the 7th.
Each membership includes an annual total of 40 scheduled private lessons, along with the following benefits:
This year’s lesson dates, breaks, makeup weeks and recitals are on the studio calendar.
For tuition paid in cash. It is taken after any family or homeschool discount.
Lessons may be discontinued at any time. Tuition for the current month must be paid in full, regardless of when notice is given.
Instruction follows a comprehensive 8-level curriculum emphasizing classical training while also incorporating modern classical, pop, jazz, and rock. Music theory and technical development are integrated throughout. Repertoire selections are tailored to each student’s individual needs and preferences. See the full curriculum.
Performance plays an essential role in musical growth and motivation. Students are encouraged to participate throughout the year.
Participation is required to be eligible for end-of-year curriculum medals and awards. Fee: $20 per family, per recital.
Students perform two memorized pieces for an adjudicator and receive a score. Points earned contribute toward a trophy awarded at the annual ceremony.
Students prepare two contrasting original works from different musical periods (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Contemporary) to receive a grade and written critique. Winners advance to the state level. CMTA also awards two high school scholarships annually.
Held in the Fall. Students prepare two contrasting works from the Romantic or Impressionist eras, evaluated on stylistic elements such as expression, nuance, and rubato.
Students submit a recording for consideration. Six students are selected to perform and receive a public lesson from a college piano professor at the Falany Performing Arts Center.