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Jinny Lee Violin Studio - Studio Policy

1. Tuition Rates:

  • 30 minutes: $80 (For children under 7 years only)

  • 45 minutes: $120 (For children under 7 years only)

  • 60 minutes: $150

Please note that tuition is due on the 1st of each month. Timely payments ensure the smooth operation of lessons and the studio.

2. Extra Time Charged ("Expert Time Used"):

Effective immediately, additional assistance outside of scheduled lesson times—such as answering questions regarding violin technique or reviewing recordings—will incur a fee. The fee will be broken down into 15-minute increments based on my hourly rate:

For example, if you submit an All-State recording that is approximately 4 minutes long, the charge will still be for the full 15-minute increment. I will record the time spent and provide an invoice at the end of the month. To avoid these extra charges, please ensure that any recordings or queries are addressed during scheduled lesson times.

3. Communication Hours:

I understand that students have busy schedules and may practice late into the night. However, to manage my time effectively, I will only be responding to emails and other messages between 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM. This schedule allows me to balance my practice and performance commitments while remaining available to my students.

4. Payments:

  • Tuition is due on the 1st of each month.

  • Preferred payment method: Zelle (jinnylee@jinnyleeviolin.com or (650)379-5273)

  • Venmo ID: @vnJinny

  • Invoices will no longer be sent automatically for lessons. If you require a monthly invoice, please notify me, and I will provide one.

5. Studio Recitals:

  • The studio concert is held once a year.

  • Students performing with a pianist are responsible for paying the pianist separately for rehearsal sessions. Prices vary depending on the pianist.

  • On the day of the concert, students are also required to cover any additional expenses, typically ranging from $100 to $160.

6. Competitions & Auditions:

  • Advanced students should begin learning new pieces at least 3-4 months before competitions or auditions to ensure they are technically and musically prepared.

  • Orchestra audition dates are generally in April, with seating auditions in August, just before the orchestra season begins. There may also be additional auditions in January.

  • Competitions usually take place between February-March or October-November.

  • Preparation for All-State Orchestra (junior high to high school) begins in July.

7. Cancellation/Make-Up Policy:

  1. Cancellations or rescheduling requests must be made at least 24 hours before the scheduled lesson time. Written notice via text message or email is required.

  2. No-shows, or missed lessons without prior notification, are considered forfeited lessons and are non-refundable.

  3. If two or more lessons are canceled within a 30-day period, the teacher reserves the right to terminate the lesson agreement at their discretion.

  4. All lessons are scheduled in advance. When a student cannot attend a lesson and provides prior notice, there is no rescheduling or cancellation fee.

  5. Make-up lessons can be conducted online or credited towards the following month.

8. Lesson Termination:

To terminate a lesson agreement, a formal written request must be submitted via email or text message 30 days in advance. If a student chooses to terminate lessons without providing 30 days' notice, the total cost of termination will be calculated by prorating lessons for the 30 days following the termination date.

9. Tardy Policy:

There is no grace period for tardiness. Lessons are scheduled for a set duration, regardless of the student's attendance. Students are allotted up to five minutes for packing, unpacking, tuning, etc.

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