Private Lesson Terms & Conditions
Payment/Scheduling
All lesson fees must be paid by the month in advance in order to reserve the student’s lesson time (i.e., January 1st, February 1st, etc.). The monthly rate is $70 per one half hour and $140 per hour of lesson time. Individual lesson fees are $20 per one half hour and $40 per hour of lesson time. Please inquire about prices for group lessons. You must stay prepaid to reserve your lesson time. There is a $15 registration fee for the first student and a $10 registration fee for each additional student when they sign up at the same time.
Lessons are scheduled at the same time (and day) each week. Lessons scheduled upon student’s return from vacation must be paid in advance prior to the missed lessons, otherwise the student will forfeit his/her lesson time to another student. Student may discontinue lessons at any time with a required two (2) week notice given by completing an “ending form” at our store. This protects you from being charged for extra lessons. Unused lesson fees are held as credit to your Music Showcase account and are not refundable.
Payment can be made monthly either in cash, check, money order or credit card as long as the account is prepaid. Another option is autopay. Customer can authorize Music Showcase to charge their credit card for lessons.
Should you fail to pre-pay or should you leave an outstanding balance upon ending lessons, you authorize Music Showcase to charge that lesson to the credit card number provided. If the credit card fails to process, you must update the credit card or make other payment arrangements.
Delinquency
Delinquency Policy: At our discretion, a late fee of $10 will be applied to a student’s account for delinquency in payments if (1) notification of an outstanding balance generates no response or action from the customer or (2) a monthly - paying customer is past due on his/her payment as of the 15th of the month.
It is important to understand that teaching is an instructor’s job. Whether you show or not, he/she is present and must get paid. Each instructor takes time to prepare for each lesson and takes pride in each student’s success. Success can only be achieved and goals reached with perseverance and dedication. Parents must be responsible to make sure their personal schedule does not conflict with the student’s lesson time, and in turn, his or her progress. We request that parents be prompt in attendance and when picking up their child so as not to create a delay in the next student’s lesson time, especially if you wish to meet with your student’s instructor.
Attendance & Cancellation
A reserved time slot is guaranteed for each student as long as his/her account balance is kept prepaid. Students are allowed to make up any canceled lessons within a reasonable amount of time (i.e., A cancellation in May should not be made up in October). If an instructor cancels, every effort will be made to provide a substitute for your student. If there is an emergency, injury, or illness and you need to cancel for several weeks or an extended period of time, please discuss your options with our staff before discontinuing your lessons. Cancellations can be made by either calling Music Showcase, by filling out a cancellation form in advance at the Education Center, or on-line. A number will be assigned to your cancellation for our records as well as for yours. Fees for unattended lessons due to “no shows” will be forfeited. Note: It is not the teacher’s responsibility to inform management of a student’s vacation or cancellation.
We understand emergencies will occur; however, please notify Music Showcase as soon as possible, so we can handle your account properly. We request the parent/student give Music Showcase a two (2) week advance notice of permanent or long-term cancellation. One (1) or more missed lessons without explanation (No Shows) will warrant immediate cancellation if there are no monies on account as credit.
CANCELLATION PROCEDURE
There are three processes in which you may cancel your scheduled lesson and they must all be done with Music Showcase staff, not your individual instructors. For more information, read the Attendance & Cancellation section above.
A. In Person - You must submit a "Cancellation Form" (click here for a printable copy) for all future cancellations for vacation, doctor's appointment, school function, special holidays and other reasons. Please sign and present the “Cancellation Form” to the education desk, not the individual instructor. It is then placed in the student’s file, notated on the schedule and the teacher will be notified. You must prepay for the returning lesson day so we may hold the time slot for you. Your next lesson is not guaranteed without prepayment.
B. By Phone - To cancel a lesson at Music Showcase, call (813) 685-5998. Please remember to get your confirmation number. Without a confirmation number, your lesson is not cancelled. This number is also used if discrepancies later appear in your billing.
C. On-Line - To cancel a lesson at least 1 day in advance you may use our Online Cancellation Form. Please fill out the information on the form, and click “submit”. The online method of cancellation can only be used for “future missed” lessons. Please do not submit an online cancellation form on the same day as the scheduled lesson. You must contact the Performing Arts Academy directly to cancel a lesson on the day of your scheduled lesson. If you are requesting a make-up lesson and do not hear from an education representative within 24 hours, please call Music Showcase.
Other Important Information
It is the parents responsibility to inform the instructor or Music Showcase of any known health limitations or special learning needs or gifts in compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Performance Opportunities
Music Showcase encourages their students to perform and showcase what they’re learning in lessons. There are monthly recitals in the Music Showcase auditorium and opportunities to perform at various community events throughout the year. Students can also further their musical growth by participating in clinics with well-known professionals and workshops. Students and parents should ask their instructor or a school representative about participating in the concerts.
Since the opening of the school, we have grown and are making a lot of positive changes. Due to the growth and excitement of our students, we are always trying new things (i.e., recitals, clinics with well-known professionals, concerts, etc.). Please ask your instructor or visit our website about monthly recitals and other events.