What Does Tuition Cover?

WHAT DOES TUITION COVER?

Weekly lessons (following the Surrey school calendar) in a combination of private lessons and Theory Club Group Classes
Student support between lessons using Practice Space assignment app
Weekly Music Lab assignments (theory and musicianship enrichment that can be done at home or at the studio)
An individualized plan for each student
Development of teaching materials, including occasional pieces composed or arranged specifically for your child
Development of practice incentive programs
Recital preparation and repertoire planning
Rental of recital venues
Use of music lending library
Time spent choosing/purchasing/invoicing music for each student

Teacher training and experience
Continuing teacher education
Business costs (equipment, maintenance, website costs, business licensing, office supplies)
Bookkeeping / scheduling / time for email and phone calls
Professional Teacher's Organization membership (BCRMTA) and certification with Royal Conservatory of Music

Subscription to Practice Space app (provides digital assignment delivery, student support between lessons, and practice accountability)
Access to BOOM Cards learning resources developed specifically for my students
Purchase of apps and subscriptions used to provide a rich learning experience for your child
Supplies and resources for practice incentives, enrichment materials, and awards
Supplies and resources for group classes
Studio licenses for music by living composers, printed especially for your child
Ongoing purchases for music lending library
Maintenance of Lab equipment