RATES AND POLICIES

The standard rates for a single lesson are as follows:

• 30 min: $40
• 45 min: $60
• 60 min: $75

Students are encouraged to commit to weekly lessons for healthy progress and timely results.

PAYMENT
Payment is due at the end of each lesson or as a single payment at the end of each month.
Cash, Venmo, and checks are happily accepted.
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GENERAL LESSON POLICIES 
What I expect from students:
Please be on time.

• Enter at your lesson time, even if I’m still working with another student.
• I do my best to be fair with your time - if lessons start late for any reason (parking, previous student, traffic, etc…), I will try to add time to the end of your lesson or tack on extra time to future lessons.

Please come to your lesson prepared.

• Practice assigned material between lessons. Regular practice is essential.
• Use a 3-ring binder to keep music and note paper organized.
• Suggest songs you like / want to sing, and whenever possible, bring in the sheet music in your preferred key. I am happy to assist in finding sheet music and comfortable keys.
• Bring a recording device to your lessons (iPhone, digital recorder, etc…).Recordings of specific exercises will be made for your home practice.
• Take care of your voice: Stay hydrated, get plenty of rest, and avoid pushing your voice above a moderate speaking volume (be careful in loud bars, sports games, etc…)​

​The aim of a singer should not be on a finished product. Good singing is an outcome of the ongoing process of vocal exploration and upkeep. Be patient with yourself, and embrace the process of practice and discovery. 

What to expect from your teacher:

• Thoughtful critique, guidance, and support.
• Weekly exercises recommendations for at-home practice.
• Singer and repertoire suggestions that will expand and/or supplement the student's musical experience and understanding. 
• Encouragement to seek out performance opportunities: community productions, choruses, ensembles, local musical theater, open mics, etc..

LESSON ATTENDANCE / CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation by Student
Students must provide cancellation notice at least 24-hours in advance. Please do so by sending an email with the date you will miss and at least three possible times you could make-up your lesson. I can potentially provide makeup lessons on any day of the week as my schedule allows.

• If you give less than 24 hours notice, PAYMENT IS STILL REQUIRED. 

This rather standard policy is intended to protect my time, and to ensure that you’re fully committed to our work together. If this seems unduly harsh, please keep in mind that I’m juggling multiple, tightly-scheduled commitments with students and ensembles throughout San Diego. Notifying me of your absence can potentially allow me to see another student at your time, or schedule another engagement. Of course, I’ll be reasonable about emergencies and certain unforeseen circumstances. I can potentially provide makeup lessons on any day of the week as my schedule allows.​ Send an email with the date you will miss and at least three possible times you could make-up your lesson.
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Cancellation by Teacher
If I am forced to cancel a scheduled lesson for any reason, I will provide at least 24-hours notice and I will make up the lesson at the nearest available time.