Private Lessons Policies
Lesson Scheduling
Lessons are weekly and year round. All term dates, as well as scheduled holidays and flex dates can be found on our calendar.
A student wishing to make a permanent change to their lesson schedule must give two weeks' notice, in writing, to our office.
Tuition + Billing
Tuition for weekly lessons is paid automatically via credit or debit card upon confirmation of scheduled lessons. Each payment is for four lesson credits, which are then "used up" as reported by the teacher. Once the last credit is used up, your card will be automatically billed for the next tuition payment and you will receive another four lesson credits.
Tuition payments received more than five days after the due date are subject to a $20 late fee. If a studentʼs tuition for the upcoming session has not been received within ten days after the due date, the student may be dropped from our roster.
Credits for lessons or classes canceled by a representative of Eclectic Music will roll forward to be used toward future lessons (with the exception of Acts of God, i.e. inclement weather).
Cancellations
Weekday lessons that are canceled by the student for any reason cannot be made up, nor can tuition be refunded. Please see Cancellation Policy Explained for more details.
If your teacher is unable to teach a lesson, a substitute teacher will be arranged. On the rare occasion that no substitute can be found, the student will be issued a Staff-cancellation credit that will roll forward to be used toward future lessons and do not need to be “made up.”
Weekend lessons, flex date lessons, and "Floating Plan" lessons may be canceled without penalty with twenty-four hoursʼ notice.
As a matter of courtesy, if you are sick, please stay home. Reach out to your instructor and let them know you are ill, and see if you have the option to either move to an online lesson from home (if you’re feeling up to it) or schedule a make-up.
If Eclectic Music must close due to inclement weather or another Act of God outside of our control, the first such occurrence will be charged to the student; the second will be made up by adding an additional lesson at the end of the spring semester.
You may decide to change teacher, instrument, or lesson day/time with a 14-day advance notice. All changes are subject to teacher availability.
If your teacher becomes unavailable for regular lessons, you will be provided a new teacher with a similar teaching style, or the opportunity to choose a new teacher.
Materials
Books and materials are given as needed and charged when they are received by the student. We will keep credit card information on file and automatically charge for books (up to $40 per semester).
Discontinuations
A student wishing to discontinue lessons must give two weeksʼ notice, in writing, to our office.
logistics
Eclectic Music is not responsible for providing before or after class care for students. We recommend that a parent, guardian, or caretaker stay on site during lessons for students under 18 years of age.
Eclectic Music does not accept certain types of behavior, e.g. bullying, violence, sarcasm, name-calling, abusive language or gestures, negative criticism of values, beliefs and opinions, and negative highlighting of physical, social cultural or emotional differences, and will intervene to ensure the fair and equitable treatment of all.
Students and parents should respect the premises and leave the school clean and in good condition.
Good behavior and respect for teachers is essential. Respect for other students is also important, as disruptive behavior can prevent others from learning.
Eclectic Music reserves the right to refuse re-enrollment if a student or parent is continually disruptive, causes damage to the school premises / equipment, or puts the safety of themselves or others at risk. Serious offenders could be at risk of losing their place at the school and / or term fees paid.
In the case of students under 18 years old, parents or guardians shall be notified and consulted in an attempt to rectify the situation. There may be an immediate dismissal of a lesson if necessary.
No weapons are permitted on the premises of Eclectic Music.
As a reminder Eclectic Music's programs are not licensed by the state of Georgia and are exempt from being licensed by same. Exemption granted with Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, 404-656-5957, http://decal.ga.gov/
Injuries
You assume all risk of injury or harm to the child(ren) or adult(s) associated with participation in musical activities at Eclectic Music and agree to release, indemnify, defend and forever discharge Eclectic Music and its officers and staff from all liability, claims, demands, damages, costs, and expenses in the unlikely event of injury sustained by your child(ren) or adult student during the course or as a result of their participation in Eclectic Music musical activities.
Video Surveillance & Recording
For the safety and security of our students, staff, and visitors, Eclectic Music employs video and audio surveillance. The video feed may or may not be monitored at any time.
Unless requested in writing (makemusic@eclecticmusicatlanta.com) or upon registration, Eclectic Music is granted permission to take photographs/videos of the students to use in brochures, websites, posters, advertisements, and other promotional materials Eclectic Music creates. Permission is also hereby granted for Eclectic Music to copyright such photographs in its name.
Support
If you are not satisfied with your lessons, please contact the director. You have two teachers: your own assigned teacher, and the director, Anna Dvorak. Anna is easily accessible and can provide advice and alternatives. We aim to accommodate each studentʼs changing needs and desires with our own services and also by sharing the best resources of Atlanta as a whole.
Disclaimer
We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.
Policy effective upon enrollment. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Policies & terms are subject to change.