New Students :: FAQ

All private lessons on violin, viola, cello and piano are taught Monday to Friday, generally between 8am and 7pm. It is preferable to schedule younger children at their best time for concentration, usually earlier in the day.

Group lessons are held at the Train Station Studios in Huntsville on approximately 15 Saturdays throughout the year. In addition, your child will participate in recitals and large group concerts involving the entire School.

The tuition fee for the 2006/07 school year is $91.70 per month for 10 months and includes the cost of private and group lessons. There is also an annual school membership fee of $230.

String students need to be sized by the teacher before purchasing an instrument or beginning lessons. There is an instrument exchange/rental program currently in place in Huntsville , or instruments can be ordered if one is not available. Violin packages average about $350 and cellos approximately $600. We do not advise beginning piano students on electirc keyboards. A beginner package consisting of a CD, music book, notebook and rosin (strings only) will also be needed at a cost of approximately $50.

You are strongly encouraged to bring your child to observe as many private and group lessons as possible while on the waiting list. This enables both of you to meet the teacher, observe other children at lessons and most importantly, can provide motivation for your child. You are welcome to enter and leave lessons at any time. Call (705) 788-0027 for suitable times to observe (ie: other young children's lessons).

You may register your child an our waiting list by clicking here. When spaces become available you will be called to confirm your continued interest. Lessons generally begin in the fall of each year.

I am looking forward to meeting you and your child. Please call if you have any further questions.

Sincerely,
Linda Drennan