Studio Policies - 2026-2027

  • Standard lesson payments are made three times throughout the year. Every student pays for and receives the same number of lessons (approximately 33).

  • In order to reserve your place in the studio for 2026-2027, a non-refundable deposit of $200 (per student) is due no later than July 15th, 2026, which will count as your first tuition payment/contract.

    • An important requirement for students who choose to study with me: there must be a well-maintained piano or full size (88 keys) digital piano with weighted keys, a pedal, and a bench at home. Please refer to my FAQ page to find out why this is important.

    Other Important Items

    Parental Involvement/Participation:

    My studio has an open door policy, which means that parents are always welcome to observe their student’s lesson at any time. Advance notice is appreciated if there will be additional guests. Parents play the role of a “silent observer” and if siblings are present, they need to be occupied.

    Missed/Makeup lessons: Please do not bring sick children to lessons. If your child is ill, let me know and we will make arrangements for another time/day when possible.

    As a working mom, I understand that things come up and schedules change. I do my best to accommodate families' busy lives. That being said, I have to plan carefully to make life manageable. Piano teaching is my full-time job and pays my bills. Therefore I can only reschedule makeup lessons during open spots in my regular teaching schedule, which may not be possible due to the number of students I teach.

    If lesson attendance becomes an issue (i.e. missing multiple lessons in a row, frequent tardiness) or if students are unprepared on a regular basis, I may choose to terminate lessons. These issues compromise the positive learning environment I work hard to maintain in a one-on-one relationship with your child.

    Commitment to Practicing: Students are expected to practice daily. Aim for the same number of minutes as a lesson, perhaps less for younger students.

    Lesson Dates & Times:

    I teach M-Tu-Th-Fri in my home studio, between the hours of 3:00 - 8:00. Lessons for the school year begin on Monday, September 14th, 2026

    Last day of lessons for the school year is Friday, June 11th, 2027

    End of year studio recital: Saturday, June 12th, 2027

    Makeup lessons will be held the week of June 14th-18th, 2027 as needed.

    There are no lessons on the following dates:

    • Wednesday, November 25 - Friday, November 27

    • Monday, December 21 - Friday, January 1

    • Monday, February 15 - Friday, February 19

    • Monday, March 22 - Friday, March 26

    • Monday, May 31st

  • Lesson Fees and Payments

    2026-2027 Tuition for 45-minute lessons: $1,800

    ***New this year*** 2026-2027 Tuition for 60-minute lessons: $2,400

  • Tuition includes approximately 33 private piano lessons and all recital fees (excluding Gold Cup Festival). In most cases, a student receives more than the allocated amount of instruction time (extra coaching, group lessons, studio classes, etc.).

    In order to reserve your place in the studio for 2026-2027, a non-refundable deposit of $200 (per student) is due by July 15th. This is your first payment.

    Second payment is due on or before September 8th, 2026

    45 min: $800

    Third payment is due on or before February 1st, 2027

    45 min: $800

    60 minute lesson payment plans will be determined on an individual basis.

    No refunds once payments are made.

    Payments can be made using the following methods:

    • Electronic payments via invoice, bank transfer only

    • Check made payable to Beth Fischer

    • Cash

    No Venmo/PayPal for tuition payments, please.

    Check your spam or junk email folder if you do not receive your invoice. Make sure you have connect@e.connect.intuit.com set as a trusted email address.

    Additional Materials & Fees

    Late fee for tuition payments - $50

    Music books: I will provide all necessary lesson books and materials as a convenience to families. Those items will be billed separately.

    Save the Dates

    RPTG /NYSMTA Gold Cup Festival - January 2027 @ Nazareth University

    End of year recital and party - June 12th, 2027. All students are expected to play!

    If you ever have questions or concerns about your child’s piano studies, please do not hesitate to contact me. I’m available by phone/text at (585) 203-6030, or email beth@bethfischerpiano.com