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Music Policies--v34
Thursday, October 24, 2024 by Andy Ng | Policies
Dr Andy Ng Music Lesson Policies
Version 34-Oct. 22, 2024
#musiclessonpolicy
Why learn with Dr Andy NG?—27 Reasons
Teaches violin, viola, piano, cello, guitar & music theory (Solfège, rhythm, perfect pitch, singing, intervals, improvisation, composition, conducting).
1: Music lessons are my most important thing. Providing you with a great music learning experience is my #1 priority.
2: Well experienced teacher with ATCL (Associate Trinity College London) in Teaching Violin, MMus (Master of Music in Violin Performance, University of Redlands), Teachers’ training with Suzuki Violin Books 1, 2 & 4 and over 56 years of teaching experience.
3: Your lessons can begin whenever you are ready. Dr Ng teaches year-round with new students starting weekly.
4: Many instruments and lesson times: You and your family can take violin, viola, cello, piano, and more! For your convenience Dr Ng is available 6 days a week.
5: Head of Strings at Bentley Music in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Dr Ng supervised & trained other music teachers.
6: No Long-Term Contract
Lessons are on-going and weekly (72 lessons/year schedule), and tuition is paid monthly. Take lessons as long as you like. To withdraw from lessons just give us a withdrawal notice by the 15th day of your final month.
7: Private Music Lessons
One-on-one private music lessons are a time honored tradition, offering many advantages for you. They provide great flexibility, are easy to schedule, and are available in a wide variety of instruments. Three weekly: 25, 40 or 55 minute lessons, averaging three lessons per month. 25-minute private lesson = $47.25/session, 40-minute private lesson=$73.50/session; 55-minute private lesson=$94.50/session.
8: Group music theory classes for 40 minutes: Every student is encouraged to attend 40-minute theory classes weekly. New from 2024, August: app.SPROUTBEAT.com—Theory homework with internet games. Theory classes are $26.25/session.
9: Please Note: There are no reimbursements for missed lessons, and tuition is never adjusted unless the teacher is absent and cannot provide the promised number of lessons.
10: Music Rainbow System (MRS) Certificates, & Award Wristbands to Celebrate Achievement. Dr Ng gves his students the opportunity to earn special color wristband bracelets AND certificates for passing musical tests. When our students have a test coming up, they practice more, their family members are proud, your teacher is proud.
11: Year Round Lessons—
Music lessons are offered year round, because that is the best way to learn music. You won’t have to worry about missing lessons during your summer vacation because Dr Ng has an awesome make-up lesson policy.
12: Awesome Free Make-Up Lessons
—If you need to miss your lesson because you are sick, on vacation, or whatever, you can SIGN-UP for free group make-up lessons. That’s right, free!
13: Convenient Location & Business Times—
Dr Ng teaches at California Keyboards Music Center, 2408 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304
SCHEDULE: Lessons 5 days a week. Monday-Friday 10:00 am-6:55 pm;
Sunday at home studio.
14: You may start lessons anytime, and you can stop lessons anytime by giving written notice for the last month’s lesson by the 15th of that month.
15: All-inclusive Tuition
—Includes private & theory lesson fees, practice incentives, music tests, wristbands, certificates and theory homework rewards. This fixed monthly Tuition provides families with the ease of knowing that the monthly payment is always the same amount. Your monthly payments cover the number of lessons offered per year, not per month.
16: Full-time Music student’s Package Rates for weekly private lesson & weekly group theory classes:
Package #1: $220.50/month—averages three 25-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
Package #2: $299.25/month—averages three 40-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
Package #3: $362.25/month—averages three 55-minute private lessons plus three 40-minute group theory classes.
17: Deposit Discount—one month’s fees ($220.50/$299.25/$362.25) will qualify for 5% discount on monthly fees as follows: Package#1$220.50/month -5%=$210/month. Package #2–$299.25-5%= $285/month. Package #3= $362.25-5%=$345/month. This deposit maybe used for the last month’s fee.
18: SUMMARY: 36 private lessons plus 36 theory classes per year (prorated tuition is only for those who do not begin in January, June, or August).
A. FALL SEMESTER: August - December = 30 lessons (15 private and 15 group theory classes). B. WINTER SEMESTER: January- May= 30 lessons (15 private and 15 group theory classes). SUMMER SEMESTER: June - July = 12 lessons (6 private and 6 group theory classes)
19: All students are expected to continue lessons during June and July. Students who "take a break" in June and July will be automatically added to the waiting list.
20: Music Lesson fees are paid in advance and due on the 1st of the month. Zelle, Venmo, cash, personal checks are accepted.
21: ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS:
A. Advance payment of whole semester’s fees=5% discount.
B. Advance payment of two semesters =10% discount.
C. Advance payment of whole year’s fees=15% discount
22: We will send online invoices. (Autopay through Stripe will be automatically set up the first time you put in your credit card information.)
• $31.50 Late Fee for all payments received past the 10th of the month.
• $31.50 Fee for all NSF Checks
• Forgot your payment? Pay online or drop-off/mail payment at California Keyboards front desk to avoid the late fee.
• Should something come up where you cannot financially fulfill your commitment to your lessons, advance notice and open, ongoing communication is appreciated and encouraged
23: ONLINE LESSONS: Students can have all theory classes and private lessons in person or on line/internet with facetime or messenger; but please request by SMS ASAP, or latest by noon of your lesson in the afternoon. Children below 12 need a parent or older person to supervise the on-line/internet lesson.
24: Music fees will be adjusted for inflation and cost-of-living from August of each year.
I f you are ready to start, you have nothing to lose as we only want students who truly want to be here and we will not commit you to a long term contract.
Lessons are first come, first served, so contact us today to arrange YOUR first lesson!
Email us: andyng4@icloud.com
2408 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield CA 93304
Offering quality cello, guitar, piano, viola, violin & more for students in Bakersfield and surrounding areas.
25: Experienced music students who pass musical tests with distinction may reduce theory class payment to once a month.
Tests maybe taken after a minimum of 3 months of lessons. PRICING for such students are based on average 3 Private Lessons & only 1 Group Theory class per month.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #1 —$168/month: for three (3) 25-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #2 —$246.75/month: for three (3) 40-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
DISTINCTION STUDENTS Package #3 — $309.75/month: for three (3) 55-minute weekly private lessons and one (1) 40-minute group theory class.
Registration fee $15.75 for new students and returning students.
Private lessons will average three per month.
Group theory classes will be scheduled 2-3 times a week and most students will want to attend once a week.
26: Twin lessons=2 students who share private lessons of the same instrument and at a similar level.
Shared Twin Lessons Rate:
A. 40-min twin lesson is $47.00 per lesson per student.
B. 60-min twin lesson is $70.00 per lesson per student.
27: Practice & Theory Homework incentives
# Progress results from practicing 30-60 minutes every day and earns practice award/gift.
#New for August, 2024–SproutBeat (3000 internet games/worksheets); rewards are given for every 1,000 points.
# CERTIFICATE OF DISTINCTION TEST REWARDS: wristband awards, certificate & Practice Buddies-stuffed creatures.
#Wristband levels: 1. APPRENTICE: 2. MUSICIAN; 3. CHAMPION; 4. SUPERSTAR; 5. BACH; 6. BEETHOVEN; 7. BRAHMS; 8. BARTOK;
Head Teacher: Dr. Andy Ng—661-573-8184
Email: andyng4@icloud.com
Assistant Teacher & Administrative Advisor: Mrs. Billie Mayer—661-599-3775
Email: BillieMayer@icloud.com
Finance Assistant: Mrs. Janet Ng—661-477-2776
Email: janethngrd@yahoo.com
Website: DrAndyNgML.mymusicstaff.com
YouTube Channel: Dr Andy Ng
https://youtube.com/@DrAndyNgMusicLessons
Suggested Books:
- Violin/Viola: Suzuki Violin/Viola Method, Volume 1, Solos for Young Violinists/Violists Volume 1, Fingerboard Geography for Violin/Viola.
- Piano: Suzuki Piano Method Vol 1–3; Reading Keyboard Music Vol 1-3; Keys to Music-Making, By Faina B; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
- Cello: Suzuki Cello method vol 1; solos for young cellists Vol. 1; Fingerboard Geography for String class.
- Theory: Manuscript book; Foundation Theory for piano level 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1-6.
- Guitar: Suzuki Guitar Method, Volume 1; Remember Your Creator, By Roxana Tang, Bk 1.
- Ukelele: Alfred’s Kid’s Ukulele Course Bk. 1.
I, _________________________________(printed name of parent or adult student), agree to the above 2024 policies.
Signature:______________________
Date:__________________
Dear Parents/Adult Student,
Please print, sign and return a copy of the 2024 music policy and return ASAP to begin your lessons or be put on a waiting list, subject to teacher availability.
Sincerely yours,
Dr Andy Ng
