Private Lessons

TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

Jesse has over two decades of experience and resources to offer students of all ages- from beginner to advanced levels. His approach to teaching caters to a student’s personal goals and interests, according to their particular learning style. Jesse recommends a balance of learning technique, music reading, music theory, songs in various styles, and improvisation. However, he will never force students to learn something that does not fit their goals and interests. Jesse always does his best to go the extra mile in order to support a student. This may mean helping a student choose a new instrument at the music store or attending a performance of a student’s newly formed band. If this sounds like the kind of learning experience you want to have then contact Jesse today and get started.

TUITION & PAYMENT POLICY

Tuition is based on a flat monthly fee rather than per lesson. Payment is due in full bythe first lesson of each month. You will receive a monthly email invoice. You can pay directly from that invoice electronically, or pay with cash or check in person (payable toJesse Andreasen). Lesson rates are as follows:

One 30-minute lesson per week: $100 per month
One 60-minute lesson per week: $185 per month

*Should a student choose to withdraw from lessons for any reason, a minimum of one month’s notice must be given. Withdrawal without one month’s notice may result in a charge for next month’s tuition.

GOOGLE CLASSROOM, PREPAREDNESS & PUNCTUALITY

Practice is essential to a student’s progress. The amount of time a student should practice is relative to their age, skill level and musical goals. Ideally students should practice daily. At a minimum, students should be practicing at least 3-4 days a week, for 30 minutes or more. Each student will have a personal Google Classroom page setup for them. This is the main method of posting assignments and providing documents, audio files, etc. for students to practice with. It is also important that students stay organized and have a folder/binder dedicated to keeping all hand outs and assignment sheets.

Students should always bring their instrument, binder and books to lessons. Failure to do so can limit what can be accomplished during the lesson time. It is important that students are on time. Arriving late will take away from your time, not the next student’s. Students are encouraged to arrive early and tune in the waiting room before their lesson begins.

CANCELLATIONS BY STUDENTS

Please give as much notice as possible anytime a lesson will be missed. Excused absencesare limited to illness or family emergencies. These are eligible for a make-up lesson based on teacher’s availability. Unexcused absences such as a last minute trip to the beach, too much homework, or no-shows are not eligible for a makeup. All other scenarios such as a family vacation or a sports schedule conflict will be considered for a make-up lesson at the teacher’s discretion.

*No cancelation is eligible for a credit or refund.
**Irregular attendance may result in the loss of a student’s time slot.

CANCELLATIONS BY TEACHER

In the event that the instructor needs to cancel a lesson, a make-up lesson will be scheduled. If a make-up lesson is not possible, students will receive a credit towards the next month’s tuition. This policy does not apply to scheduled holidays/vacation weeks (see below).

WEATHER

In the event of inclement weather, students will be notified if lessons are cancelled. Please do not rely upon school cancellations. Students will be encouraged to shift to an online lesson via Zoom for that week rather than cancelling (unless power or internet is out). Weather-related cancellations by student or teacher are not eligible for a credit or refund. Make-up lessons can be requested but cannot be guaranteed due to demand and limited availability.