STUDIO POLICIES

New Students

Every new student is required to take a free, 30-minute trial lesson prior to scheduling weekly lessons with Dr. Liao. The trial lesson will serve as an opportunity for Dr. Liao to assess the student’s skill level and assemble a teaching plan based on the student’s needs.

Preparation for Lessons

Students should plan to arrive a few minutes before their scheduled lesson time. Lesson times will not be extended for students who arrive late. Students should bring their instrument, shoulder rest, and all assigned books and sheet music to each lesson.

Students are expected to practice on their own as much as they can between weekly lessons. Dr. Liao will write assignments, instructions, and comments on each student’s practice log to inform their individual practice between lessons.

Parental Involvement for Students Under the Age of 13

Parents of students under the age of 13 are encouraged to accompany them for their lessons.

Instrument , Equipment, and Accessories

It is mandatory for students to have their own instruments, lesson/theory books, and music stands for practicing at home. Additional accessories such as shoulder rest, tuner/metronome, pinky holder, etc. might be needed, as well. Instruments and accessories are not included in tuition.

JHL MUSIC STUDIO does not provide instrument sale and rental services. However, Dr. Liao can provide recommendations for students and parents of students intending to purchase or rent instruments.

Note: Young students may need smaller-sized instruments to play and practice comfortably and effectively. Parents of young students are welcome to discuss with Dr. Liao before purchasing/renting instruments.

Lesson Cancellation/Rescheduling

Teacher Cancellation

If Dr. Liao cancels a lesson for any reason, a make-up lesson will be scheduled or a lesson credit will be given. 

Student Cancellation 

With advance notice, make-up lessons can be arranged for the following reasons: student illness or family emergency. For illness, please call as early in the day as possible. Requests for make-up lessons for personal reasons should be avoided or prearranged as soon as possible to make the best possible use of rescheduled lesson time. For non-illness reasons, it is possible to schedule make-up lessons but with no guarantee. 

No-shows do not qualify for a make-up lesson. Make-ups for previously rescheduled lessons will not be given, even with prior notice.

No-shows and cancellations without sufficiently advanced notice will not be given make-up lessons or lesson credits.

Payment of Tuition

Students (or their parents) are encouraged to arrange payment terms that are convenient for them with Dr. Liao. Tuition can be paid on a monthly basis or otherwise as the students’ circumstances require.