School of Music

List of 11 frequently asked questions.

• How long is a term?

  Each term (Fall and Spring) is 16 weeks including breaks and holidays. Students are assigned a weekly day and time for lessons. Please refer to the Lesson Calendar for specific lesson dates, holidays and designated make-up days. The School of Music makes an effort to accommodate both private and public school vacation schedules, however, it is important that you refer to the Lesson Calendar as there may be differences. Summer lessons are also available and are flexibly scheduled June through August.

• How much is tuition?

  $720 for 30-minute lessons
  $995 for 45-minute lessons
  $1,200 for 60-minute lessons
  
  We offer a 10% discount to family members after the first full registration. All fully registered students receive a 10% discount to all chamber music and ensemble groups. There is a non-refundable annual registration fee of $35 per student or $50 for family. There is no registration fee for summer study.

• Do you pro-rate registration?

  Yes, we accept new registrations at any point in the term and will pro-rate tuition through the end of the 16-week term.

• Do I have to commit to an entire term?

  Yes, students must register for an entire term. Instructor studio spaces are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Once enrolled, families will have an exclusive period in January and June to pre-register for the following term. The means that returning students have first choice to retain or change a lesson day and time (dependent on instructor availability).

   

• Where do lessons take place?

  All lessons take place at the Dana Hall School of Music at 103 Grove St. in Wellesley. We do not offer in-home lessons as we believe they ultimately do not benefit the student. Music lessons take focus, a dedicated space and a community of support from family to teach to other like-minded music students. Providing a warm, nurturing environment dedicated to making music is one of the many benefits of belonging to the Dana Hall School of Music.

• What is the make-up policy?

  Instructors are required to make up their own absences only. There is a make-up week at the end of each term to help with scheduling. In addition, mid-term make-up lessons may also be scheduled. Instructors are not obligated to make up student absences, however, with at least 48 hours notice, most instructors will make a good faith effort to accommodate a missed lesson.

   

• What is your lesson satisfaction/refund policy?

  We think very highly of our instructors. Still, we know that sometimes a change may be necessary. We are always willing to match students with a different teacher if needed and will work closely with families to build a strong student-teacher relationship. Additionally, students may withdraw from lessons within three weeks of enrollment and receive a full refund for the unredeemed lessons. If a student chooses to change teachers, an additional three weeks will be granted under the same terms with the new teacher. No refunds are issued for students withdrawing later than three weeks after the start of lessons.

   

• How are lessons affected by inclement weather?

  Closures for inclement weather will be in accordance with public and private school closures. A message will be left on the School of Music's main line at (781) 237-6542 when a closure is necessary. Additionally, students will be sent an email. Instructors will use the make-up week if one or more lessons are missed for a weather closure.

• Are there recitals?

  We host two students recitals per month. Recitals take place in Beveridge Hall located at 45 Dana Rd. on the Dana Hall campus across the street from the School of Music. Participation is optional but we encourage all students to take part. Recitals showcase students of different ages, skill levels, musical genres and instruments/voice. It's a chance to share progress, gain performance experience in a nurturing environment and hopefully come away inspired and encouraged. Additionally, many instructors will host a studio recital during the year specifically for their students. Studio recitals take place in School of Music.

• Is there a chance to provide feedback?

  Although we do not provide formal, written evaluations, instructors welcome and encourage an ongoing dialogue with parents to discuss student progress. It is important for parents to occasionally touch base with an instructor to ask questions, share lesson feedback and talk about progress. Additionally, the music office welcomes your phone calls and emails at any time throughout the term when you have comments, suggestions, praise or concerns.

• Where is the School of Music located?

  Dana Hall School of Music
  103 Grove Street
  Wellesley, MA 02482
  music@danahall.org
  (781) 237-6542