General Policies & Fees
General Policies & Fees
Consultation
We offer a complimentary phone call for prospective students to discuss goals, evaluate skill level, and identify the best learning approach. Next, students take one paid trial lesson at the regular rate to ensure the fit is right for both sides. Students who continue will be invoiced for the remaining lessons that month, then billed monthly going forward.
Required Forms
Students (and parents, if applicable) must sign the Studio Policy Agreement to finalize enrollment.
Tuition
1 hour: $100
45 minutes: $80
30 minutes: $60
Rates may increase at the start of each new year, with 30 days’ notice.
Payments
Tuition is invoiced monthly and due on or before the 1st of each month. We accept Zelle and Venmo.
Late fees: $10 if payment is not received by the due date, increasing to $20 if still unpaid after one week.
Nonpayment: If payment has not been received within two weeks of the due date, lessons will be suspended until the account is paid in full.
Policies & Regulations
Media Release
Photos and videos may be used in Pasadena Music Institute’s marketing materials. Families may opt out on the Studio Policy Agreement.
Punctuality
Lessons end at the scheduled time, even if a student arrives late. Instructors are not obligated to wait more than 15 minutes, after which the lesson may be forfeited.
Cancellations & Make-Ups
24+ hours’ notice: Eligible for a make-up, up to 2 per semester (January–June, July–December).
Illness: Switch to an online lesson, or receive a make-up if notified before the lesson starts (1 per semester).
Emergencies: A make-up is offered.
All other cancellations within 24 hours, and no-shows: Forfeited and charged in full.
See the Studio Policy Agreement for full details.
Extended Absences
If a student misses three consecutive weeks, the same lesson time cannot be guaranteed upon their return.
Discontinuing Lessons
Please give 30 days’ notice to stop lessons. Lessons during the notice period are billed as usual.