Academy of Music would like to thank all the families that come (whether in person or online) to the studio for lessons. Because of the high volume of students and equally high retention rate, there is often a wait time required to get a spot in the studio. In addition, the following policies are in place to help things run smoothly.
1. Lessons will be paid for in advance of each month in one of the following ways: postdated cheques, cash, or e-transfer. Cheques are made payable to Lee Watson, e-transfers can be sent to leelwatson29@gmail.com. Summer lessons are due in one payment at the beginning of July. Late payments over 7 days will be charged a $25 late fee.
2. There is one $25 studio charge per student (to a max of 2 students per family) charged on the first bill in September. This fee covers equipment repairs and replacement, supplies & materials, preparation time, administration costs, continuing education, etc.
3. Lessons are a yearlong commitment (September through June) however in the event of an unexpected change mid-year, 30 days’ notice must be given prior to termination of lessons, alternatively the month is to be paid in full.
4. All piano students must have a proper, 88 key, touch sensitive instrument at home to practice on. Regular, weekly practice is expected from all students. Lessons are a big commitment and practice is part of that!
5. All lessons are private; please do not drop off students early or pick them up late as they will need to wait outside on the porch to maintain the privacy for the previous/following student.
6. Only one student is allowed in the teaching studio at a time, please do not drop off multiple children at once as this is distracting for both me and the student. Caregivers of young students are welcomed and encouraged to stay in the studio for the duration of the lesson as this helps you assist in weekly practice.
7. Cancelled lessons. There are no make-up lessons for cancelled lessons for sickness or otherwise. If a student is sick, they are to notify the teacher and the lesson will move online, they are not to attend an in-person lesson while unwell. Alternatively, a private YouTube link will be sent with a personalized lesson for that student to work with during the week. If you know in advance you’ll be away and provide me with a minimum of 3 days’ notice I will attempt to switch you with another student, if this is not available then a video lesson can be provided in place of the missed lesson.
8. In the event of the teacher’s absence, adjustment will be made.
9. Time lost because of a student’s lateness cannot be made up.
Academy Of Music will also host two recitals this year for our own students on Sunday December 14th 2025 (University of Windsor, SOCA Building) and Saturday June 20th 2026 (University of Windsor, SOCA Building).