Myrna Setiawan Piano Studio
Piano Lessons Policy
Calendar Year Schedule
The studio follows a four-term yearly calendar designed to support consistent progress, maintain learning momentum, and encourage steady musical development throughout the year.
PROJECTED QUARTERLY SCHEDULE FOR 2026 (Click on the link below):
Please note that lesson dates and studio events may occasionally be adjusted. Families should refer to the studio calendar for holidays, performance, events, and planned studio closures.
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Tuition & Enrollment
The studio offers 49 lessons during the 2026 calendar year.
During the summer term, students who will be away for extended vacations may receive tuition credit for up to four pre-arranged absences, provided sufficient advance notice is given. Absences beyond the first four may be eligible for makeup lessons based on the teacher's availability and schedule.
Enrollment calendar year includes:
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Weekly private instruction required
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Studio classes and dress rehearsals
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Participation in the annual award studio recital
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Annual written progress report
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Access to studio resources for yearly exams, competitions and performance opportunities
Whenever possible, students are encouraged to attend all 10 summer lessons, as consistent instruction and practice help maintain progress and support long-term musical development.
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Payment Information
Quarterly Invoices will be sent out before each term begins
Tuition must be paid:
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In full at the beginning of each term
Payments are due:
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1/1/2026 (Winter) | 4/1/2026 (Spring) | 7/1/2026 (Summer) | 9/1/2026 (Fall)
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Grace period is until the 9th day after the due date
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Late fee of $25.00 will be automatically applied on 10th day of the month.
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Returned or bounced checks are subject to a $25.00 fee in addition to any applicable late fees. Late fees will be waived provided that payment is received in full within the same week the original payment is due.
Accepted forms of payment:
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Zelle
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Venmo
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Paypal
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Personal Check/Cash
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Attendance & Makeup Lessons
Each student is eligible for the following complimentary makeup lessons with at least 48 hours advance notice:
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Fall, Winter, and Spring Terms: Up to 2 makeup lessons per calendar year
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Summer Term: Up to 2 makeup lessons
Additional makeup lessons may be offered based on teacher availability and open lesson times. A $25 rescheduling fee will apply to each makeup lesson beyond the complimentary allotment.
When in-person lessons are not possible, Zoom lessons may be arranged as an alternative to avoid the need for makeup scheduling or rescheduling fees.
Whenever possible, makeup lessons will be arranged within the same week as the missed lesson, preferably by exchanging lesson times with another student. Because these schedule swaps allow both students to receive their regular lesson without requiring an additional makeup slot, they will not count toward the student's complimentary makeup lesson allowance.
Please note that lesson exchanges cannot be guaranteed and depend entirely on another student being both willing and available to switch lesson times. Providing as much advance notice as possible (more than 48-hours/weeks ahead) greatly increases the likelihood of finding a suitable arrangement.
Please note:
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Makeup lessons are not guaranteed and are subject to schedule availability.
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No makeup lessons will be provided for missed lessons due to late notices (less than 48 hours), no-shows, or forgotten appointments.
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Early communication is greatly appreciated and provides the best opportunity to arrange a makeup lesson.
Summer Vacation Absences
Students who will be away for extended summer vacations may receive tuition credit for up to four pre-arranged absences during the summer term, provided sufficient advance notice is given.
Absences beyond the first four may be eligible for makeup lessons based on teacher availability. Students are encouraged to attend the full summer session whenever possible, as consistent study helps maintain progress and supports long-term musical development.
Teacher Absences
If the instructor must miss a lesson, one of the following arrangements will be made:
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A makeup lesson
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A pre-arranged makeup lesson scheduled before the absence occurs (either as an additional lesson or by extending lesson time)
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Tuition credit, if neither of the above options can be done
The studio is committed to ensuring that all lessons missed due to instructor absences are fully made up or credited.
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Withdrawal Policy
Enrollment reserves a dedicated lesson time for each student for the entire quarter. Therefore, lessons are scheduled and tuition is billed on a quarterly basis.
If a student chooses to discontinue lessons during a quarter, tuition is non-refundable and prorated refunds will not be issued.
Students & families wishing to withdraw from the studio must provide written notice by email at least 30 days before the end of the current quarter. This notice allows the studio adequate time to adjust scheduling and offer the lesson time to another student.
Tuition remains due in full through the student's final lesson date, including any additional lessons, coaching, rehearsals, or other services provided during the quarter.
Students may continue attending lessons during the notice period. However, once notice of withdrawal has been given, any unused lessons, makeup lessons, or tuition credits remaining after the student's final lesson date will be forfeited and may not be redeemed, transferred, credited, or refunded.
Students who wish to continue lessons beyond the current quarter are automatically re-enrolled unless written notice of withdrawal is received by the deadline.
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Practice Expectations
Meaningful progress comes from consistent and focused practice. Students are expected to establish a regular practice routine and approach their work thoughtfully between lessons.
The following practice times are recommended as minimum daily guidelines:
Level OMTA Syllabus Exam Level Recommended Daily Practice
Early/mid Beginners N/A 30–45 minutes
Late Beginners Level 1 - 2 45–60 minutes
Early Intermediate Level 3 60 minutes
Mid Intermediate Level 4 - 5 60 - 75 minutes
Upper Intermediate Level 6 75 - 90 minutes
Early Advanced Levels 7 - 8 90 - 120 minutes
Upper Advanced Level 9-10 120+ minutes
Students should strive to practice at least six days per week in addition to attending their weekly lesson. If practicing six days per week is not possible due to scheduling conflicts or other commitments, students should make every effort to compensate by scheduling longer and more focused practice sessions on the remaining days.
These practice recommendations are intended as general guidelines. Some students, particularly those preparing for examinations, competitions, festivals, auditions, scholarships, or advanced repertoire, may need additional practice time to meet their goals.
The objective is not simply to accumulate minutes at the piano or meet a minimum time requirement. Effective practice involves concentration, problem-solving, goal setting, and careful attention to detail. Developing strong practice habits is essential for building technique, musicianship, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation of music.
Students are expected to demonstrate some degree of progress on each assigned piece from week to week, even if the improvement is gradual. Consistent effort and thoughtful practice between lessons are essential for steady musical growth. Repeatedly making the same mistakes over multiple weeks may indicate a lack of focused attention during practice sessions. Students are encouraged to identify and correct problem areas rather than simply playing through their pieces, as careful and deliberate practice leads to more effective progress and a more rewarding learning experience.
To encourage accountability and productive practice habits, some students may be asked to maintain a daily practice journal or practice log documenting practice time, assignments, goals, and progress achieved between lessons.
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