Judy Henry

Welcome and thank you for choosing my studio. I look forward to a musical and productive year with you.

September fees are due and payable on the first lesson taken in September. From October 1st, fees are payable in advance for the rest of the year by means of post-dated cheques, made payable to "Judy Henry". Cheques must be deposited with me by October 1st. Please contact me for rates, a rate sheet and studio schedule.
Make-up lessons will be arranged ONLY for lessons cancelled by me OR for a maximum of two lessons per year cancelled by the student upon 24 hours notice. There is no refund for missed lessons and missed make-up lessons are forfeited and will not be rescheduled.
In the event of student withdrawal, 14 days notice must be given whether or not the student attends these two weeks of lessons. There will be no refund of fees for this period of notice. Non-attendance at lessons does not constitute a withdrawal.
Materials for teaching are chosen at my discretion to match the level of the student's development and should be supplied by the student or parent after consultation with me. Please know that I am happy to assist students with the purchase of a new flute or folk harp (piano purchases are best left to the expertise of a piano technician).
Recommended materials for home practice.
1. quiet area with proper lighting (please, NO TELEVISION)
2. music stand (for flutists and harpists)
3. metronome
4. piano students - if the student is using an electronic keyboard, it needs to be on a proper stand with adjustable height, with a proper stool or bench, so as to duplicate sitting at a conventional piano. A small box should be put under the feet of young children to prevent dangling feet.
A minimum of five weekly practice sessions (on the weekly lesson material) is expected and essential to proper progress. I do not expect perfection in my studio nor do I expect my students to aspire to become music majors or professional musicians. However, I do expect that students will approach their instrument with enthusiasm, curiosity and a positive attitude. While I understand that everyone experiences a lapse in practicing occasionally due to illness, travel or family circumstances, repeated failure to practice may result in my asking students to terminate lessons. Adult students may determine their own level of practice and commitment.
Please be punctual. Because of my schedule, it is usually not possible for me to make up lost time due to tardiness.
The student is encouraged to participate in all performance classes and recitals during the course of the year.