General

  1. Students must be regular in attending classes, observe punctuality, and spend time on practice and preparation.
  2. Discipline & proper dress code should be observed at all times. Mobile phones must be kept in silent mode on the premises of the Studio and during online classes. Foul and abusive language is prohibited.
  3. The August Piano Studio will close for two weeks in December & two weeks mid–year with prior information.
  4. If the student misses a scheduled session, the classes will not be compensated for (Exceptions will be made for chronic illnesses and dire circumstances on an individual basis). Any classes cancelled due to unavailability of the teacher will be compensated.
  5. The student will have 4/8 classes per month, scheduled in advance as per the convenience of the student and the teacher. (Also applicable for 5 week months)

Performances & Examinations

  1. Events organized by the August Piano Studio such as workshops and the Annual Student Concert are part of the total musical development of the student. Therefore, participation in the annual concert and at least one workshop per year is mandatory.
  2. Students will be encouraged to perform at any opportunities presented to them outside the studio. However, please inform the teacher in advance to ensure high standards are maintained. Credit given to the studio, when performing elsewhere will be appreciated.
  3. Every student will undergo an annual assessment of progress.
  4. Students will be encouraged to prepare and appear for examinations of the Royal School of Music or the Trinity College of Music, London.

Payment

  1. The tuition fee must be paid in full, before the 10th of every month. (Applicable for all 12 months)
  2. In January of every year, an Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) of Rs.1,000/- is payable to the August Piano Studio. This goes towards the maintenance of instruments, purchase of music books and other resources for the benefit of the students. (Applicable when studio opens for in person classes)
  3. Non-payment of the monthly tuition fee or absence for one month without prior intimation will result in the student’s name being taken off the Roll.

The August Piano Studio reserves the right to ask any student lacking in discipline, commitment & co-operation, in the Studio’s activities & aims, to withdraw from the Studio.