FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My rate is $30 for half hour sessions, $40 for 45 min sessions, and $50 for hour sessions. Travel expenses may apply.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always get to know my students before their first lesson by having a 20 minute phone conversation. I do not charge them for this time spent. I find this conversation really helps make new students feel comfortable going into their first lesson. It also helps me get an idea of where they are in their musical journey and what their goals are going to be. During this phone conversation I'll ask questions about things like: - Specific musical interests - Prior musical experience - Potential learning style - Creative vision - Scheduling
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I hold a Bachelor of Arts from San Fransisco State University in Music, have been playing for 13 years, teaching for 8, and currently gig as a professional musician. These formal studies combined with "real world" experiences continue to shape my multi-faceted understanding of modern music.