Kayla Smith
Purpose of Private Lessons
To learn, practice, and apply musical skills outside of the classroom with a professional bassoonist. By working individually with students, private teachers tailor lessons to specific learning styles, as well as address peculiarities unique to bassoon. Lessons are beneficial and encouraged for all levels of musicianship.
Lesson Rates
Students are required to participate in weekly lessons. Students will have the ability to choose between 30-, 45-, and 60-minute lessons based upon their ability and availability. Students can also purchase reeds from me at an additional rate.
30-minutes: $20
60-minutes: $25
Payment is due at the beginning of lessons. You can pay by cash, Venmo, or PayPal.
Attendance and Absent Policies
Attendance to lessons is required.
Parents or students must give 24-hour notice of lesson cancellation. If given 24-hour notice or an emergency or illness, lessons can be made up or credited to the student’s account. If less than 24-hour or no notice is given, the lesson will not be made up or credited.
In addition, I will provide you with a 24-hour notice if a lesson is to be cancelled. These lessons will be rescheduled or credited.
Expectations and Materials
Students are expected to maintain a regular practice schedule and prepare for each lesson.
At each lesson, students are required to bring their instrument, reeds in working condition, a bassoon notebook, and assigned etudes and/or solo repertoire.
Prior to lessons, students should view the materials list and purchase what is necessary. Students can either purchase reeds from myself or order from a reputable reed maker.