Frequetly Asked Questions About Our Lesson Program
1.
What age does my child need to be
to take lessons?
The
average age to start a child is six.
The
main criteria are that the child know his/her alphabet and can
sit still for 20 minutes.
2. Should I
bring my own instrument to lessons?
Yes. You must
have an instrument that you are comfortable with.
You should
bring your Instrument to your lesson each week.
(Amps are
provided for electric instruments)
The only
exception is with the drums, you need to bring only drumsticks.
3.
Where are the lessons held?
The
lessons are held in studios located in the rear of Tillman
Music.
There
are daily news papers and current magazines for parents that
wish
to sit
outside the studios and observe.
4. How
long will I need to take lessons?
The period
of time that a student is enrolled in the program varies.
The
more a person wishes to learn the longer they will take lessons.
The
basic fundamentals can take about three months to learn on
average,
however; music is a science that can be studied for a lifetime.
5. Will
I need to purchase any additional materials?
Most
teachers require a book for their students to use.
In
addition there may be other accessories the student will want in
order
to
progress within his/her studies.
(Example: capo, tuner, strap, song books, videos)
6.
Do the
teachers teach you to read music?
Yes. You will learn to read music and some music theory.
Remember music is a language, just like English,
except the musical alphabet goes only from A to G.
7.
Can I watch my child take his/her lesson?
Yes. There is a waiting area just outside each studio for
parents to watch,
is stocked with daily newspapers and current magazines.
Please feel free to watch you child expand their horizons
through music.
8. If
my schedule changes;
How difficult will it be to change my
lesson time?
Students that are already in the program will have first choice
at new times as they
become
available. If your schedule changes let your instructor know and
they will
give
you top priority in moving, if an alternative time is available.
9.
Do you have any other activities
for students,
such as recitals?
Yes. We try to offer our students the opportunity to “show off”
as often as possible,
and at the same time give them the experience of playing
in public and with other people.
We have put students in local parades, had "jam Nights",
recitals, and many other events.
10. I already know a little
about my instrument,
do I have to start at the beginning?
No. Every instructor evaluates each student to determine there
level of understanding,
and then tailors each students plan of study.
The most important part of taking lessons is learning to play.
Our instructors want you to have a good foundation to build on;
however, they do not want to waste your time or theirs.
11.
I’m not sure if the instrument I already own is good
enough,
how will I know?
We will be more that happy to inspect your instrument
to see if
it is suitable for instruction.
(For your convenience, please do this before your lessons are
scheduled.)
12. My child is
home schooled, do you offer morning times?
Yes. Lesson times are not regulated by store hours.
Some instructors are available early mornings and some late at
night.
We will try to accommodate your schedule as much a possible.
13. How will I
know my child is progressing?
Our instructors are always willing to talk to parents about
their children.
Please feel free to ask your child’s instructor anything about
their progress,
and know that the instructor is willing to give you periodic
updates.
14. May I
take more than 30 minutes per week?
Yes, you may take more than 30 minutes a week,
but it does require scheduling more than one lesson.
15. How
much notice do I need to give before I quit lessons?
We need
to know by the last day of the current month you are in.
We have
several ways to do this;
you can
tell your instructor, tell someone at the front desk, email us @
tillmanmusic@comporium.net ,
or you
can call and leave a message on our answering machine.
As soon as we know we can
schedule another student from the waiting list.