You have questions? We have answers!
🎵 General Studio Info
💰 Tuition & Billing
👪 Parent Involvement & Communication
🎉 Events & Extras
✨ Special Programs
- What age do students start private lessons at MSS?
Most students begin around age 5 or 6, but we assess readiness during a consultation call.
- What instruments do you teach?
MSS offers piano, guitar, voice, violin, and early childhood music programs. - Do I need to own a piano or instrument to start lessons?
Yes, having an instrument at home is essential for practice. We’re happy to help guide your purchase. - What’s the difference between Studio Kids, Piano Express®, and Private Lessons?
Studio Kids is for ages 6-13 in small group classes with a focus on keyboard ensemble. Piano Express® is a modern, tech-supported group piano class for ages 6–10. Private Lessons are 1:1 instruction.
- How do trial lessons work?
After a consultation call, we schedule a trial lesson. No materials are required. If it’s a good fit, we proceed with registration!
- Can I reschedule or make up a missed lesson?
We do not offer make-ups for student cancellations. However, you may attend a SUB (Saturday Unique Bonus) class as a makeup option. - What if my teacher cancels?
Teacher-missed lessons will be made up at the teacher's earliest convenience. - What happens if my child is sick?
Please stay home and notify us as soon as possible. You may request a virtual lesson or attend a SUB class. - Do you teach during school breaks?
MSS follows a school-year calendar. Some breaks are built in; others are optional. Summer lessons are more flexible.
💰 Tuition & Billing
- How is tuition calculated?
Tuition is billed monthly based on the number of yearly weekly lessons/classes in your chosen program. - What does the registration fee cover?
The fee includes a student bag, binder, and method books. - How do I manage my payment method?
Log into our online portal to update your billing info, view invoices, or register for classes. - Are there discounts for siblings or multiple classes?
Family discounts are given to the 3rd and 4th instrument in the family. Each student receives full access to their teacher and individualized attention.
👪 Parent Involvement & Communication
- Do parents attend lessons?
Parents are welcome to sit in occasionally but are not required to attend weekly. - How will I know how my child is progressing?
Teachers update weekly assignment sheets. Formal evaluations happen twice a year. - How do you communicate important updates?
We use email, and weekly & monthly newsletters. Check your inbox regularly!
🎉 Events & Extras
- What is the 40 Piece Challenge?
A motivational program to learn 40 pieces/pages of music during the school year. Awards are given in spring and summer. - What is Music Ball?
A team-based fall semester challenge focused on musicianship, effort, and consistency. - What is the Honor Roll?
A spring semester point-based system tracking practice, theory, and engagement. - How does my child earn Music Bucks?
Music Bucks are awarded for practice, events, learning pieces, and good attitude. They can be spent during Prize Weeks. - Do you host birthday parties?
Yes! We offer MSS-hosted or on-location birthday parties with music classes for kids. Details are on our Birthday Party page.
✨ Special Programs
- What is Music Together®?
A parent/child early childhood class for ages 0–5 that nurtures musical development through movement and singing.
- What is Merry Musicians?
A transition class for ages 4–5 to build confidence and prep for instrument lessons.
