Frequently Asked Questions

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We recommend starting music lessons for children at the age of 5 years old and older. This is because, at this age, children typically have developed the fine motor skills and attention span needed to benefit from structured music education. However, we do have some students as young as 4 years old who show an early interest and aptitude for music. If you have a younger child, we encourage you to contact us to discuss their readiness and potential for starting lessons. Our professional instructors are experienced in tailoring lessons to meet the needs of each student, ensuring a positive and productive learning experience.

We offer piano lessons in various neighborhoods in the DC area. We also offer piano lessons in Montgomery County, Maryland. Please email us at inquiry@chansonmusic.com (mailto:inquiry@chansonmusic.com)to ask about your area.

Students will have 45 minute or one hour lessons weekly. 30 minute lessons are only available to families with multiple children taking lessons back to back with the same teacher.

Lesson fee depends on the length of the lesson. Please email us for details.

Teachers are assigned to each student based on loaction, instrument, availability, age and experience. You will be able to learn more about your teacher after submitting our New Student Form.(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5hHl0GvqTEvWe2JNs3_PjXmP6-oWcB3oYyp4K6B116qUFfA/viewform)

Yes, we offer a “meet and greet” with your assigned teacher. This gives the teacher an opportunity to meet the student, meet the family, and discuss books to be used.

Please contact your teacher as soon as possible. If the teacher is notified within 24 hours of the scheduled lesson, a make up lesson will be given before the semester ends. Teachers will not be required to give a make up lesson if the lesson is cancelled on the day of, and no refund will be issued. If you forgot to notify the teacher of a cancellation until after the teacher has already arrived at your home, there will be a $15 penalty fee to compensate the teacher.

Teachers will schedule a make up lesson before the semester ends. If a make up cannot be scheduled, refund will be issued at the end of the semester.

There are three payment plans (monthly, quarterly and one-time payment) that depend of the type of enrollment. All payments are due prior to the lessons. We offer family package to families with multiple students taking lessons with the same teacher. Email us for details. ​

Tuition not only covers the time spent with students, but also time spent commuting, preparing lessons, and organizing recitals.

Summer lessons start mid-June to the end of August. For learning purposes, we recommend continuing lessons throughout the summer. We understand both teachers and students will have travel plans. We offer a lesson package for the summer. These lessons may be scheduled anytime during the summer session based on the schedule of the student and the teacher. Summer lessons must be completed before September or they will be forfeited. ​

Payment will not be made directly to teachers. We have an online platform for payments.

A notebook for assignments Method books assigned by the teacher An acoustic piano is recommended for piano students. If you have an electric keyboard or piano, please make sure it has 88 keys (a full keyboard), has a working pedal and has weighted keys. ​

Yes, students will be invited to perform at the winter recital and the spring recital. We encourage to participate in the recital, however, participation of the student is at parent's discretion.

Prior notice is required for lesson termination. Early termination may be subject to a fine. For more information, please email us.