Acceptance

No two students or families approach the idea of violin or viola lessons in the same way or with the same expectations. It is hard for parents of particularly young children to know if their child's interest is a passing phase or a more lasting desire. Some parents of slightly older children may not always have the time to devote significant amounts of attention to their student's practicing at home.

Even older students may experience demands upon their time and attention from multiple sources, making it hard to reach significant advancements on their instrument without sacrificing somewhere else. For these reasons and others, every student and family should consider the type of studio which will best serve their needs.

This studio is most suitable for serious students and families who are willing and able to make the study of the violin or viola a priority in their schedule, regardless of age. In order to ensure the studio's ability to maintain high standards and serious commitments, acceptance into the studio is competitive.

Available slots in the studio are rare and occur most often when families move out of the area or students graduate. Openings become available most frequently over the summer for the following school year, and are announced on the web site. Slots will remain open until a mutually desirable fit between student and teacher has been found.

Full acceptance into the studio is based on four criteria:
     1.) Initial Interview
     2.) Audition (if the student has already begun his
          or her studies elsewhere)
     3.) Completion of an observation period before
          lessons comence (this entails observing 4
          private lessons and 2 group classes)
     4.) 3 month trial period (upon completion, the
          student may then be offered a spot in
          the studio)

Note: Acceptance is not heavily based upon a student's level of advancement or demonstrated ability. Important factors include level of commitment, ability to take instruction, and family involvement. Preference may be given to younger students and students who are beginning their instruction for the first time.

As a last note about acceptance, it is worthwhile for families to understand that flexibility is another important factor to keep in mind when looking for placement in this studio. Due to Jennifer's performance schedule, it may become necessary to reschedule lessons around rehearsals and performances. While these circumstances occur somewhat infrequently, families who have limited flexibility may find it difficult to work around these conflicts.

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