Why Choose Swayze Piano Studio?
Quality Instruction
As the holder of three advanced degrees in piano performance, I can offer you or your child access to traditions and insights on piano playing passed down to me from world-class artists, drawing from a line of teaching that extends back to Liszt and Beethoven.
I've taught all ages and welcome adults and children alike. Subscribe and scroll through my Facebook page for videos of past student performances.
As the holder of three advanced degrees in piano performance, I can offer you or your child access to traditions and insights on piano playing passed down to me from world-class artists, drawing from a line of teaching that extends back to Liszt and Beethoven.
I've taught all ages and welcome adults and children alike. Subscribe and scroll through my Facebook page for videos of past student performances.
AP Music Exam Prep
In my work as a Professor at Concordia University Texas, I've taught music theory and aural skills at a university level and bring that experience to private tutoring. Recent students of mine, such as this one, have passed AP music examinations and received merit scholarships in music to universities across the United States.
Audition Prep
As a graduate of one of the most competitive university music programs in the country, I know what it takes to select the right repertoire and to train your body, mind, and spirit to stand out from a crowd of other musical talent.
Scheduling and Rates
Lessons take place on a weekly basis, with some absences allowed for vacations, illness, etc. I offer a free trial lesson to all first-time students. Message me using the form below for details on 30, 45, and 60 minute rates.
I take the burden of ordering music off of families by supplying materials directly as needed. These materials are added to monthly invoices on an itemized basis with no surcharge.
Optional Studio Recitals typically take place in December and in May: there is a $20-$30 charge for each recital to help cover the costs of renting the facilities and the reception.
My preference is to teach out of my home; I have a beautiful and welcoming home studio in Pflugerville, TX with a grand piano. For lessons in your home I charge a $15-$30 travel fee depending on the distance to your home. In some cases, I may not be able to accommodate traveling to a student's home if the scheduling or distance does not allow for it.
I use the My Music Staff platform to allow for easy invoicing and payment. Invoices are sent one week in advance of the following month and are due on the first of the month. Payments are accepted via Venmo, PayPal, cash, check, or debit card.
Cancellation Policy:
For any individual lesson cancellations, I require 24 hours notice. Without that notice, the family is responsible for the full fee. However, I never charge for day-of cancellations due to illness. I consider mental health a crucial part of health care, so if a parent decides their child needs a mental health day, that can count as a cancellation due to illness. I trust my families to know what their kids need.
In my work as a Professor at Concordia University Texas, I've taught music theory and aural skills at a university level and bring that experience to private tutoring. Recent students of mine, such as this one, have passed AP music examinations and received merit scholarships in music to universities across the United States.
Audition Prep
As a graduate of one of the most competitive university music programs in the country, I know what it takes to select the right repertoire and to train your body, mind, and spirit to stand out from a crowd of other musical talent.
Scheduling and Rates
Lessons take place on a weekly basis, with some absences allowed for vacations, illness, etc. I offer a free trial lesson to all first-time students. Message me using the form below for details on 30, 45, and 60 minute rates.
I take the burden of ordering music off of families by supplying materials directly as needed. These materials are added to monthly invoices on an itemized basis with no surcharge.
Optional Studio Recitals typically take place in December and in May: there is a $20-$30 charge for each recital to help cover the costs of renting the facilities and the reception.
My preference is to teach out of my home; I have a beautiful and welcoming home studio in Pflugerville, TX with a grand piano. For lessons in your home I charge a $15-$30 travel fee depending on the distance to your home. In some cases, I may not be able to accommodate traveling to a student's home if the scheduling or distance does not allow for it.
I use the My Music Staff platform to allow for easy invoicing and payment. Invoices are sent one week in advance of the following month and are due on the first of the month. Payments are accepted via Venmo, PayPal, cash, check, or debit card.
Cancellation Policy:
For any individual lesson cancellations, I require 24 hours notice. Without that notice, the family is responsible for the full fee. However, I never charge for day-of cancellations due to illness. I consider mental health a crucial part of health care, so if a parent decides their child needs a mental health day, that can count as a cancellation due to illness. I trust my families to know what their kids need.
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Once you have signed up I will reach out to you within 48 hours to set up a trail lesson time.
Once you have signed up I will reach out to you within 48 hours to set up a trail lesson time.
