How much to charge for music lessons....?
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First of all let me say it is very admirable of you to endeavor to teach music.\n\nMusic is a very subjective matter- what one calls "good" another regards as "noise".  The same can be said for teaching, and teaching technique.  Everyone teaches differently, and more important- everyone learns differently.  The best teachers are the ones who can recognize how his or her students learn and tailor the lessons for them.\n\nThat said, with inexperience comes the inability to accurately gauge what it takes to connect with someone in order to teach them.  You may be well suited for teaching and so may not require much experience to pass on what you know.\n\nI would say 10-15 dollars an hour is fair, however- you need to establish confidence within the parents of the children that you are worth their time and effort.  \n\nMore important than what you charge is making your credentials known.  If you have very little in that regard, then I suggest making a package deal beneficial toward you and the student- instead of saying you charge 10 or 15 dollars per hour, say that you charge 10-15 per HALF hour, but want to make certain that you can be a good teacher, so you'll throw in an extra half hour for free.\n\nYou can imagine what the response would be, and you're not really giving anything away for free.  Parents would be more likely to accept you as a teacher- you're offering more bang for the buck.\n\nI also suggest asking for payment for one lesson in advance- the reason being that you need to schedule your day around your lessons, and if someone cancels on you, you can't always find a student to fill that slot, so thus you've wasted an hour of your time.  If everyone pays for one lesson in advance, you will still be paid in the event of a no-show, and then you can simply arrange for a make-up lesson at a later date. \n\nMake certain this are clear: You will not refund for a missed lesson unless given at least 24 hours notice.  That's only common courtesy, and most understand.  It will also make you seem as if you have more experience and are very professional regarding your business.\n\nGood luck
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You'll find a list of all registered Stoke-on-Trent music tutors here...\nhttp://www.yell.com/ucs/UcsSearchAction.do?keywords=trumpet+tuition&companyName=&location=stoke+on+trent&searchType=classic&broaderLocation=&clarifyIndex=0&ooa=on\nhttp://www.yell.com/ucs/UcsSearchAction.do?startAt=10&keywords=trumpet+tuition&location=stoke+on+trent&scrambleSeed=9536&clarifyIndex=0&searchType=classic&startOoaAt=5&ooascrambleSeed=9536&ooa=on\nhttp://www.yell.com/ucs/UcsSearchAction.do?startAt=20&keywords=trumpet+tuition&location=stoke+on+trent&scrambleSeed=9536&clarifyIndex=0&searchType=classic&startOoaAt=10&ooascrambleSeed=9536&ooa=on\nYou may have to call the numbers given to find out which ones specialise in the trumpet.
486456
You'd need to actually buy the sheet music because this is a Chorus piece. Sheet music usually runs about $2.
81777
Start with a one-on-one tutor.  Don't assume that because a kid is a "slow learner" in traditional school that he/she will be the same for music.  It might be the environment, the method of teaching, the material, etc.  (Obviously, I don't know your kid, so this is just a for instance)\n\nBut if you're worried, start with private lessons and see how he/she takes to it.  Look for a teacher that can introduce different instruments and is willing to teach technique with or without sheet music (some kids will take well to an instrument but get turned off by learning to read music when they're first starting).
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I agree with the previous answer.  Is there a local mtna chapter in your area?  I know that the chapter I belong does referrals and that is a nice way to get students and to network with local piano teachers.   Try visiting www.mtna.org  the Membership is worth it.
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It depends on the Tae Kwon Do school, the size of the school, the quality of the instructors, and the quality of the classes. You could end up paying $100 a month for classes 6 days a week at some school and other schools a very cheap. I think that I would honestly rather pay more and get a quality class and go to a nice school and not worry about what my child or I am learning.
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Dont waste money with a cd or tape.  Get a REAL voice coach.  If you want a bargain, visit churches.  Many music ministers teach lessons on the side.  Join a choir and they will work with you for free!
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I had huge success when I was teaching lessons by contacting the Daycares/preschools.  I took 6 keyboards to the daycare put a out a flyer to the parents and in 2 mo. with 3 daycares had over 30 students from the daycares alone this in conjunction with the piano store I was teaching at put me close to 60 students.  I will warn you that setting up your own group studios is A LOT of work though.  Be careful not to grow the studio too fast though i was quickly burned out and cancled many of the classes.
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Musiciansfriend.com generally has the cheapest non-ebay prices... they have it listed at $579.99 ($580) USD.  Outofstate, you don't have to worry about taxes (technically), and they ship it for free.  Sooo... that's what you'd pay.  If you are in the US, most Guitar Centers will match the Musiciansfriend.com price, as they own the company and website.  Advatage to that, you have a problem with it, just walk it into the store as opposed to have to pay to ship it back.  Tradeoffs... but hey.  Peace.
1146431
It's difficult to say...since each group in each city would set its own rates.  Generally speaking, a new musician will probably be getting just barely enough to pay the rent...unfortunately...unless you are an exceptional performer in a major philamonic orchestra.
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What level is the student?\n\nAn adequate 1/4 violin, case, and bow could cost less than US$100.\n\nA student graduating from a good college with a degree in violin performance should have a violin costing around US$10,000.  (Case and bow not included)\n\nDepending on the level of the student, a "student instrument" could cost anywhere in between US$100 and US$10,000.
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I know of a service -  www.ClickForLessons.com - it has worked GREAT for me, and they only charge when they actually send you a student... none of this paying for what I might get!  Its really almost like a proffesional myspace geared twoards teachers in of dance and music and acting and some other stuff I think... anyway give it a try
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Try calling the city or county boards of education, or see if they have a website. They will be able to tell you where and when classes are offered, and if there is a fee. :-)
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Check with local colleges... they sometimes do it for free or really cheap.. keep in mind it is students learning but they are supervised.. make sure the supervisor is there tho lol... hope this helps .. i know it has for my family
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The answer is: Ask your teacher what he thinks of the guitar. Will the seller let you take it in to a lesson for his /her evaluation without buying it? Or could the teacher go there and look at it for you?
534505
If you go post a flyer on either campus you will probably find a willing student.  Expect to pay about $20 an hour.  If you are looking for a true professional you can expect to pay at least double that amount.  However, many teachers offer group lessons at a discounted rate if you don't mind sharing a court with at least 3 other players.  I would suggest looking for a local tennis club and explain that you are interested in learning how to play, and you can probably find a club member that is willing to give you a weekly lesson for about $10 to $15 an hour.  If you are in Northern CA, you can send me an email.
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Find someone who plays that instrument "by ear" who also teaches. I taught myself to play guitar, have been playing over 20 years and still don't read music, I give guitar lessons and most of my students don't need my help anymore after about 6 months.