INDIVIDUAL LESSONS IN MUSIC, ACTING
AND DANCE THERAPY

PAC offers two sixteen-week semesters of private instruction during the school year
and flexible, "a la carte" summer sessions. PAC faculty are highly trained, with most holding graduate degrees in their specialized field. Registration for private lessons is ongoing throughout the year.

Lessons are offered in piano, violin, viola, cello, guitar, trumpet, trombone, flute, clarinet, bassoon, oboe, voice, and acting. Private Dance Therapy lessons are also available (call for separate rates and schedule.)

Don't see an instrument listed that you'd like to learn? Give us a call!

2009-2010 SCHEDULE AND RATES

Fall 2009 session: September 14 - January 20. Make-ups Jan. 19-29. Recital January 24.
Winter 2010 session: February 1 - June 14. Make-ups June 15-21. Recital June 13.

30 minute lessons = $500
45 minute lessons = $675
60 minute lessons = $830

All Students also pay an annual $25 Annual Registration Fee (max $50 per family - see Tuition, Fees and Registration section).

Voice students also pay a mandatory accompaniment fee of $20. Each student receives a rehearsal with a piano accompanist in preparation for the student recital. An optional vocal workshop is also offered in preparation for the recital, for an additional fee.

REGISTRATION

Call the PAC office at 508-875-5554 to register for private lessons. New students are encouraged to meet the teacher at a Free Lesson Day or schedule a 30-minute consult ($32) before committing to the semester.

PAC CLASS AND LESSON POLICIES 2008- 2009

Private Lessons: New students are encouraged to meet the teacher at a Free Lesson Day or sign up for a 30-minute consult ($32) before committing to the semester.

Tuition and Fees: Annual registration fee of $25 per student or $50 maximum per family is due with registration for classes, productions, summer workshops or private lessons. (Activities for which tuition is $100 or less do not require a registration fee.) Payment in full or 50% plus applicable registration fee and $15 payment plan fee must be received with registration form before the start of the first lesson. Overdue accounts will be subject to a $15 late fee; $25 fee for returned checks. Limited need-based scholarships are available. Call the office to inquire.

Fall Semester Early Bird Discount! Register and pay in full for 16 weeks of lessons by August 15th, and have your registration fee waived for the entire year (through August '09)!

Refunds: PAC regrets that there are no refund for lessons, classes, or registration fees, unless lessons or classes are cancelled by PAC. Tuition credits will be given for long-term illness or injury when a student presents a physician's note. PAC reserves the right to consolidate classes or substitute instruction when necessary and appropriate.

Class Cancellations: PAC reserves the right to change, combine or cancel courses and times according to enrollment. PAC will cancel classes in accordance with Framingham Public Schools in weather-related emergencies. In the event of inclement weather, please check the PAC website or voicemail for updated information.

Missed Lessons or Classes: A teacher’s absence from a private lesson or class will be made up at the end of the semester, during the designated make-up period. In case of student cancellation, teachers must be contacted directly (not through the PAC office) no later than 24 hours in advance. One such cancellation per semester will be made up. Failure to give minimum notice or no notice will result in forfeiture of the lesson. Group classes may be made up in accordance with availability and permission of the instructor. Tuition credits will be given for long- term illness or injury when a student presents a physician’s note. Any PAC class or lesson credits must be used within 6 months of the date issued.

Student Drop Off & Pick Up: Students are expected to be prepared for classes or lessons at the scheduled time. Parents are responsible for escorting students to and from classes and lessons, and are required to stay with the student until the class/lesson begins, and to pick up the student immediately after the class/lesson ends. PAC faculty and staff are not responsible for children left unattended before or after lessons or classes.

Injury and Limitations of Liability: PAC and its faculty are not liable for personal injuries or loss of or damage to personal property. Since some classes involve physical activity, injuries may occur. Each student may decline to participate in any activity that may be harmful and is responsible for informing the instructor of any physical limitations which prevent full participation in class.

Student Code of Conduct: Students are expected to arrive for lessons and/or class on time and prepared to participate. Students who behave in a manner that is disruptive or distracting to the class will be asked to sit out. Students exhibiting dangerous or destructive behavior will be removed from class and a parent will be notified.

Release of Image: It is understood that participants in PAC programs give their full permission to have their photograph (or photographs of their children) taken during activities and used solely for publicity purposes by PAC. Participants consent to the use of their name, image or voice, or those of their children, in any publicity contracted or used by PAC unless otherwise specified.