FAQs
How do I register for Private Lessons and a Trial Lesson?
The first step to enrolling in private lessons is to take a discounted trial lesson! Please click here to complete our new student inquiry form and we will contact you as soon as possible to schedule your trial lesson!
How do I register for Group Classes?
To enroll in a class, click here! Then click on a course group to the left, or click A to Z Index to see all of our courses at once.
Do you offer trial lessons?
Yes! We offer trial lessons in piano, voice, guitar, ukulele, violin, viola, cello, drums, and visual art. Our studio offers private lessons Monday through Friday afternoon and evening. Our Saturday classes are offered from 9-3pm.
What is the cost of private lessons?
Private Lesson Prices* for the 2022/2023 Academic Year are:
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30-minute lessons: $43.75 per lesson
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45-minute lessons: $59.25 per lesson
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60-minute lessons: $74.50 per lesson
How old does my child need to be to take private lessons?
FAME Center offers private lessons for students of all ages, ability and means. We suggest beginning your child’s private lesson journey at the minimum age of 3.5.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes, a non-refundable one time fee of $40 per family is required at the time of registration for all private lessons. FAME Center's annual registration fee covers the administrative cost of processing student enrollments, recital fees, piano tuning and building maintenance. There are no registration fees for trial lessons or group classes.
What forms of payment do you accept?
FAME Center accepts cash, check and all major credit cards.
When are payments due?
FAME Center offers 12 week Fall and Winter sessions and 10 week Spring and Summer sessions. Our annual registration fees are due in full at the time of registration. Tuition is due prior to the start of the program.The payments are due two weeks prior to the start of the session. We offer payment plans as well!(please see below for more info) If you are joining mid session, we will prorate your invoice. For more detailed information on our billing schedule please click here.
Do you offer payment plans? Can I set up auto payments for my payment plan?
Yes! We offer payment plans! Tuition is due prior to the start of the program. Payment plans are available and must be set up at the time of registration. Payment is due before the beginning of each session and the second payment can be made halfway through the session. If you would like to keep a card on file and be billed automatically, let us know!
What happens if I fail to pay?
If you have not made a payment before the first lesson, then your lesson reservation will be dropped. If you are struggling to pay your invoice, we offer financial aid and payment plans. We request the payment plans to be set up at the time of registration. Please reach out to us for more information.