Philip Hartshorn's Dunedin School of Music

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

In these current times where value for money is an important element in any decision making is it essential to ensure that you or your child has a good start in playing music. Other teachers may be closer and cheaper but should those factors determine your decision?

The most important factor is whether you are investing in a good music teacher. How can you tell? Well you can ask a few questions.

Please click on the links to gain answers to these questions.

• Introduction

• Testimonials of my current and past students.

• What are the standards of the teacher’s students?

• What does the teacher do?

• Should distance to travel be a factor when deciding on a music teacher?

• Is music notation taught at the very beginning of learning?

• Is there a promise of playing in a band?

• What kind of support will I have?

• A letter to a parent with regards to practicing and the parents/caregiver's role.

• The Make up Lesson.

• Rates, can you tell what they are?

• Guitar Buying Guide

• Are you getting the best from the lessons?

• Lessons Continue Through School Term Breaks

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