Studio Policy

Studio Calendar:

  • Bmore Strings offers lessons throughout the year from September to May, as well as during the summer months from June to August. The studio is closed for Winter, Fall & Spring Breaks and on Labor Day, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth & 4th of July.
  • You can view the studio calendar here.

Booking Lessons:

  • Lessons are scheduled using the Square app here.

Cancellations:

  • Students enrolled in per appointment weekly lessons receive up to 4 makeup lessons and/or reschedules September-May. Credits are not issued for student absences.
  • Students enrolled in flat rate weekly lessons receive 4 “bonus” lessons September-August at no additional charge. Makeup lessons, reschedules, and credits are not issued for student absences.
  • Lessons canceled by your teacher will be rescheduled at a time that works for both parties, or a credit will be applied towards the following month’s charge.

Inclement Weather:

  • In the event of inclement weather students will be notified of lesson cancellations through email and text message and a credit will be issued towards the following month’s lesson payment. Inclement weather alerts are listed on our website banner and also on WBAL-TV 11.    

Tuition & Billing:

  • Flat rate weekly lessons are billed at a monthly flat rate, which remains the same each month, regardless of the number of lessons. Account holders are charged for 3.75 lessons per month and receive 4 “bonus” lessons September-August at no additional charge. Makeup lessons, reschedules, and credits are not issued for student absences.
  • Per appointment, weekly lessons are billed monthly based on the number of lessons per month. Account holders receive up to 4 makeup lessons and/or reschedules from September to May. Credits are not issued for student absences.
  • All lesson payments are due on the 1st of each month, and invoices are emailed to account holders 7 to 10 days before the payment due date.

Studio Recitals:

  • Bmore Strings organizes a yearly Spring Recital.

Violin & Viola Practicing:

  • Parental involvement is recommended for younger students in supporting student’s weekly practice sessions. Older students should plan their own weekly practice sessions that meet their musical goals. 
  • Students should bring their instruments, music books, and practice journals to each lesson. Journals will be updated with notes and assignments during every lesson.

**Summer Sale: 20% off lessons for the first 3 months (6/1-8/31)**