Welcome to Sounds of Carolina!
We are so excited to work with you. Below you’ll find our New Student Handbook, full of useful information for all new students enrolled with us.
Membership Program Lessons Students
Our Membership Program includes students enrolled in private, semi-private, and group lessons. Tuition is a flat monthly fee and includes weekly lessons with a regular guaranteed time slot and teacher, participation in our Fall Open Mic, Winter Recital, Spring Spectacular, occasional master classes, and excellent customer service support.
For Semi-Private Lessons there is a 25% up charge per additional student enrolled in the lessons and student performances must be done as a group.
What should I expect at my trial lesson or my single lesson?
In your Trial lesson, you’ll have the chance to meet your teacher, ask any questions, and get a feel for their teaching style to see if it’s a good fit. The teacher may offer guidance on acquiring an instrument if needed, and if you require one for the trial, just be sure to call ahead and let us know.
For Single Lessons, it’s helpful to come prepared with a piece you're already familiar with and specific questions about technique as it relates to that piece, since the goal is to polish what you’re already working on. It’s also a good idea to record your session using a smartphone voice memo app—just let your teacher know before you do so—to review and reinforce the lesson afterward.
What is the student portal?
The Student Portal is a convenient tool that helps keep everything organized, allowing you to view upcoming lessons and recital assignments, self-cancel and rebook private lessons, update your student information and payment method, check your invoices, and leave messages for your teacher.
How often should I practice at home?
It’s better to practice a little every day rather than cramming in a lot on one day; our student recitals provide a welcoming environment and a valuable goal to work toward; listening to quality music recordings—regardless of genre—and attending live concerts when possible are essential for growth, with regional student discounts often available; and don’t be afraid to sing and dance freely at home, embracing uninhibited expression as a powerful tool in mastering any art form
New students enrolled in our Membership Program will follow a timeline along these lines:
Sign up for a Free Consultation, either online or by calling us
Login into the Student Portal and familiarize yourself with it
Review our FAQ’s
Attend your Consultation
We’ll talk with you about your or your child’s musical goals and answer any questions you have
We’ll help match you with the right teacher or class
We’ll book you for a Trial Lesson of your choice
Sign up for your reoccurring lessons (Membership), by calling us
Acquire an instrument for your home and order any books recommended by your teacher
Attend lessons and start practicing toward your goals
Sign up for our performance opportunities and enjoy your ongoing improvement
What should I expect at my consultation?
In your Consultation, you’ll have the opportunity to meet some of our team, tour the studio, and learn more about our programs. We’ll talk with you about your or your child’s musical goals, answer any questions you have, and help match you with the right teacher or class. It’s the perfect first step to see if we’re the right fit for your musical journey!
Single Lessons Students
Single Lessons are available for those who cannot commit to a regular weekly lesson. Single Lessons are great for students who might just need a little help to prepare for an audition, school talent show, or another special performance.
Please note, Single Lessons scheduling is first come, first served and is subject to availability. Only students enrolled in our Membership Program are eligible for participation in recitals and events. Single Lessons students do not have to pay a registration fee.
New students enrolled in Single Lessons will follow a timeline along these lines:
Sign up for a Free Consultation, either online or by calling us
Login into the Student Portal and familiarize yourself with it
Review our FAQ’s
Attend your Consultation
We’ll talk with you about your or your child’s musical goals and answer any questions you have
We’ll help match you with the right teacher or class
We’ll book you for a Trial Lesson of your choice
Check out availability, schedule, and pay for your Single Lessons
Acquire an instrument for your home and order any books recommended by your teacher
Attend lessons and start practicing toward your goals