Hope Academy of Music and the Arts

2019-2020 Inquiry for Private Lessons

This form must be filled out prior to enrolling for private lessons or the Suzuki program.

First we need to get some information about the student, the type of music instruction they are interested in, their experience level and their goals.

Next, we need to see if we have a teaching artist who would not only be a good fit, but who also has room open in their schedules at a convenient time for your family. The more information you give us, the better.

We place scholarship students first, then returning students (on the same instrument with the same teaching artist) and then new students. Scheduling will begin on August 15.

Here is a link to a 2019-2020 One Page Overview of all classes, ensembles and Suzuki groups to help you schedule your private lessons around the other Hope Academy classes your child might be taking.

STUDENT INFORMATION
Name * First Last
Age *
Enter a value between 3 and 19.
Date of Birth * MM / DD / YYYY
School *
Grade *
PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTACT INFORMATION
Parent/Guardian Name * First Last
Relationship *
Address *
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Phone # * ### - ### - ####
Email Address *

Please check your email. We will be emailing you a confirmation when your online application is submitted.
Is there anything we should know to make it easier to contact and communicate with you? *

Best times of the day to call? Or, would it be better to meet in person? Might we need a third-party to translate? Or, a TTY phone call? Let us know what works for you.
DEMOGRAPHIC AND IDENTITY INFORMATION

In order to be intentional about creating a diverse, multicultural community, scholarships and tuition assistance will be reserved for students who qualify as being low income and/or who represent a racial, ethnic or cultural minority. Preference is also given to returning students who are in good standing.

You are not required to answer any of these Demographic and Identity questions, and can choose "Prefer not to answer" as a response, if you would like. We ask these questions to let you know that Hope Academy is an inclusive and safe place where young people can further their personal and artistic growth through the study and performance of theater, dance and music.
My family's income is less than 200% of the federal poverty level - please see the side note for more information about this question. *

Financial need is determined by eligibility for any of the following programs: SSI / Social Security, Section 8 Housing, CHIP, WIC, Foster Care, SNAP (food stamps) from PA, Medical Assistance from PA, Cash Assistance from PA, Assistance from LIHEAP 1 or 2, Refugee/Immigrant Assistance or Participant in Homeless/Domestic Violence program, SAT Fee Waiver, Free or Reduced School Lunch. If you answer "yes" to this question, we would encourage you to apply for tuition assistance.
Student's Race/Ethnicity *
African American/Black Asian Caucasian/White Hispanic/Latinx/White Hispanic/Latinx/Black Hispanic/Latinx/Declined Native American/Indigenous Pacific Islander Multiracial Unavaiable/Unknown Prefer not to answer Another Race/Ethnicity. Please specify
Student's Sex *
Male Female Prefer not to answer Other
Student's Gender Identity *
Feminine Masculine Androgynous Gender Neutral Transgender Prefer not to answer Another gender identity. Please describe.

You don't need to answer this question (just check off "Prefer not to answer"). We ask it to let you know that Hope Academy is welcoming, inclusive and diverse.
Has your child ever taken private lessons at Hope Academy? *
No Yes
INTEREST, EXPERIENCE AND COMMITMENT TO MUSIC INSTRUCTION
What type of private lessons are you interested in for your child? First Choice *
Voice Piano Suzuki Piano Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Violin (4-7 y/o) Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Cello (4-7 y/o) Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Flute (4-7 y/o) Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Guitar (4-7 y/o) Violin Suzuki Violin + Group Viola Suzuki Viola + Group Cello Suzuki Cello + Group Double Bass Flute Flute + Flute Choir Saxophone Saxophone + Ensemble Clarinet Clarinet + Ensemble Trumpet Trombone Tuba Classical Guitar Classical Guitar + Ensemble Guitar + Singer Songwriter Ensemble Bass + Singer Songwriter Ensemble Voice + Singer Songwriter Ensemble Electric Guitar Electric Bass Ukulele Other
Do you have an instrument for your first private lesson choice? *
Yes, we own the instrument my child would like to play and we know that it is in good working condition We own the instrument my child would like to play but we are not sure if it is in good working condition My child has an instrument from their school's music program We would be able to rent an instrument We do not have access to an instrument and would not be able to buy or rent one Not applicable (in the case of voice lessons) Other

FOR PIANO LESSONS
Your child will not make progress without a piano to practice on at home between lessons. Ideally you will have a good quality acoustic piano, but if you live in an apartment, or a small house, a digital piano (not a keyboard) might be an acceptable option for some types of piano instruction.
Digital pianos should be full-sized - 88 weighted keys with touch sensitivity - with a fixed pedal, a sturdy music stand, and a sound that matches that of an acoustic piano.

Please note: having an acoustic piano at home is a requirement for Suzuki piano lessons because practicing on an acoustic piano allows your child to develop a better "touch."
What type of private lessons are you interested in for your child? Second choice.
Not applicable Voice Piano Suzuki Piano Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Violin (4-7 y/o) Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Cello (4-7 y/o) Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Flute (4-7 y/o) Suzuki Pre-Twinkle Guitar (4-7 y/o) Violin Suzuki Violin + Group Viola Suzuki Viola + Group Cello Suzuki Cello + Group Double Bass Flute Flute + Flute Choir Saxophone Saxophone + Ensemble Clarinet Clarinet + Ensemble Trumpet Trombone Tuba Classical Guitar Classical Guitar + Ensemble Guitar + Singer Songwriter Ensemble Bass + Singer Songwriter Ensemble Voice + Singer Songwriter Ensemble Electric Guitar Electric Bass Ukulele Other
Do you have an instrument for your second private lesson choice?
Not applicable Yes, we own the instrument my child would like to play and we know that it is in good working condition We own the instrument my child would like to play but we are not sure if it is in good working condition My child has an instrument from their school's music program We would be able to rent an instrument We do not have access to an instrument and would not be able to buy or rent one Not applicable (in the case of voice lessons) Other

FOR PIANO LESSONS
Your child will not make progress without a piano to practice on at home between lessons. Ideally you will have a good quality acoustic piano, but if you live in an apartment, or a small house, a digital piano (not a keyboard) might be an acceptable option for some types of piano instruction.
Digital pianos should be full-sized - 88 weighted keys with touch sensitivity - with a fixed pedal, a sturdy music stand, and a sound that matches that of an acoustic piano.

Please note: having an acoustic piano at home is a requirement for Suzuki piano lessons because practicing on an acoustic piano allows your child to develop a better "touch."
If your child is a returning Hope Academy student, tell us what instrument they played and who they studied with. If you would like to request a specific teacher (either someone your child has studied with in the past, or someone new) please let us know.

Please note: students who received a scholarship in 2017-2018 will need to have a recommendation from their teaching artist to receive a scholarship for 2018-2019. The recommendation is based on attendance, preparation/practice and performance.
Please tell us about your child's specific interest in studying music. *

What types of music do they enjoy listening to? Do they move naturally in rhythm to percussive sounds, pick out melody lines on the piano, or find the harmonies when they sing? Has a music teacher encouraged them to go further? Are they inspired by a relative or friend who plays an instrument? Do you play an instrument?

For more advanced students: Are they preparing for an audition or college admission? Are they looking for opportunities to write their own music? Record their own songs? Rehearse and perform with others?

These are just some examples that will help to get you started. You don't need to answer all of them, and you can tell us anything you would like.
What are your goals for your child's music education? Why do you think it is important for them to learn how to play an instrument or sing?
*
List any other dance or theater classes your child might be taking at Hope Academy

This will help us to schedule private lessons around or near the classes.
What are the best and worst days/times for lessons? *

Private lessons at Hope Academy are scheduled TUESDAY - SATURDAY. During the week most lessons take place between 4 and 8:30 pm. Some homeschool students take earlier lessons, if a teacher is available. Saturday lessons are scheduled from 8 am to 5 pm.

We will need to find one consistent day/time during the week to schedule the lesson that works for both you and the teacher. This information will help us to determine if we have a teacher available on the days and times your child is available for lessons. For example, if Saturdays never work, tell us. If Wednesdays after 6 pm is the only time your family has open, we will see what we can do.

Please consider that playing music is a big commitment. Students who are over-committed to other activities may not have adequate time to practice.

Your best chance of getting a lesson day/time that works for your family is to enroll in the fall term. After that, most teaching artists have limited availability. This especially holds true for families who want multiple lessons on the same day and time. Rarely can that be scheduled after the fall term.
What length of lesson are you interested in? *
30 mins 45 mins 60 mins I'm not sure and need to discuss with a teacher
if your child requires an accommodation, has a specific learning style or works best with certain personality types, please let us know.

For example, if you have another child who would like to take lessons at Hope Academy and you would need the lessons to be scheduled at the same, or nearly the same time, tell us about that here. And then fill out another inquiry form for the other child.
Other siblings taking private lessons at Hope Academy

If you other children who would like to take lessons at Hope Academy and you would like the lessons to be scheduled at the same, or nearly the same time, tell us about that here. And then fill out another inquiry form for the other child(ten).
If your family would be new to Hope Academy, please let us know how you heard about us.
Questions or Comments
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STUDENT INFORMATION

PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTACT INFORMATION

DEMOGRAPHIC AND IDENTITY INFORMATION

INTEREST, EXPERIENCE AND COMMITMENT TO MUSIC INSTRUCTION

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