Arts Adjunct Program

Lesson Fees, Required Minimums, and Trial Lessons
Payment is due in full before the first scheduled lesson. Lesson fees are:

• $58.00 for each 30-minute lesson
• $84.50 for each 45-minute lesson
• $111.00 for each 60-minute lesson

Lessons are sold in packages, starting at a minimum of eight (8) lessons for the Fall and Spring semesters, and minimum of four (4) lessons for the Summer Session.

New students* may arrange a trial lesson before committing to a full package. *Includes returning students studying a new instrument or working with a new instructor.

       Registration Process

1. New students submit an inquiry for the instrument the student wants to study - links listed above. Returning students begin at Step 2.
2. Contact an instructor to discuss lessons and agree upon a schedule. Contact info provided in the inquiry confirmation.
3. When you and your instructor agree upon a schedule, register online and submit payment.
4. We will email to confirm dates, lesson location, and check in procedures once registration is complete, followed by an electronic calendar invitation for all confirmed lesson dates.

Semester Dates

• Fall Semester (17 Weeks maximum*): Monday, Sep 8, 2025 to Sunday, Jan 25, 2026
• Spring Semester (18 weeks maximum*): Monday, Jan 26, 2026 to Sunday, Jun 7, 2026
• Summer Session (11 weeks maximum*): Monday, Jun 8, 2026 to Sunday, Aug 23, 2026

In-Person Lesson Scheduling Limitations
In person lessons at Holton-Arms School may be scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:30 until 7:30 p.m. on days the campus is open. In person lessons will not be scheduled on school holidays, breaks, or on certain dates when major events are held on the Holton-Arms campus (see Significant and Excluded Dates list). In person lessons may be held on Professional Days or Conference Days when the campus is open but Holton students do not have classes. 

Excluded Dates: Click here for the full list of Significant and Excluded Dates.

Virtual Lesson Scheduling Flexibility
It is preferred that virtual lessons occur between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., at times and on dates mutually convenient to both the student and instructor. Virtual lessons are not subject to the same scheduling limitations as in-person lessons; however, the Arts Adjunct office will not schedule virtual lessons on Excluded Dates unless they are specifically requested on the Student Information Form at registration.

Inclement Weather: In-person lessons will not be held on days the School closes for inclement weather. Instructors and students have the option to switch to virtual lessons on their regular scheduled dates on inclement weather days, or to reschedule for a different day.

Voice Lesson Policy
Holton-Arms offers private voice lessons for students age 13 and older (8th grade). Students younger than age 13 are encouraged to invest their time and energy in choral singing experiences offered in school and in the larger community. Good training in healthy and beautiful vocal production is at the core of a quality choral ensemble.

Instructor Commitment to Lessons

• Instructors will begin all lessons on time on the dates scheduled, unless a schedule change has been mutually agreed upon.
• Instructors will provide as much notice as possible if they must miss or reschedule a lesson.
• If an instructor must cancel a lesson, or if lessons are cancelled by the School due to inclement weather, and a reschedule is not possible within the same semester, a full refund for the missed lesson will be given.
• Instructors may communicate with parents regularly regarding their student’s lessons, progress, and practice.

Student Commitment to Lessons

• Students should arrive for their lessons on time and fully prepared for the lesson. Instruments and any required music should be readily accessible when the lesson begins.
• If a student arrives late, the lesson will still end on schedule. Instructors are not obligated to makeup time if a student arrives late to a lesson.
• Please provide as much advance notice as possible if a student will be late or will miss a lesson. Rescheduling may be possible if at least 24 hours' notice is given.
• Instructors may assign additional practice during the period between lessons. Musical progress is greatly improved when students invest the effort to practice between lessons.
• Parents are encouraged to communicate with instructors regularly regarding their student’s lessons, progress, and practice.

Music Recitals
Arts Adjunct students are invited and encouraged to participate in the Arts Adjunct Showcase of Music; however, participation is optional. Two performances will be held.

The Fall Showcase, scheduled for Monday, November 10, 2025, is generally intended for continuing Arts Adjunct students who participated in the program in the previous season, from fall 2024 through spring/summer 2025; however, new students are welcome.

The Spring Showcase, scheduled for Friday, March 13, 2026, is intended for new and continuing Arts Adjunct students. Because of the number of participants, the recital may be be given in two sessions.

Recitals for players of all instruments will take place in Holton’s Simms Reception Room. Families are invited and encouraged to attend and watch our students perform.