Welcome to First Baptist Church - Wichita Falls, TX

Private Instruction

Private instruction consists of one 30 minute lesson per week (45 or 60 minute lessons for advanced students may be available).  The Music Academy stresses individual practice time.  Students (and parents of young students) should be prepared to practice on their instrument several times each week for at least 15 minutes.  More advanced students will require extra practice time.  Our instructors do everything they can to make lessons a great experience, but there is no substitute for a student's preparation.  Plan to practice, follow through, and you are set for a rewarding musical journey, the benefits of which will last a lifetime!

Private instruction immediately avalable:


  • Violin
  • Suzuki Violin
  • Viola
  • Piano
  • Voice
  • Guitar
  • Bass Guitar
  • Drums
  • Conducting

Procedure

  • Complete the registration form.
  • Sign the Student/Parent Agreement.
  • Turn in the above to the music office along with the registration fee and the first month's tuition.
  • Student information will be given to our Academy Coordinator who will in turn contact the student/parent to work out a lessons time.
  • Choose a payment plan.

Registration Form

Tuition and Fees

The Registration Fee is $25.00 (maximum of $40.00 per family) due each year at registration.

The fee structure for private lessons will be as follows:

          30 minutes          $20.00 per lesson
          45 minutes          $30.00 per lesson
          60 minutes          $40.00 per lesson

Note:  In some instances, voice students must pay for an accompanist to be at their lessons (arrangement will be made by the teacher).

Terms of Payment

All lessons are paid in advance. The annual registration fee of $25.00 ($40.00 maximum per family) is due upon enrollment and at the beginning of each subsequent year. 

Please choose the payment plan that is most convenient for you.  If your student enrolls after the Academy year has begun, please contact the music office at 940.723.2764 and we will be happy to assist you in determining the amount due based on the payment option you choose.

Plan A -- One Payment
30 minute lessons:  Full payment of $680.00 due before lessons start.  A discount of $25.00 will be given if the full payment option is chosen and payment is received before the first lesson.

45 minute lessons:  Full payment of $1,020.00 due before lessons start.  A discount of $25.00 will be given if the full payment option is chosen and payment is received before the first lesson.

Plan B -- Two Payments
30 minute lessons:
  First 1/2 payment of $340.00 is due before lessons start.  Second 1/2 payment of $340.00 is due January 1st.

45 minute lessons:  First 1/2 payment of $510.00 is due before lessons start. Second 1/2 payment of $340.00 is due January 1st.

Plan C -- Four Payments
30 minute lessons:
  Total tuition of $680.00 divided into 4 quarterly payments of $170.00.  First installment is due before lessons start.  Second installment is due November 1.  Third installment is due January 1.  Fourth installment is due March 1.

45 minute lessons:  Total tuition of $1,020.00 divided into 4 quarterly payments of $255.00.  First installment is due before lessons start.  Second installment is due November 1.  Third installment is due January 1.  Fourth installment is due March 1.

Plan D -- Eight Payments
30 minute lessons:
  Total tuition of $680.00 divided into 8 equal monthly installments of $85.00.  The first installment is due before lessons start.  Second installment is due October 1, and then on the 1st of each month through April 1.  No payment is due in May.
45 minute lessons:  Total tuition of $1,020.00 divided into 8 equal monthly installments of $127.50.  The first installment is due before lessons start.  Second installment is due October 1, and then on the 1st of each month through April 1.  No payment is due in May.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • The monthly installments are for your convenience and are not related to the number of lessons in a particular month.
  • A monthly e-mail reminder is sent to all who furnish an e-mail address on their application.  In order to keep operating costs at a minimum, we do not mail out bills or statements.
  • Payment is due promptly on the 1st day of the month.  A $10 late fee will be assessed after the 5th day of the month.

Refund Policy

No adjustment of charges or refunds will be made in the case of withdrawal after lessons have begun.  A student should not register for lessons if he/she believes that there may be a reason for withdrawal later in the semester.  Inability to find time for practice, changing of one's mind or unexpected changes in the student's schedule are not acceptable reasons for withdrawal.  Special circumstances such as medical emergencies or a permanent move from the area may be eligible for consideration by the Academy Board of Directors.

Attendance Policy

There are no deductions or refunds for lessons missed by the student.  A maximum of two (2) lessons may be made up for the following reasons:

          Medical Emergency
          Family Emergency
          Notifying the Academy office at least six hours in advance

Missed lessons will be made up at the end of the semester.

Regular lesson attendance is expected of all students.  If it is necessary for a teacher to miss a lesson, students will be notified as far in advance as possible.  Lessons will be rescheduled at a mutually convenient time.  In case of inclement weather, the Music Academy will follow the WFISD policy for starting late or closing.  Lessons will be made up if the Music Academy is closed.