Resources

2012-2013 Catalog (PDF)
2012-2013 Academic Calendar (PDF)
2012-2013 Community Programs Concert Schedule (PDF)
Audition Requirements (PDF)
Registration Guidelines
2012 Annual Concerto Competition Application and Guidelines (DOC)
Activenet Guide for Students and Parents (PDF)

Make-up Policy for Private Lessons

Longy allows only one make-up lesson per semester due to the student’s absence: 24-hour notice must be given to the instructor, or, in the case of an evening lesson, must call by 5:00 PM the previous day. Additional missed lessons will not be made up, and no refund will be given. If the teacher cancels a lesson, the lesson will be made up.

Course Cancellation

Longy reserves the right to cancel classes at any time. Students enrolled in a class canceled by Longy will receive a full refund, including the registration fee. If a class is canceled, registered students will be notified by phone and/or e-mail.

Financial Aid for Preparatory Students

Financial assistance for Preparatory students is awarded annually and is based on an individual’s financial need, musical accomplishment, and dedication to musical studies. Financial aid application forms and complete information may be obtained by calling the Community Programs Office, 617.876.0956 x 1650 or going on-line at www.longy.edu. All applications are reviewed by a Financial Aid Committee. Aid is very limited, and full tuition is not awarded. Financial aid applications will be available online after April 15. All students currently receiving financial aid must reapply each year. Application deadline is June 1, 2012. Late applications are accepted but funds are not guaranteed.

Longy does not provide financial aid for Continuing Studies students or for summer study.

Discounts

Longy offers the following discounts:

Course discounts: Students taking a full set of private lessons (16 lessons) in a semester will receive a discount on the price of courses taken in the same semester. Discount is automatically calculated and applied to receipts at checkout. Discount amount varies by course. Please refer to the catalog for more details.

Senior citizen discount: senior citizens taking a full set of private lessons or semester long course will receive a 10% discount.

Registration Guidelines

Private lesson students must register and pay for the entire semester prior to the first lesson. Students must receive approval from their instructor to register for less than a full set of lessons (16 lessons) in any semester. Depending on lesson length and instructor, private lessons rate range from $1,400 to $1,800 each semester. Tuition includes recital and performance opportunities. All class fees listed in this catalog are for one semester. Students must re-register during the spring registration period for second semester lessons, classes, and ensembles. For the school to process spring semester registrations, students must be in good financial standing with Longy and must pay any outstanding balances prior to registration.

For questions, please contact us at communityprograms@longy.edu or 617.876.0956 x1650.

Payment

Longy accepts payment by debit card, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover. Cash and check payments are not accepted. All tuition and fees must be paid in full prior to the first lesson, class, or rehearsal. Follow the link on our website to complete the registration online.

Registration and payment may be made:

Online: www.longy.edu
Direct link: http://activenet17.active.com/longyschoolofmusic/
In person: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM—8:00 PM
Saturday, 7:30 AM—6:00 PM
By phone: 617.876.0956 x1500 (Front Desk)
617.876.0956 x1650 (Community Programs Office)
By fax: 617.354.8799

Registration Fee

A nonrefundable $30 registration fee is required of all students each semester. Families with multiple registrants will be assessed one registration fee per semester.

Late Fee

Registrations for returning students received after September 10, 2012 or January 9, 2013 will be assessed a $30 late fee.

Withdrawal and Refunds

Withdrawal and Tuition Refund Policy for Group Classes

Prior to first class meeting: 100% refund
Prior to fourth class (classes 1—3) meeting: 50% refund
After fourth class meeting: No refund

All withdrawals must be submitted in writing or in person. Any applicable refunds are calculated based on the date withdrawal notification was received, not the last date of attendance.

Withdrawal and Tuition Refund Policy for Private Lessons

Prior to first lesson: 100% refund
Prior to second lesson: Full price, minus cost of one lesson
Prior to fourth lesson (lessons 1—3): 50% refund
After fourth lesson: No refund

Communications and Publications

All event dates and information pertaining to various programs are sent by e-mail to the e-mail listed on your account. We ask students and parents to ensure that an active e-mail is listed and students have “agreed to receive promotional materials” to ensure timely receipt of information. This e-mail is also used to send our monthly newsletter. This newsletter contains the most up-to-date information on concert dates, special events, student achievements, special parent meetings, and programs and faculty news. Community Program news will be posted on the website, www.longy.edu.

Please check for monthly updates.

Audio and Image Recording Policy

By registering for classes and/or lessons at Longy, you grant Longy School of Music, and those acting on its behalf, the authorization to:

Record all students’ participation and appearance on video media, audio media, film, photograph, or any other medium.
Record all students’ work, including musical compositions, on video media, audio media, film, photograph, or any other medium.
Use all students’ names, likenesses, voices, and biographical materials in connection with these recordings.
Exhibit or distribute such recordings in whole or in part, without restrictions or limitations, for any educational or promotional purpose that Longy School of Music and those acting on its behalf deem appropriate.

Students who have commitments to any other person or entity that would conflict with the rights granted above are responsible for informing the school in writing of these relationships at the time of registration.

You agree that all rights in and to any and all recordings made of student’s performances at Longy School of Music, including all video media, audio media, film, and photographs, shall be owned exclusively by Longy School of Music.

Safety and Security

Longy takes the safety and protection of children and students enrolled in its programs very seriously in order to provide a safe and secure learning environment. We request that all parents/guardians/caretakers entering Longy after 5 PM on weekdays and on weekends check in with the security desk, located in the lobbies of the Zabriskie House and the Rey-Waldstein Building. Parents/guardians/caretakers are responsible for supervising the safety and deportment of their children at all times while they are on Longy’s premises. Please note that Longy is located in an urban setting. To avoid theft, please keep your possessions (including instruments) with you at all times. Longy has no responsibility for items that are lost or stolen.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Longy School of Music does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity or expression, race or color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, genetic makeup, predisposition or carrier status, or any other category protected by federal or state law.

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