Frequently Asked Questions

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How much do private lessons cost?

North Fulton School of Music offers month-to-month lesson plans with lessons held once per week. Tuition is based on lesson length and is billed monthly.

30-minute lessons: $190 per month
45-minute lessons: $260 per month
60-minute lessons: $330 per month

one-time registration fee of $50 is charged upon enrollment.

Does NFSM offer any discounts?

Current students earn a $25 tuition credit when they refer a new student who enrolls at North Fulton School of Music. The credit will be applied to the following month’s tuition.

Families with multiple students enrolled receive a recurring $10 monthly discount for each additional sibling enrolled in lessons.

Do you offer any trial lessons?

Get started with a complimentary 30-minute lesson when you enroll at North Fulton School of Music. Billing begins at your second lesson and covers the remaining lessons for that month.

When is tuition due?

Monthly tuition payments are automatically charged through our billing system on the first of each month.

What is the curriculum covered in private lessons?

After the first introductory lesson, each teacher takes time to assess where the student is in their learning journey, including their current skill level, strengths, and areas that may need additional support. Based on this initial evaluation, the teacher selects a preferred instructional method that best aligns with the student’s needs and learning style. This approach allows instruction to be personalized from the very beginning, ensuring that each student receives targeted guidance, steady progress, and a supportive learning experience tailored specifically to them.

Does North Fulton School of Music provide books for students?

No. North Fulton School of Music instructors use various method books depending on the individual student. Instructors will recommend books for students to purchase through external vendors both locally and online.

Does North Fulton School of Music provide instruments? What if I don’t have a piano and want piano lessons?

North Fulton School of Music does not provide instruments. You can always get recommendations from our office staff or one of our music teachers on where to purchase or rent an instrument. For beginner piano students, we recommend buying a keyboard from a department store. For more intermediate and advanced students, we recommend full keyboards with 88-keys that are “weighted” keys. For pianos, Cooper Music has been helping North Fulton School of Music and our students with acoustic and digital pianos (purchase and rentals) for many years. For more information please call them at (404) 329-1663 or go online www.cooperpiano.com.

Please explain your makeup policy and reasons for it.

We offer one makeup lesson per month. Please notify the front office through email, in person, or by phone 24 hours before the scheduled lesson.  

What happens if we need to discontinue or suspend lessons?

Please notify the front office directly if you wish to suspend or discontinue lessons. Notice must be received by the 22nd of the month preceding the suspension or cancellation date.

Can I receive a makeup for holidays North Fulton School of Music is closed?

We establish a calendar at the end of each year for the following year that details all of our holiday closings. Holiday closings are not billed and therefore not eligible for a makeup.

What are the performance opportunities North Fulton School of Music offers?

North Fulton School of Music offers various performance opportunities throughout the year. North Fulton School of Music offers an annual music recital, music assessments/testing, various community events, National Anthem performances at major sports games, North Fulton School of Music-sponsored Open Mic events, Christmas Caroling events, and many more. Please see our performance page for upcoming event dates and information.

What are ABRSM exams and how do they benefit students?

The ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) is a globally-recognized music organization that administers examinations to music students of all ages and levels. The ABRSM exam helps students mark progress as well as set goals to reach. ABRSM offers both Theory Examinations and Practical Examinations bi-annually. ABRSM is not affiliated with North Fulton School of Music. North Fulton School of Music applies on behalf of our students. Fees collected for ABRSM exams are transferred to ABRSM for exam dues. Please visit www.abrsm.org for more information on the ABRSM exams. Please see our performance page to learn about North Fulton School of Music deadlines for ABRSM enrollment. To sign-up for the ABRSM exams, please speak directly with your North Fulton School of Music instructor or contact the office.