COVID-19 UPDATE - SOUND ACADEMY OF MUSIC

SOUND ACADEMY OF MUSIC

Sound Academy of Music COVID-19 Policies, Procedures & Lesson Options
Hello and Greetings, In an effort to keep students and their families safe as well as to provide a sense of normalcy, an alternative to excessive screen time and a positive way for students to proceed through these stressfulI days ahead I have taken as many necessary precautions as possible. #1.Hygiene I have thoroughly deep cleaned my teaching studios including chairs, music stands, door handles and all other surfaces. I will continue doing so daily and remain vigilant as we navigate the next several weeks. I am requesting that students refrain for attending lessons if anyone in their household or surroundings are or have been sick or have been sick in the past two weeks. The door to my studio will remain fully ajar allowing for hands free entry and as much air circulation as possible. I will be washing and sanitizing my hands in between students and offering the same for students arriving and leaving. #2. Social Distancing I am repositioning chairs in my studios to allow for more distance from student to teacher. #3. Less is More I am also suggesting that students be dropped off shortly before their lesson time and that parents wait in the hall or their car. I can personally escort them if requested. I am implementing these policies and more common sense measures in an effort to keep everyone safe and allow for continued and uninterrupted learning in this stressful and temporary situation.
•• Online Lesson Options Available ••
With respect to each of my students and parents comfort levels I also offer online learning options such as live video lessons via Facetime, Video Messenger & other video platforms. I upload lesson materials ahead of their scheduled lesson time and share to students via Dropbox. Students pay for the lesson via Paypal or Venmo! I have been actively offering online instruction as an option for students on travel, with busy work schedules and other obstacles and it has worked great! I will continue teaching at my studio with a computer in hand as I know this will be a popular option for students and families. Is this something you are interested in trying? Let me know and we will set it up! Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions, concerns or requests via phone, text or email. Thank you for your commitment to music, guitar and learning.
Sending positive thoughts and health vibes.
Tim Bertsch
tbertsch@timbertsch.com
www.timbertsch.com
(360)536-3623