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Who is the
Director of “Belle Arti”?
Belle Arti”
Center for the Arts is under the direction of two
internationally renowned concert pianists, husband and wife
Massimiliano Facchini and Claudette Munné, who offer the best
of the Old World and the best of the New World as teachers and
artists. Through their teaching, students have been accepted
at specialized arts high schools and major conservatories in
New York, i.e., the Pre-College Division at Manhattan School
of Music and The Juilliard School, La Guardia High School and
Brooklyn College.
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What services does “Belle Arti” Center for the Arts
provide?
Our school provides high quality music
instruction to students of all ages, levels and backgrounds.
We help students realize their fullest potential, regardless
of initial abilities and goals.
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Is
there a registration fee?
Yes, there is a one time,
non-refundable fee per year. Please check with the Office for
costs and further details.
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How
much do lessons cost?
Please contact the Office for specific
costs.
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Can I
have lessons every other week?
The lessons are held once a week.
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Can I
have more than one lesson per week?
Yes, you can. However, the semester
tuition fee price is based on a once a week lesson. Please
check with the Office for further information.
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How
long are the lessons?
The private lessons are 30 minutes, 45 minutes or 60 minutes
in length. We also offer semi-private classes, group classes
and musical development classes. For additional details,
please refer to our Description of Programs.
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When
can I have lessons? What are your teacher schedules?
The school is open Monday to Saturday
from morning to evening. Please contact the Office for
teacher schedules.
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When
can I start lessons?
The academic year has two semesters,
Fall and Spring, as well as a Summer session. The Fall
semester starts in September, the Spring semester starts in
February, and the Summer session starts in July. However,
students are welcome to enroll after the school year has
started. In this case, tuition will be prorated.
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What is
the process to get enrolled?
Registration is on a first-come,
first-served basis. You can get the registration form at the
Office or on our website. Please fill it out and sign it.
Registration fee, tuition fee and performance fee are to be
paid at the Office. For additional details, please check with
the Office or refer to our School Policies in the brochure.
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Do you
offer an opportunity to meet a teacher or teachers to make
sure I like them?
You are welcome to attend the Open
House. Please check with the Office for the specific dates
and times.
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Can I
get an introductory lesson?
Unfortunately, we do not offer
introductory lessons; however, you are welcome to attend the
Open House. Again, please check with the Office for the
specific dates and times.
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My
child is very young. Can he or she have a lesson shorter
than 30 minutes?
The age a child can begin studying music varies. Readiness
depends on the individual, on his or her development, and on
family support for music study.
“Belle Arti” Center for the Arts offers lessons for
students of all ages. The
shortest lessons we provide are 30 minutes in length. These
are private lessons and are offered on the major instruments
for children ages four and up. We also offer group classes on
the major instruments for those children between the ages of
four to six who prefer to explore an instrument in a group
setting. These classes are an excellent introduction to
further music studies in the instrument of their choice.
Furthermore, we are proud to present our special and unique
Musical Aurora™, a class for children between the ages of two
to five. For additional details, please contact the Office
and/or refer to our Description of Programs.
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Do you
hold recitals for children? Where are they held? Do we have
to pay for them?
The academic year has two recitals.
They are usually held at the end of the Fall and Spring
semester. A
performance fee is applied to each student per semester.
Please check with the Office for the venue where the recital
will be held, performance fee and ticket prices.
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I have
a job that requires traveling a great deal – so I may not
have a constant schedule every week. How flexible are the
teachers to accommodate my schedule?
The lessons are held once a week. The
schedule is set at the beginning of each semester by the
Office.
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I am a
beginner. How well will I be able to play after a few months
of lessons?
Practice is the key for success. The
learning progress depends on how much effort and practice the
student puts into his or her daily schedule.
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What
are the teacher's backgrounds?
“Belle Arti”
Center for the
Arts has the most qualified teachers, all graduates
from such leading music schools as Manhattan School of Music,
Mannes College of Music, The Juilliard School and European
music conservatories.
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Do
teachers teach on weekends?
Yes, we offer classes on Saturday.
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Do you
provide references and biographies for your teachers?
We only provide biographies for
teachers. For more information please contact the Office.
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Does
“Belle Arti” provide instruments to the students?
Unfortunately, we do not. The
students must have their own instruments; however, if the
student does not have an instrument, information is available
through the Office.
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What
style of music does “Belle Arti” teach?
“Belle Arti”
Center for the
Arts is the first and only music school of European heritage
in Forest Hills. We offer the most advanced and competitive
curriculum ready to suit all student needs.
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What
are “Belle Arti”
cancellation policies?
If you
choose to withdraw, a full refund of tuition will be made
before the first class; 75% after the first class. There is
no refund after the second class. There is no tuition refund
for students who enrolled after the school year started and
received prorated tuitions. Requests for refund must be in
writing. The Registration fee is non-refundable.
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Does
“Belle Arti” offer
make up lessons?
“Belle
Arti”
teachers are not required to make up lessons by students.
Students and parents are responsible for all missed lessons.
We would appreciate advance notice if a student will be
missing a lesson. In addition, students and parents are
responsible for being on time for all lessons, as lesson time
cannot be extended if the student is late.
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Does
“Belle Arti” have
credit policies?
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Credits will be given for the
following reasons:
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- School is forced to close for
emergency reason.
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Teacher is absent and cannot reschedule the lesson.
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How
does “Belle Arti” bill for lessons?
Tuition is based on 16-20 weeks per
semester. Payment of tuition is due in full at time of
registration. The tuition payment for the first semester is
due in full by September 1; and the tuition payment for the
second semester is due in full by January 1. Tuition is
pro-rated for students who enter after the school year has
started. Tuition can be paid by personal check, money order
or cash. “Belle Arti”
Center for the Arts
reserves the right to cancel any class due to insufficient
enrollment. In such cases, unused tuition will be refunded or
credited. “Belle Arti” occasionally offers special
semester discounts. Please check with the Office for details.
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