The Parkview Baptist School of Music is an entity of Parkview Baptist School and serves students in our community by providing excellent private training in the musical arts. We are dedicated to creating an atmosphere where students can develop musical skills, grow spiritually, and use their talents to glorify God.
Enrollment
Lessons are 30 minutes offered on a weekly basis for students in kindergarten through adults. Extended lesson times are available for advanced students and tuition is adjusted accordingly. Enrollment is open to PBS students, homeschoolers, students attending other area schools, and adults.
Tuition
School of Music tuition covers all lessons, administrative expenses, salaries, and recital expenses.
A $50 registration fee per year is required for all who wish to enroll.
Tuition for private study is $1,035 per school year. This may be paid in full at the beginning of the year or in ten payments of $103.50 due by the 15th of each month from August through May. There is a slight discount for families and/or individuals taking lessons for more than one instrument. Contact director for details.
Lesson books and materials are not covered by tuition. Your instructor will give you a list of any literature required for each semester.
How To Pay
PBS students will be billed electronically through their school FACTS accounts.
All other students will be sent a link to create a FACTS account through which payments will be debited monthly from your checking account.
Tuition may also be paid in full at the beginning of the school year through Candy Cope in the Business Office (white house).
End of the Year Recital
It is important for students to observe other students play/sing. There is also great value in students performing in public. Therefore, each student will be expected to attend and play/sing at the end of the semester recital and should plan to remain for the entire time. Adult students are not required to perform on recitals but are always welcome to do so.
Policies
Instrument
A student should practice on an instrument at home that facilitates progress. Stringed instruments, like guitars and violins, should be fitted to the individual and may need upgrading as the child grows. An acoustic piano is preferred for piano students and should be in good working condition and tuned regularly. A digital keyboard with 88 weighted full-size keys, a sustain pedal, and a bench is also acceptable for home use. The director and teachers will be happy to recommend dealers for new, used, or rental instruments.
Make-Up Lessons
There will be no refunds or credits given for missed lessons. We consider your private lesson time as a standing appointment. Please consider this when scheduling other activities, such as doctor or dentist appointments, etc. If a teacher needs to miss a lesson, they will notify the student in advance and make arrangements to make up the lesson. If the student misses a lesson, PRIOR NOTICE IS REQUIRED for the instructor to offer a make-up lesson option. If a student misses a lesson without any prior notice given, you will be charged for the lesson and a make-up lesson will not be offered. Lessons missed due to unexpected school closures will not be made up.
Lessons and Scheduling
To provide consistency and an atmosphere conducive to learning, all School of Music lessons are taught on the Parkview campus. No exceptions. During the enrollment process, each student will be assigned an instructor. The student or parent of the student will then be contacted to confirm a lesson time.
Registration and Commitment
When registering at the link below, a student is committing to an entire year of study. The $50 registration fee will be due and payable online at the time of registration.
Contact Information
School of Music Director – April Mayes april.mayes@parkviewbaptist.com 225-291-2500 Ext 148
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE END OF YEAR RECITAL ON SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2026