SoundCheck Music School
About
We love what we do! Our faculty is comprised of industry professionals who are passionate about music and music education. Our goal is to inspire our students to be the best they can be. We also have an amazing facility that offers both enrolled and non-enrolled students the chance to 'jam' with their peers, working collaboratively in a group setting.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
We take on students of any age/skill level. New students are always given the chance to sit down/meet with any of our amazing teachers to make sure they find the right match.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
All of our instructors are active in the local music community and have at least bachelor's level degrees in their musical area of expertise. Our Director Bill Finn has also studied composition, arranging and orchestration, written scores for a number of films and has a handfull of students he is currently working with. Our drum/percussion instructor Casey Palbicki just started his PhD in music composition at the University of Minnesota and will also be giving lessons in composition in the near future
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Our lessons are priced in 30 or 45 minute intervals and billed once a month. The biggest thing we ask for is a 30 day notice for any student that wishes to end their lessons with us.
What types of students have you worked with?
We work with students of all ages and skill levels.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
2 of our performance groups recently participated in a local fundraising event in downtown Chaska at the annual Angel Fest, hosted by the Guardian Angels Catholic Communtiy in Chaska
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Be open and honest with your musical interest and what you are looking to gain as a student. The more prepared you are with your goals the easier it will be for your teacher to create lesson plans for you.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What is my favorite style of music? Who are some of my favorite musicians? What are some of my favorite songs? What is my background in music? What are my goals on this instrument?