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Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Are Lessons with Scratch?

$125/month gets you TWO 1 hour lessons a month.

Where does Scratch teach?

I teach all of my composing students virtually over Zoom! You'll receive an email the day of your lesson time with a Link to join the Zoom meeting!

How Do I Schedule My Lesson with Scratch?

Students can use my online scheduling link to sign up for a time in my schedule that automatically works for them!

I suggest scheduling these every other week to give you time in between lessons to work on your assignments. but the schedule can be as flexible as you need it to be.

What if I've Never Written Music Before?

First-time composers are welcome here! The fundamentals of composing are universal and we'll spend our early lessons learning how to structure your ideas! You'll be writing your own music on Day 1. Don't doubt yourself!

I Don't Play an Instrument? Can I Still Compose?

Yes! Absolutely! There are several composers who don't play any instruments.

I also have experience teaching piano, voice, and guitar students. Many of my composing students receive a rudimentary understanding of piano technique through our composing lessons.

What Kind of Music Does Scratch Teach?

I have experience writing in several different styles! I've written for concert band, orchestra, choir, musical theater, pop/rock, and singer/songwriter genres!

The basics of composing are really universal and we can explore whatever genres of music you are most interested in while also mastering foundational techniques.

I Was Really Busy This Week and I Didn't Write Anything at all. Should We even Have our Lesson?

Yes! Yes! Yes! In my experience, showing up for your lesson unprepared is more productive than not showing up at all. If you're stuck and unable to write, there's probably a reason! In these instances, showing up for your lesson might be the best thing to help get you unstuck.