Policies

The following are Jazz Night School’s policies—please feel free to contact us at info@jazznightschool.org if you have any questions.

Registration and Payments

Ensemble registration is not solely on a first-come, first-serve basis. Roster requirements and student requests (1st, 2nd, and 3rd choices) factor into the assembly of each ensemble. Ensemble placements will be announced just prior to the beginning of the quarter. 

Payment of tuition and fees is due upon registration for Jazz Night School, and attendance requires payment in full by the first meeting of a session (unless special arrangements have been made). Payments can be made by cash, check, or credit card. Please note: Tuition not received in full by the first meeting of a session will incur an additional $100 charge.

Cancellations

Offerings may be cancelled if there are not enough students enrolled.

Registration Fee

Jazz Night School requires a $25 registration fee for all students at the start of each quarter. This fee goes towards registration processing and operations.

Late Payment Fees

Unless special arrangements have been made, tuition not received in full by the end of the first week of a quarter will incur an additional $100 charge.

Bounced Checks

Bounced checks will incur a $50 fee.

Absences/Cancellations/Rescheduling

Classes and Ensembles—There will be no credits, refunds or make-ups for absence or withdrawal by student. Homework assignments may be provided upon request. Make-ups will be scheduled for any instructor absences.

Refunds

Refunds cannot be given once classes/ensembles have begun.

Tuition Assistance

Jazz Night School’s goal is to make opportunities available to everyone. Partial and full tuition waivers are available. Learn more at our Tuition Assistance page. 

Instruction

Jazz Night School Instructors and staff are here to help you. Ensemble students should expect that a majority of their rehearsal time is spent playing music, that individual feedback will be given every week, and that learning music aurally and/or orally (without printed music) will be encouraged whenever possible.

Student Code of Conduct

Jazz Night School strives to provide an empowering environment for everyone to develop their authentic musical voice. We emphasize positive collaboration through listening and appreciation of the contributions of fellow students. Be supportive, kind, respectful, and civil to fellow students and instructors. Respect each person’s unique set of challenges and gifts. Students who are unable to conduct themselves in this manner may be asked by instructor(s) or staff to leave or stop attending their Jazz Night School studies, may forfeit tuition, and may lose the privilege of future enrollment. Students are asked to come to class prepared but we prefer attendance even if students are not able to prepare. Each student will have the opportunity to advocate for their own musical development - ask questions, make suggestions, and share your concerns with your instructor or staff. If you have to miss a class or performance, no problem - but please email your instructor and/or fellow students to let them know. We ask that students do not offer critical feedback to their combo-mates. Positive reinforcement is encouraged, but all critical comments should come from the instructor and the instructor only.

Facility Care

Please leave all areas completely free of all trash and personal items. No food, drink, or gum in the rehearsal rooms and no objects on the pianos. Eating is permitted at the lobby window counter. Students are expected to assist with the upkeep of common areas, rehearsal rooms, and equipment by returning all items they use to their proper locations (for example but not limited to music stands, cymbals, mic stands, amplifiers). Use the student door code (provided to students at the beginning of each term) to enter the building. If you forget your code, please wait for another student to arrive; do not ask students in class to open the door for you, as it is disruptive to the classes. Instructors and students are welcome to use the Jazz Night School copy machine for Jazz Night School printing needs. 

Property Damage

In the unfortunate event that any Jazz Night School property is damaged due to misuse, intentional actions, or by accident, the following policy will be enforced:

  1. Responsibility for Damages: Any individual found responsible for damaging Jazz Night School property, whether through accidental or intentional means, will be held accountable for the repair or replacement costs.
  2. Reporting Damage: Anyone who witnesses or discovers damage to Jazz Night School property is required to report it immediately to a staff member.
  3. Assessment of Damages: Upon receiving a report of property damage, Jazz Night School staff will assess the extent of the damage and determine the repair or replacement costs.
  4. Payment for Repairs: The individual responsible for the damage will be notified of the assessment and required to reimburse Jazz Night School for the full cost of repairs or replacement within a specified timeframe.
  5. Failure to Pay: Failure to reimburse Jazz Night School for the damage within the designated timeframe may result in further consequences, including but not limited to removal and/or prohibition from Jazz Night School

Room Booking

Enrolled Jazz Night School students are welcome to use un-booked rehearsal room time for their personal practice. 

  1. Reservation Process:
    1. All room reservations must be made through the designated booking system or by contacting the Jazz Night School operations manager.
    2. Reservations should be made at least one day in advance to ensure availability.
  2. Booking Procedures:
    1. Bookings are made on a first-come, first-served basis.
    2. Individuals can book rooms for a maximum duration of two hours per session.
    3. Continuous bookings beyond two hours require prior approval from Jazz Night School administration.
  3. Room Usage Guidelines:
    1. Rooms must be used for music-related activities only, such as practice sessions or rehearsals.
    2. Food and beverages are strictly prohibited inside the practice rooms.
    3. Users are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in the rooms. Any damages or excessive mess caused during the booking period will be the responsibility of the individual who made the booking.
  4. Noise Regulations:
    1. Users must adhere to noise regulations and be considerate of others in adjacent rooms.
    2. Amplified instruments or loud music may only be played in designated soundproofed rooms to minimize disturbance.
  5. Security and Access:
    1. Users must not share their access codes with unauthorized individuals.
    2. All individuals entering the practice rooms must have valid identification and proof of booking if requested by staff.
  6. Compliance and Enforcement:
    1. Failure to comply with these room booking policies may result in penalties, suspension of booking privileges, or other disciplinary actions deemed appropriate by Jazz Night School.
    2. Jazz Night School reserves the right to amend or update these policies as necessary, with prior notice to all stakeholders.

By adhering to these room booking policies, we can ensure a harmonious and productive environment for all members of the Jazz Night School community.

Performances

The end-of-session performances are a vitally important culminating experience. They are your opportunity to communicate with your authentic musical voice to a friendly and enthusiastic crowd. Be sure to enter the end-of-session performance date(s) in your calendar at the beginning of every session. The end-of-session performances are an opportunity to showcase all of your hard work during the session. For the performances, be sure to dress to impress and invite your friends & family. Jazz Night School staff will work hard to accommodate any performance time change requests, but may not always manage to rearrange the schedule, especially at the last minute.

Recording, Performance, and Photography Release

All performances presented by Jazz Night School (Jazz Night School) students/ensembles/performing groups and any persons performing or working with them (known collectively hereafter as “Students”) as part of Jazz Night School’s curricular or extra-curricular events may be audiotaped, filmed, videotaped or photographed. In addition, Jazz Night School may engage in commercial audio recording, film, video and photography projects featuring its Students.

Jazz Night School reserves all rights to these audio recordings, films, videotapes or photographs (known collectively hereafter as “Recordings”), including the right to broadcast, license, assign, and distribute the Recordings and derivatives thereof in all media, for any purpose and without limitation.

All Students assign to Jazz Night School all copyright and other rights in such performances and Recordings, including any rights to proceeds earned from commercial distribution or other use of the Recordings. In addition, Students’ names and likenesses in the published materials associated with these Recordings may be used by Jazz Night School and its agents. Jazz Night School is released from any claims arising out of broadcast, commercial distribution and promotion of these recordings. All rights in and to a composition will remain sole property of the composer(s). The Recordings may also be used to promote Jazz Night School and its programs.

Nondiscrimination

Jazz Night School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender, disability, use of service animals, national or ethnic origin, or any other trait or characteristic protected by law in admission of otherwise qualified students; in providing access to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at Jazz Night School; or in its administration of educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid, and other school-administered programs.