Biljana has been teaching flute, recorder, piccolo and piano lessons in the New York City area since 1997. She has extensive knowledge and experience in the field of solo performing, conducting, orchestral, chamber and band music. Her students range from ages 5 to 65 preparing them for auditions, evaluations and competitions. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, private lessons help you achieve your musical goals.
LESSONS ARE SCHEDULED MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY
MUSIC STUDIO POLICY 2026–2027
TUITION RATES
Elementary students recommended lesson time is 45 minutes.
Middle school students and up, recommended lesson time is 60 minutes and up.
In Person lessons:
45 minutes — $75 per lesson / $300 per month
60 minutes — $90 per lesson / $360 per month
75 minutes — $105 per lesson / $420 per month
90 minutes — $125 per lesson / $500 per month
Online lessons:
30 minutes — $50 per lesson / $200 per month
45 minutes — $70 per lesson / $280 per month
60 minutes — $85 per lesson / $340 per month
75 minutes — $100 per lesson / $400 per month
90 minutes — $120 per lesson / $480 per month
CURRICULUM INCLUDES
Warmup exercises
Scales and Arrpegios
Technical exercises
Duets and Solos
Music Theory
Music History
Sight Singing (ages 9 and up)
REQUIRED MATERIALS AT BEGINNING OF LESSONS
2 notebooks
Music Stand
Metronome / Tuner
Blank Sheet Music
Music Books (recommended depending on student level)
The school year begins September 1, 2026 and ends June 30, 2027.
The summer schedule will be in effect from July 5, 2027 through August 27, 2027.
Monthly tuition reserves your weekly lesson time and is based on the full school-year calendar, not on the number of lessons in a particular month. During July and August, students only pay for the lessons they take.
PAYMENT POLICY
Tuition is due monthly and must be submitted no later than the 7th of each month.
Accepted payment methods include Zelle, Venmo, check, cash, and PayPal.
A $25 late fee per student will be added to payments received on or after the 15th of the month.
ATTENDANCE & MAKE-UP POLICY
Your monthly tuition guarantees a reserved weekly lesson time.
To qualify for a make-up lesson, at least 36 hours’ notice is required.
Same-day cancellations are considered late cancellations. Two same-day cancellation make-up lessons per school year will be allowed and will be conducted online.
No make-up lesson will be provided for a no-show.
Lessons may be conducted in person or remotely.
Students are encouraged to participate in auditions, evaluations, competitions, exams, festivals, and other musical opportunities throughout the year.
Students will also have the opportunity to participate in the annual spring recital scheduled for Sunday, April 4, 2027.
Thank you for your commitment to musical growth and excellence.
I look forward to another wonderful year of music making together!.
6 Practicing steps:
Clap and count
Finger and count.
Finger and Articulate (sing)
Finger, articulate and count (foot)
Play! (use 5 penny game, playing more correct repetitions.)
Set 5 pennies on the left side of the music stand. Each time they play the passage correctly, they move one penny to the right side of the stand. Every time they play it wrong, all the pennies have to go back to the left side. The goal is to get 5 pennies (or M&Ms or Skittles) to the right side of the stand.
*If your assigned music has not been learned after a 2 week period, you will be required to record yourself playing it every single day, and sending me a copy every night until it's done.
Please remember to fill out your practice log every day after you have completed your daily practice.
You will receive 1 sticker for practicing at least 4 times per week.
You will receive 2 stickers for practicing at least 6 times per week.
Your weekly lesson can count as one day of practice.
Do not let the discipline of music get in the way of the joy of music making. Yes, it is hard. Yes, it can be frustrating. But the joy students experience when they really get into a particular piece of music is something that can rarely be duplicated. Like anything in life, you get out of it what you put into it.
My goal as a private instructor is to help my students be the best they can be. I will help you have FUN with playing your instrument, and inspire you to make heart felt music. The quest for excellence is a lifelong process, but keep in mind that it is attainable for ANYONE! That is up to us to achieve, because if you think you can, or if you think you can’t you are absolutely right!
Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. Looking forward to a great school year!
After you have carefully read and understood the above policy, should you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me I’m more than happy to discuss your questions with you. 😊