Lesson & Services FAQ | Sydney Northern Beaches | Avalon

Guitar & Ukulele Lessons FAQ

Where do you teach guitar & ukulele?: Dan teaches guitar & ukulele in Avalon, on the Northern Beaches. For Oxford Falls Grammar, Manly Selective & St Luke's Grammar Bayview students, I teach at the school during school hours. Oxford Falls Grammar School students should enquire through the school.
Will you come to our home to give guitar or ukulele lessons?: No.
Do you offer fortnightly guitar or ukulele lessons?: No. The term fees pay for reservation of a specific time & day per term. Fortnightly lessons are also far less productive and usually don't work out in the end.
Do you offer group guitar or ukulele lessons?: No. Everyone learns at their own pace. In one on one lessons, I am able to teach according to the individual.
Can I attend my child's guitar or ukulele lessons?: Yes. I always try to encourage parent's of younger children to attend lessons, all parent's are welcome both at my home & at the school's (OFGS parents will need to contact the school prior to visiting).
Can I have guitar or ukulele lessons with my child?: No. I have tried this on request in the past, & quickly realised that it is not an ideal approach. Separate lessons allow parent & child to learn at their own pace.
Can I get a Gift Certificate for guitar or ukulele lessons?: No.
If you can't fit me in at this time, can I go on a waiting list?: Yes. If I put you on the waiting list, I"ll contact you when a time becomes available.
Will my child miss class time if they have guitar or ukulele lessons at school?: Yes. The school's I teach at support music education, & realise it's potential in the development of their student's.

Instrument Services FAQ

Are you a Luthier?: No. I don't do complex repairs. Please see the restring & set-up page for information about the services I provide.
Where do I take my instrument to have it serviced?: Dan services all instruments in his home studio in Avalon.
Will you come to my home to collect/drop off my instrument?: No.
How long does it take to get my instrument back?: This question is hard to answer as all jobs are different. However, most restrings & set-ups are done within 48 hours. Dan will discuss approx turnaround times as appropriate, but if parts are readily available, most more complex jobs are completed within the week.