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Lesson
Fees

Simple, fair pricing. No subscriptions. Pay as you go or in blocks. First enquiry is always free.

Live video call lessons

Live Lesson
Rates

All live lesson lengths are available. Rates are pro rata — the same per-minute value regardless of lesson duration. Choose the length that suits your schedule and budget.

Pro-rata pricing

These rates apply to live video lessons via Zoom, FaceTime, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or any equivalent video call platform. Payments must be made on or before the day of the lesson.

Duration Price (GBP) Notes
20 minutes £11.50 Good for young beginners
30 minutes £17.25Most popular Standard lesson length
40 minutes £23.00 Intermediate students
50 minutes £28.75 Advanced students
60 minutes £34.50 Diploma & exam focus

Rates are pro rata — proportional across all lesson lengths.

Video exchange lessons

Correspondence
Lesson Rate

Video exchange lessons are priced at the same rate as a 30-minute live lesson — giving you the same value of expert teaching with the added flexibility of learning in your own time.

  • Approximately 2 short videos (under 5 min each) per lesson
  • Detailed written and/or video feedback from Ruth
  • Personalised next assignment included
  • Feedback typically returned within a few working days
  • Weekly, fortnightly, or monthly frequency
  • Suitable for students worldwide, any timezone

Video Exchange / Correspondence

£17.25

per exchange lesson

Same rate for piano lessons and standalone music theory lessons via correspondence.

All options at a glance

Live Video · Short
20–30 Minute
Live Lesson
£11.50–17.25
per lesson
  • Ideal for younger children
  • Weekly or fortnightly
  • Real-time feedback
  • Zoom, FaceTime, Teams
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Video Exchange
Correspondence
Lesson
£17.25
per exchange lesson
  • Film yourself, get feedback
  • Any timezone worldwide
  • No fixed lesson time
  • Weekly, fortnightly or monthly
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First enquiry is always free — no obligation whatsoever. Ruth replies personally to every message.

How to pay

Payment
methods

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Credit & Debit Card

Visa, Mastercard, and all major cards accepted. Secure online checkout. International cards accepted with automatic currency conversion to GBP.

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Apple Pay & Google Pay

Quick, contactless digital wallet payments. Available through the secure checkout link.

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UK Bank Transfer

Direct bank transfer available for UK residents. Standing orders also accepted for regular lesson blocks. Cheques are not accepted.

Payments must be made on or before the day of the lesson. International payments are accepted via card.

Fair and transparent

Cancellation
Policy

Ruth's cancellation policy is designed to be fair to both teacher and student. If you need to cancel, please give as much notice as possible.

24+ hours notice Cancellations with more than 24 hours notice incur no charge. The lesson can be rescheduled.
Same-day cancellations Same-day cancellations are charged if Ruth attended and was ready to teach. The lesson fee applies.
Block bookings Block bookings that are discontinued early are forfeited. However, temporary pauses with sufficient advance notice can be accommodated.
Ruth cancels If Ruth needs to cancel, the lesson will be rescheduled at your convenience or your payment will be carried over to the next lesson.

Good to know

Lesson
frequency

Ruth is flexible on lesson frequency. Whether you prefer a regular weekly slot or a more relaxed fortnightly or monthly arrangement, she will work with your schedule.

Weekly

Regular slot each week. Best for steady progress and exam preparation.

Fortnightly

Every two weeks. Popular with busy adults and parents managing schedules.

Monthly

Once a month. Common for video exchange students wanting regular guidance.

Flexible

Lessons booked as and when needed. Available for ad hoc or seasonal learners.

Ready to begin?
First enquiry is free.

No obligation. Ruth replies personally to every message.