FAQ
Where are you located?
1-2-1 classes take place from my home studio on Broadstreet in the city centre. Online lessons are via Zoom.
Do you need any previous experience?
No! You do not need any previous experience to join any of my classes.
What age can you start classes at?
My 1-2-1 classes start from 8 years old and upwards. If you have a child under 8 years, I always recommend that they attend a stage school or another group music activity first before coming for 1-2-1 lessons.
What time are the classes?
The 1-2-1 classes are normally 30 minutes and take place Monday-Friday and Sunday. I can do 45 minute lessons also, but they depend on my availability. There would also be an increase in the price for a longer lesson. The group class duration depends on myavailability and are organised on a per term basis.
How do I get in contact with you?
You can contact me via WhatsApp (083 0032263), Email (emelie@thevoiceboxlimerick.com), Instagram, Facebook and through the booking request page on the website. Due to a busy teaching schedule my official admin day where I answer all WhatsApp's, emails and messages is Sunday, so if you do not hear from me do not panic I will get back to you on Sunday. I try to get back to everyone as quickly as possible. If you have an urgent enquiry drop an email to emelie@thevoiceboxlimerick.com with 'URGENT' in the subject line.
How much do lessons cost?
I normally run per a term so the cost of my term lessons depend on what term you join as some terms are longer then others. Group lesson costs can change per term depending on my availability. If you are interested in a term it would be best to either fill out the booking request form or contact form and ask what my current rates are. If you are not interested in a term of lessons you can check out the cancellation lesson booking page where you can book one lesson for €20. Make sure you read all the information and polices about cancellation lessons before booking.
How do I book with you?
I have an online booking request form that you can fill out with all your day and time preferences! I normally run per term, but if you just want one lesson you can check out my online booking page for cancelation lessons. A cancellation lesson means that a term student cancelled one of their classes and that one spot is now available. Cancellation lessons are dependant on how many cancellations come and how early I am in informed of a cancellation.
Make sure you read all the information and polices about cancellation lessons before booking.
Do I need to bring anything for my lessons?
I generally recommend bringing a bottle of water to your singing lesson. I also love a nice list of songs that the student would like to work on! On the first lesson I will have to hear you sing a bit of a song. This is to help me determine what exercises would be best for your voice! I have ukulele's and a guitar available for anyone who wishes to use them during their lesson but do take into account any tuning of an instrument will dip into your lesson time!
Are there any hidden costs?
Once you pay for your lesson there are no more costs! I pay for all materials for lessons or make my own materials if something is too expensive! Everyone adhering to the cancellation and rescheduling policy helps me to keep my current rates and pay for any extra materials we use in the classes.
If I arrive late do I still get the full half hour lesson?
Unfortunately no! As there is only 3 hours per evening for in person lessons, I can not leave a grace period for students to arrive late. If you arrive late your lesson will end at the normal time. I have students back to back so I can run late due to the stairs coming up and down to the studio. If I am late for your appointment I will add on the extra time on for you as it was my fault.
Do you have a bathroom students can use?
Yes I do have a bathroom but please keep in mind that by using the bathroom it will take up time out of your 30 minutes lesson so it would be best to go at home before you arrive for your lesson.
Is there car parking at your studio?
There is no free parking available for the studio so park at your own risk. There is on-street parking near the studio and also parking in the euro car park before 6pm. You cannot park in the apartment block car park including the outside of the building as you may get clamped if you leave your car unattended there.
Can I bring my bike or scooter?
There are no bike racks or safe spaces for a bike/scooter near the studio so park them at your own risk. My studio is upstairs, there is a lift but it can be out of order sometimes. If you are travelling to your lesson via bike or scooter and want to bring it upstairs drop me a message beforehand to make sure the lift is working but keep in mind that the slower we take to go up the stairs to start your lesson the less time we will have in your 30 minute class. If you plan to lock up your bike/scooter outside make sure you give yourself plenty of time to do so as I normally can't go over your scheduled half hour slot so the later you are the less time we have in the lesson.
If I have to cancel my classes, can I finish my lessons next term?
Lessons cannot be carried over to a different term for example if you are booked in for the summer school all lessons must be completed in the summer and cannot be moved to the Autumn term. As much as I would like to allow crossovers, the autumn and winter terms book out extremely quickly and I just can't guarantee there would be a spot for any lessons to be made up from previous terms.
What happens when I book in for a lesson?
When you pick your dates for your lessons you will be sent a form to fill out and info on how to pay the deposit. Once you pay the deposit and fill out the form you will receive an email confirmation confirming your booking. The confirmation email will also include instructions on how to find the building.
Can I switch my classes to online if I have booked in person?
From January 2026 I do not allow students to change their booking types. If someone has booked in person they cannot change it to online and if someone booked online they cannot switch it to in person. As much as I would like to accommodate, it started to become very messy and progressively made me run late so I had to take it away as an option.
Cat Friendly!
My studio is cat friendly. I have two studio cats called Jiji and Midnight. They normally stay in the living room during classes but just in the event they will not stay in the living room you may meet them in the hallway. I just have one rule and that is to not pet them unless you have permission with me there. They are people shy so you probably won't see them anyway! Sorry cat lovers! If you have any animal allergies I would recommend changing your class to online.
Lesson Policies
Rescheduling and Cancellation Policy
If you need to reschedule a lesson you must contact me by 9am the day before your lesson! For example if your lesson is 5pm Monday, you must contact me by 9am the Sunday before. I will do my best to reschedule any lesson that gives this notice, however even with this notice, reschedules are dependent on my availability so they may not be possible. The rescheduling and cancellation policy is the same for anyone who books using a gift voucher. One time cancellation lessons cannot be rescheduled.
Payment Policy
A term booking is any booking of three lessons or more. As spaces are extremely limited, the reservation fee is non refundable. The reservation fee is not an extra fee, it is part of the full payment of the lessons you are booking. It is a security measure for myself so I know those that are booking will definitely turn up for their classes on the day and will not cancel at the last minute or just not show up. Once you pick your lesson dates you you have 24 hours to pay the reservation fee for your lessons. Failure to pay will result in your classes being cancelled. The balance for a term of lessons must be completed the week before your first lesson of the term. If you cancel your first lesson the balance is due the day you were due to start. If you cancel your term when it has already begun you must still pay any outstanding balances owed and you will receive a gift voucher for the remainder of your lessons. If you have any trouble with paying just contact me and I can work something out for you. Please make sure you can 100% attend a lesson before booking. Cancellation lessons must be paid for in full upon booking.
Punctuality Policy
If you arrive late your lesson will end at the normal time. I have students back to back so normally can't go over your scheduled time slot. If I am late to you downstairs I will add the extra time on for you as it would be my fault.