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Online music lessons
The online music lessons I'm taking are really great, and I've been loving the experience so far. But there are a few things that could use some improvement. With the whole pandemic situation, I get that businesses might be short-staffed, including this one. I think the surge in new sign-ups from everyone being stuck at home could be part of the problem. Also, it seems like some customers don't quite understand how auto-renewal works, even though it's pretty common for online subscriptions. Personally, I had no trouble finding the auto-renewal option in my account settings and turned it off right away. Plus, if you're paying with a credit card, you always have the option to dispute charges if you think you've been billed incorrectly, which gives you some extra protection.
Online music lessons
I've heard some folks talk about how they don't like the automatic renewal setup, but man, the lessons and stuff you get on this platform are top-notch. I've taken a bunch of online courses and let me tell ya, they're really well-done. Even the basic courses are great for beginners, although you can find similar ones elsewhere. And being able to watch lessons from famous artists? That's a whole other level of learning, let me tell you. So yeah, if you can handle the cancellation process, I'd say the classes on offer here are definitely worth it.
Online music lessons
I started taking blues guitar lessons with Keith Wyatt, and I gotta tell you, he's an amazing teacher. The lessons were tough, but I learned a ton while I was studying with him. Unfortunately, I had to stop for a bit because of personal stuff, but now I'm back at it with jazz guitar lessons from Dave Stryker. The video feedback system is really cool and helpful, especially for online lessons. I really like how challenging the lessons are, they work for both beginners like me and more advanced players too. Can't wait to keep learning and improving!
Piano lessons with Zachary
Taking piano lessons with Zachary has been incredible. He's a fantastic teacher who really knows what he's talking about. I've already learned a ton from him and have seen a big improvement in how I play. His teaching style is clear and easy to follow, and he's always encouraging and supportive. I'm thrilled with how much I've progressed with his guidance. The platform is easy to use and has a lot of helpful resources for my musical journey. All in all, I'm really happy with how things are going so far.
Cello lessons with Mike Block
My cello lessons with Mike Block have been seriously amazing! The lessons are recorded, which gives me a lot of cool learning opportunities. I've made 7 videos in the past year, and Mike always has awesome ideas to help me improve my playing. Working with Mike is just incredible, and I'm so excited for more lessons!
Online music lessons
I just started taking some online guitar lessons to level up my skills. I did some research and found a program that seemed like the best bang for my buck. The lessons are super organized, easy to understand, and I’m getting the feedback I need. There’s a ton of different music courses to choose from, which was a big selling point for me. All in all, I’m really happy with how things are going.
Cancelled auto-renewal issue
I just dealt with a problem where my auto-renewal got canceled on my account. I signed up for two courses and made sure to turn off the auto-renewal right away. But even though I double-checked that it was off, I still got hit with the full price charge on the renewal date. It seems like there might have been some website updates that messed with how account info is shown, causing a mix-up. Luckily, I contacted customer service and they fixed the issue by giving me a refund for the charge that shouldn't have happened.
Singing and guitar lessons
The singing and guitar lessons I got were awesome. Michael Daves knows how to teach in a way that's easy to understand and actually helps you get better. I liked that he didn't waste time with small talk, just got straight to work. The videos and interviews with other musicians were a cool bonus that made the whole experience even better. It's obvious that Michael is a really good teacher who knows how to bring out the best in his students.
Health situation resolved quickly
I had a major health issue, but they fixed it super quick! I was a little annoyed at first because I didn't receive any updates, but it turns out they got it sorted out without informing me. Oh well, grateful for their help!
Video exchange program
The video exchange program at ArtistWorks is really something special. I love being able to submit my videos and get feedback from top musicians in the industry. It's been a huge help in improving my skills. However, I do have to say, the site itself is a bit of a letdown. It's full of bugs that never seem to go away. The search function is always wonky and the constant buffering drives me nuts. And don't even get me started on those email notifications that lead to dead ends on the forum posts. It's all pretty irritating. But hey, the quality of the instructors and the feedback I'm getting definitely outweigh the headaches of dealing with the site.
Banjo course
The banjo course material and teaching is great, I really dig Noam Pikelny's teaching style and those quick video responses. But man, the customer service is the pits. I tried to switch to a 12-month subscription and asked to cancel and get a refund on my 6-month plan, but I haven't heard anything back. It's been more than a week now, and they haven't even replied to my follow-up message.
