success could be only partial. such pupils spent time and money altogether in vain. no definite time was fixed for completing this course. some made more rapid progress than others, and accomplished in four years what would take others six or eight years to finish. students who did satisfactory work and passed the required examinations were granted diplomas. tuition for class lessons, two lessons per week throughout the year, was $45.00 ($22.50 for one semester); for private lessons, one lesson per week throughout the year, $51.00 ($25.50 one lesson per week for one semester); harmony for five or more students, $15.00 for the entire academic year (one lesson a week); piano rent, two periods each day, $10.00 per year.