Credentials/Certifications/Education/Honors/Awards:

• I have taken violin lessons for 17 years and piano lessons for 14 years.
• Twice, I won the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Bach Double Competition and had the privilege of performing with the MSO.
• In December 2014, I auditioned for the UWM Music Festival and was selected as a participant.
• I have completed 9 semesters of intense music pedagogy classes.
• I am currently in my senior year of college pursuing a major in music

Primary Focus/Instrument Specialty/Store Location:

• Violin and Piano, Waukesha and Germantown

# of Years with White House:

• Started May 2018

Interests/Hobbies Outside of Work:

• Volleyball
• Traveling

What You Enjoy Most About Your Job:

• Being able to see my students learn, grow, and master their instrument.

Teaching/Professional Experience:

• I teach at Falls Baptist Music School and New Song, a community outreach program (2015-Present) – I have taught private and group lessons in violin and piano.

Music Styles You’re Familiar With:

• Classical
• Sacred

Teaching Methods:

• The repertoire I use for violin is primarily the Suzuki method, but I also supplement with other books such as Fiddle Magic and Fiddle Rhythms (Sally O’Reilly), Blue Book of Violin Tunes (Bonnie Green), and Songs for Little Players (Evelyn Avsharian).
• I have a strong focus on technique using a mix of Paul Rolland and Mimi Zweig’s techniques.
• For piano, I use a variety of method books and supplement with other sheet music.

Expectations of Students:

• I expect my students to do their best, practice consistently, and work hard in order to improve their playing.

Anything Else You Want Your Students to Know:

• Bring your instrument, music, and a notebook to your lessons with a positive attitude ready to learn!

Credentials/Certifications/Education/Honors/Awards:

Bachelor’s degree from Belarusian State Academy of Arts

Primary Focus/Instrument Specialty/Store Location:

Germantown

# of Years with White House:

2019-Present

Interests/Hobbies Outside of Work:

Music composing, sound engineering, keyboard player at church

What You Enjoy Most About Your Job:

I enjoy seeing my students’ progress

Teaching/Professional Experience:

4 years of teaching piano and music theory classes

Music Styles You’re Familiar With:

Classical

Teaching Methods:

The Alfred method is my favorite, but I try to use an individual approach for each student that best suits their personality (The Bastien, Faber, Kasschau, Fletcher and other methods).

Expectations of Students:

I strongly believe that practice at home is very important. I recommend that students practice at least 5 times a week, even it’s only for 10 minutes.

Anything Else You Want Your Students to Know:

I grew up in Belarus and moved to the United States in 2016 

Education

Private Piano lessons with Martha Brueggeman for 12 years

Received highest achievement score from the Wisconsin Music Teachers Association

Received a superior plus ranking form the National Guild of Piano Teachers Association

Achieved Top Talent Circle honors

Received the Ten Year Paderewski Medal

Private violin lessons with Jennifer Startt (the 2nd violin principe of Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra)

Received first place in the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music 2006 Scholarship Competition for violin

 Professional/Teaching Experience

White House of Music (2019-Present)

Teaching Methods & Musical Styles/Genres Taught

Methods: Classical, Alfred and Faber books, Masterwork Classics

Styles/Genres: Classical, Romantic, 20th Century, Baroque

Expectations of Students

Responsibility, effort, passion, motivation, excellence, patience, obedience, a willingness and drive to succeed at their instrument and an amiable attitude towards achieving goals.

What I want my Students to Know

Becoming a remarkable piano player takes dedicated practice. I will teach you everything I know but ultimately it's up to your devotion and the attitude you give to the instrument that will blossom you into a noteworthy pianist. Learning the piano should be enjoyable and will teach you many life lessons. The end result of your hard work will be the ability to unleash your emotions through music and an outlet for expressing feelings to your listeners for their enjoyment.

What You Enjoy Most About Your Job

I enjoy investing in student's lives and helping them grow in their piano studies.

Professional Experience

• Regularly play for church services 
• Accompanist for piano concertos with Federation, Solo & Ensemble, and other soloists 
• Currently conducting children’s and an adult choir at a church 
• Adjudicator for National Federation for Junior Music Clubs 
• Arrange recitals, plan and play for weddings, funerals, and special events 
• Home-schooled all four of my children from kindergarten through high school

Teaching Experience

Private piano teacher at White House of Music West Bend 
Self Employed Piano Teacher, Nancy Fritz Piano Studio 1979- present

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Classical and Sacred/Hymns

Teaching Methods

• Faber and Faber Piano Adventures 
• Alfred’s Basic and Early Beginner 
• Numerous supplementary books 
• Hal Leonard Scales, Patterns, and Improvs 
• I like to teach theory along with lessons either as a separate study or just to incorporate the concept to help learn the piece. 
• Duets are great fun as well! 

I like to fit the method to the student and how they learn best

Expectations of Students

Consistent practice at home is what makes the difference. When a student comes to their lesson prepared they feel a sense of accomplishment giving us time at the lesson to work on the more musical aspects of the piece. I encourage communication and feedback from parents especially with young children.

Professional Experience

Brass Bell Music Store (2016) - currently teach private violin lessons from beginner to intermediate levels

Teaching Experience

Falls Baptist Music School 2013-2016, taught private lessons as well as group lessons with students ranging from beginner to advanced (ages 3-17), assisted in several summer music camps (ages 4-25) Wisconsin International Academy 2015-2016, assisted in organizing a small music program, taught private and group lessons to Chinese high school students.

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Violin and Viola: Classical, Sacred and Ear training

Piano: Classical, Sacred (Hymn playing)

Teaching Methods

I use mainly Suzuki, but supplement with books such as the Bonnie Blue Book, Fiddle Rhythms/Magic, and other method books such as the Royal Conservatory, Canadian Series, and Barber. Piano: I use my own ear training, scales, and warm ups, and use the Alfred Series for pieces. Once the student has completed the Alfred books, I use a variety of popular advanced classical pieces.

Expectations of Students

Students should come to a lesson on time with their music, instrument, and practice chart/notebook. They should be fully prepared to perform their goals assigned the previous week, and be ready for helpful tips and comments given by the teacher. After receiving the new assignments, they should go home and practice as many days as possible focusing on completing each daily goal.

What I Want My Students To Know

I believe that it is important for students to be able to memorize a piece and perform it for an audience. Not only does this bring closure to a given piece, but it also develops confidence of their ability. When I feel that several students have reached the level of mastery in a piece I will arrange a recital for them to participate in.

Professional Experience

Active church musician (Grace in Downtown Milwaukee, Woodlawn in West Allis) Regular solo piano performances (at Menards!) Various local rock groups (mostly a roots-rock band called Heavy Leaves)

Teaching Experience

Wisconsin Lutheran High School (2014-present) St. Marcus Lutheran School (2015-present)

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

I try to have a balanced approach between classical, jazz, and pop/rock styles. It's all music; it's all there for us to explore.

Teaching Methods

In my guitar lessons, I have been using Hal Leonard and Essential Elements books. They have a nice balance of different musical styles and approaches to learning. For my more advanced guitar students, I like to use William Leavitt's Modern Method for Guitar. In piano lessons, I use both the Faber and Alfred series, which are the most popular methods.

Expectations of Students

I expect my students to show up on time and have a good attitude. I also expect my students to be curious and artistic in their approach to music lessons. Lastly, I expect all my students to enjoy practicing and performing regularly.

What I Want My Students To Know

Before becoming a musician, I studied to be a pastor! Also, besides music, I enjoy thrifting, staying active, being outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.

Professional Experience

Took part in Indiana University Summer String Academy in 2010

Teaching Experience

Falls Baptist Music School (2013-2015)- Teaching lessons to elementary through junior high age students 
New Song (2013-2015)- Teaching lessons to elementary students

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Classical and Sacred

Teaching Methods

Violin and Viola- I use Suzuki as a basic framework and supplement with some other books and sheet music. 
Piano- I use a variety of method books (Alfred, Faber, etc.) and supplement some additional pieces.

Expectations of Students

Students should have a desire to learn, practice diligently, enjoy music, and desire to develop to their full potential.

Professional Experience

• Lead female singer, Groove Therapy classic horn band 
• Soloist, hymnal leader-5th Church of Christ Scientist 
• Soloist, UW Milwaukee Opera Scenes 
• Lead female singer, Rockerfellers pop group 
• Musical theatre roles including: 
• “Rebecca Nurse” The Crucible 
• “Nora Walker” The Who’s Tommy 
• “Brother’s Wife” Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat 
• Experience with regional theatre companies including Bay Players, Falls Patio Players, Milwaukee Rock Theater

Teaching Experience

• Led students ages 7-12 at dance camp
• Vocal music director for Milwaukee Rock Theater’s “Rock on Broadway” adult performance 
• Vocal music director for Imagination Theatre’s “Oliver” large cast of children and adults

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Musical theatre, Pop, and Opera/Art Songs

Teaching Methods

Every student is an individual. It is up to the student how they want to learn. I have experience with Alexander Technique training, Feldenkrais Method; attended “Learning Methods: Patterns of Being” workshop with David Gorman at UWM

Expectations of Students

To show up with music and be willing to sing!

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Sacred Music at Baptist College of Ministry

Professional Workshop for Violin and Viola Teachers - Indiana University

Professional Experience

I completed two classical violin recitals as part of my college program; most of my other musical performances occurred through ensembles and small orchestras. I have accompanied WSMA and Federation competitions.

Hobbies Outside of Work

Sewing, textiles, and reading

Favorite Band/Musical Group

Any symphony orchestra

What I Enjoy Most About My Job

Working with people of all ages and watching them grow

Teaching Experience

Five years part time at Falls Baptist String Program

Nine years on and off coaching and accompanying for WSMA

2014 - Present at White House of Music

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

I specialize in classical and sacred music.

Teaching Methods

Strings - Suzuki with supplemental repertoire

Piano - Bastien with supplemental repertoire

Expectations of Students

Come prepared with your music and notebook ready to learn

What I Want My Students To Know

Bring your musical ideas, questions, and dreams. Come ready to explore and grow!

Education/Certifications/Memberships

Degree in Music Theory from UW-Milwaukee

Certified by the State of Wisconsin as a recreation technician

Have continued to take piano lessons on and off after college

Member of the State Board of the Wisconsin Federation of Music Club

Hobbies Outside of Work

Cooking, sewing, gardening, antique collecting, and framing

Favorite Band/Musical Group

Frog Water

What I Enjoy Most About My Job

Working with all the different personalities and figuring out what makes the light go on for each person.

Teaching Experience

Teaching piano for 25+ years - started teaching at home15 years ago.

Taught general music at two different grade schools.

Have directed several different church choirs.

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Most - classical including baroque, romantic, jazz

Teaching Methods

Piano Adventures by Faber is my favorite.

Expectations of Students

That they come to lessons prepared and with all their materials each week. If the student didn't understand something, that they make a note of it so we can clarify. Be honest.

Anything Else I Want My Students To Know

Piano is hard work - there is no way around it. However, so is anything in life worth doing well. In sports there are practices so you get better at that specific sport, and in piano you practice so you get better at playing not only piano pieces, but technique and theory on the way music works as well. Piano only seems more difficult because you have to motivate yourself to practice rather than having a coach tell you what to do and how long to do it. Music will be with you your entire life, long after you can play soccer or volleyball or basketball, so it is worth every minute you work at becoming a better player. Play away!

Professional Experience

Washington Caldwell School in Waterford, WI music director from 2008-2011

Teaching Experience

• Private flute and piano lessons for 20 years
• Taught in the CAP program at White House of Music from 1994-1999
• Taught general music, middle school choir and band from 2008-2011

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Contemporary worship music

Teaching Methods

I use mainly Bastien and Alfred, but supplement with various other materials

Expectations of Students

My expectation for my students is that they take the next step for them musically. Everyone is on a different level, so I like to see them focus on doing their personal growth.

Professional Experience

• Taught music in elementary schools: Herman Consolidated K-8 School, Hustisford Elementary
• Accompany High School Musicals: Mayville Elementary, Saylesville Elementary, St. Mary Mayville Catholic K-8, Theresa-Lomira Catholic K-8.
• Church organist and choir director for St. Mary's in Mayville for years. The past 21 years I have been working at St. Mark Episcopal in Beaver Dam, as the organist, and several years as the choir director.
• Wedding organist for years as well as accompany solo-ensembles. Since 2005, I do substitute teaching for West Bend Public Schools.

Teaching Experience

In the past, I taught piano lessons at our home and students participated in piano spring auditions. I have been employed as a piano instructor at West Bend White House of Music since 2005. My students' ages range from five years to 80 years.

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

I have worked with all kinds of music styles over the years.

Teaching Methods

I use piano method books that apply to a student's background, age, knowledge, and goals. Through the interview we discuss student goals and background. I use Bastien, Alfred Premier, Noona mostly.

Expectations of Students

I expect them to practice almost daily at home, repeat an assigned section 5 times a day, review one old song daily, bring materials to the lesson and always have three songs to share when someone asks for music.

Professional Experience

• Watertown Area Chamber Orchestra – oboe, 20 years 
• Kettle Moraine Symphony – substitute oboist, 5 years

Teaching Experience

• Piano and Instrumental Lessons, home studio – Sept 1992-Present 
• Volunteer Sunday School teacher – August 2012-present 
• Classroom teaching at various levels – August 2001-November 2007 
• Instrumental Music Instruction, Middle School Level – 1994-1999

Professional Experience

Soloist and accompanist in church and accompanied in dramatic productions

Teaching Experience

• 1983-1985 Elementary Teacher Gr.4-7 in Florida plus piano students
• 1985-1988 Elementary Teacher K4, K5 in Michigan
• 1988-1997 Elementary Teacher 1st, 4th, 5th in Guam plus piano students
• 1997-2003 Elementary Teacher 6th in Wisconsin plus piano students

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Classical and sacred

Teaching Methods

It depends on the individual student. I like to use the series that best suits their personality. I would like to utilize theory lessons, flashcards, and games to reinforce concepts.

Expectations of Students

To practice and come prepared for the lesson and to come to the lesson ready to learn.

What I Want My Students To Know

I love to play the piano! I started taking lessons at the age of 5 and took 16 years of lessons. I play mostly for church and my own enjoyment now, but have in the past played for weddings, choirs, and dramatic productions. My youngest student was 4 and my oldest student was an adult. There have been many students of many ages in between.

Education

BA Music Education and Elementary Education

MME Masters of Music Education

Past board member of WCDA

Director of WCDA Singing in WI (2x) and NEIACDA Children's Honor Choir

Master Adjudicator for WSMA

Professional/Teaching Experience

Retired vocal and general music teacher

Dubuque Chorale Associate Director

Dubuque Choral Children's Choir, Accompanist

Directed over 20 school and community musicals

Acted in many community theater companies

Sung in a few community operas

Teaching Methods & Musical Styles/Genres Taught

Vocal methods based on classical style of singing. Influenced by research of Clippinger, Vernard, and Phillips. Piano method used is the Bastien Piano Series.

I have taught students interested in all styles of music. I specialize in helping students connect the breathing process to vocalization.

Expectation of Students

Vocal students will need to purchase "The Clippinger Class - Method of Vocal Culture" and practice assigned vocal exercises in addition to specific songs being studied. Piano students will need to purchase a Bastien Series piano book and practice assigned pieces and theory exercises often between lessons.

What I Want My Students to Know

My goal as a teacher is to find what level a student is able to perform as a musician and help the student progress in skill as musician and inspire them to be self motivating in their study of music.

What You Enjoy Most About Your Job

What I enjoy most about teaching music is helping students grow to the point they know they have understood or mastered a skill. In other words, I love helping students become better musicians.

Hobbies Outside of Work

I enjoy cooking, sewing, gardening, composing, painting, researching many things, singing, travel, and being with friends and family.

Professional Experience

I have accompanied several musicals and private recitals including “Hansel & Gretel”, “Godspell”, and “Annie Get your Gun”.

Teaching Experience

• Holy Assumption School Piano & Classroom Music, Program for Visually Impaired
• Private Home Studio
• Carroll University Academy Program
• White House of Music

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Classical music is my favorite. I love old standards and music from the 70s and 80s.

Teaching Methods

Alfred’s Premier Piano Course, Piano Adventures by Faber & Faber, and Hal Leonard Student Piano Library

Expectations of Students

The Music Tree by Frances Clark, Hal Leonard Solos, and some Faber & Faber

Professional Experience

Luther Manor Nursing Home-assisted and organized programming and music for the elderly

Teaching Experience

• 25 years-Waukesha Public Schools-aided children with learning difficulties
• Church-Superintendent

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

New age-classical

Teaching Methods

CAP, Faber & Faber, have had experience with some others

Expectations of Students

To do homework and practice

What I Want My Students To Know

I’m very aware of different learning styles and try to adapt the lessons accordingly.

Professional Experience

Director of Music (full-time position), St. Monica Church, Mishawaka, IN (1978-1981) 
Director of Music (full-time position), St. Joseph Church, Waukesha, WI (1981-1985) 
Director of Music (full-time position), St. Agnes Church, Butler, WI (1985-present)

Teaching Experience

White House of Music (1987-present); individual piano lessons

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Classical; popular; and easy jazz (as long as it is notated)

Teaching Methods

I choose the method according to the speed that the student is capable of learning. I am fond of the Faber series. With later-intermediate and advanced students I just use standard piano literature.

Expectations of Students

To practice regularly and watch fingering and tell me what kind of music they Most enjoy playing.

What I Want My Students To Know

I really enjoy teaching and interacting with students.

Professional Experience

• Solo pianist volunteer for many events
• Accompanist for vocalists in weddings, etc

Teaching Experience

• Private home instruction from 1992-present
• White House of Music Come and Play instructor, 1997-01
• Private piano instructor, White House of Music, 1992-present

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Classical, pop, and jazz

Teaching Methods

Faber & Faber is the method I use most often; however, I do use Hal Leonard, Alfred, and Bastien as well.

Expectations of Students

To follow and practice their piano assignments and to pay attention and listen.

What I Want My Students To Know

I like to introduce many different books and styles of music to keep the student interested and excited about playing.

Professional Experience

General classroom and school music; accompanying choirs, groups, solos; accompanying congregational singing at church; performing piano solos and duets

Teaching Experience

1983-1996 and 2006-2010 – Classroom teacher, including academic subjects, music and choir, grades K-8

1983 to present – private piano lessons for students of all ages and levels, from beginning to advanced; Teaching at White House of Music since 2000

Music Styles I’m familiar with

Classical, some popular music, folk tunes, hymns

Teaching Methods

I most often use Faber and Alfred, but if a student/parent has a preference about books and music, I’m happy to work with them. I also ask student to choose some of the songs and styles of music that they enjoy.

Expectations of students

Practice 4-5 days per week, including learning new pieces, reviewing previously learned music, memorizing, sightreading, practicing exercises and scales, completing theory pages. I also expect most students to participate in at least one recital per year.

What I want my students to know

First of all, I love teaching piano lessons! It’s one of the highlights of my week. I want my students to enjoy learning to play, so we use a variety of music, games, worksheets, challenges, and contests to keep students progressing. I’ve had experience with many students and can always work with a student who is willing to learn.

Professional Experience

Registered Music Therapist-able to adapt piano to special needs, Church Musician

Teaching Experience

• Private piano lessons 1983-present, age 4 and up
• Kindermusik infant-age 7

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Wide range – try to incorporate a variety of styles for a well rounded education

Teaching Methods

Alfred, Hal Leonard, Faber & Faber

Expectations of Students

Practice on a regular basis, at least 4-5 times a week even if for 10 minutes.

What I Want My Students To Know

I have a strong faith which drives my actions and morals.

Professional Experience

Wisconsin Lutheran College: Bachelor of Arts in Vocal Performance

I sing professionally at functions such as weddings and funerals.

Teaching Experience

I’ve taught private music lessons for the past two and a half years. I teach sight reading/singing, music theory, and aural skills to students ages four and up.

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Voice: Opera, art song, pop, music theatre, and contemporary Christian. Languages include English, Italian, German, French, Spanish and Latin. I am also proficient in the International Phonetic Alphabet.

Piano: Classical, musical theatre and contemporary Christian.

Teaching Methods

Because every student is different, there isn’t a specific series I utilize. I’ve used Bastein, Faber Piano Adventures, Alfred, Piano Town and Hanon. I also like to work with music the student picks, such as Harry Potter or Star Wars. For voice lessons, I have a wide library of repertoire and use Alexander Technique.

Expectations of Students

I expect that my students practice every week and come to their lessons with a positive attitude and a smile!

What I Want My Students To Know

I love movies and love to learn music from movies! I’ll sing along to Disney songs any day!

Education and Previous Work

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Mount Mary College, Milwaukee, 1996— Major: English.

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Carthage College, Kenosha, WI, 1986— Major:Music, Minor: History.

Member Sigma Alpha Iota - Honorary Music Fraternity

Member Phi Alpha Theta - Honorary History Fraternity

Winner of Sigma Alpha Iota College Honor Award

Teaching Experience

Private Teacher - 3 years

White House of Music Instructor - 22 years

Professional experience as accompanist and church musician

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Classical, folk, and contemporary

Teaching Methods & Musical Styles/Genres Taught

Primary Method - Alfred's Premier Piano Course

Alternative Methods - Piano Adventures (Faber), and Hal Leonard

Focus on classical technique. Popular music, jazz and blues styles are taught using written sheet music.

Expectations of Students

Students should commit to a consistent practice routine in order to achieve results. Students will be expected to memorize recital pieces and perform in two recitals each year. Students are required to keep fingernails short in order to play with the proper hand position and technique.

What I Want My Students To Know

I want my students to know how to read music. I want my students to know how to express themselves through music. I want my students to know the basics of music theory and music history

Favorite band/musical group

Classical composers: J.S. Bach and Frederic Chopin

I'm an avid listener of world music and an '80s new wave fan

What You Enjoy Most About Your Job

I enjoy the "aha" moment when a student masters a new skill. I enjoy teaching pieces that a student has always wanted to learn. I enjoy the smile on a student's face after a great performance. I enjoy listening to my students' stories!

Hobbies Outside of Work

Member Wisconsin Writes Association

Drama Movies Editor at Bellaonline.com

Education

Bachelors Degree in Music & History from Ripon College

Hobbies Outside of Work

Reading, knitting, running, eating cheese, and Garfield

Favorite Band or Musical Group

Mumford & Sons, The Beatles, and the Hamilton soundtrack

What I Enjoy Most About My Job

Working with such a fun group of people who are passionate about music!

Teaching Experience

I've been teaching piano and oboe for 15 years, seven of which have been at White House of Music. I have a BA in Music Performance with an emphasis on oboe and classic piano.

Music Styles I’m Familiar With

Classical, popular, Broadway Musicals, and sacred

Teaching Methods

Piano: Faber Piano Adventures, Alfred's Premier, and Bastien

Oboe: Rubank, Essential Elements, and Barret & Sellner Studies

Expectations of Students

I'd like my students to: come to lessons prepared, practice regularly, be wiling to work hard, and be honest with me.

What I Want My Students To Know

I want to give my students a love of music!

Credentials/Certifications/Education/Honors/Awards:

I have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education (K-6) + additional credits.

Job Title:

Piano Instructor

Primary Focus/Instrument Specialty/Store Location:

Piano Lesson Instruction - Waukesha

# of Years with White House:

7 years

Interests/Hobbies Outside of Work:

Visiting with family and friends, cooking, researching topics of personal interest, staying as active as possible, and walking outdoors.

Favorite band/musical group:

I love 80's music! Also 70's and some 90's pop hits. I also have some modern favorites but there's nothing like the 80's!

Teaching/Professional Experience:

I had my 1st piano student at 18. Since then I have successfully maintained a small to large studio over the past 18 years. I taught at Music Dynamics of Wales before joining WHM in 2011.

Music Styles You're Familiar With:

Classical forms from the 4 periods of music history is my forte, although I will teach some popular music.

Teaching Methods:

I use almost entirely Faber Methods, but will incorporate Bastien and Alfred if/as needed.

Expectations of Students:

I still believe in the old saying "Practice makes perfect." But even if a student doesn't have time for "Practice makes perfect," there is such a thing as "Practice makes good" or even "Practice makes ok," if they've had  busy week. My expectation for my students is that their practice falls within a certain average range of time per week for their current level and that they have access to an instrument to make this happen.

Anything Else You Want Your Students to Know:

I'm all for open lines of communication and teamwork. If there is ever a sudden or planned temporary but complete obstacle to practice, this can be worked around-provided that the obstacle is not indefinitely permanent.