Tuition Information:
Seaton Studios Tuition Information
and
Business Policies
August 2011
TERMS
Lessons are scheduled for a 40-week academic year, consisting of
four 10-week quarters. In addition, there will be 1 - group
lesson, recital, or competition per quarter equaling 3-4
informal/formal performance opportunities throughout the year:
Please refer to the calendar for a complete list of teaching days,
days off, and quarterly performance dates and times.
August 2010 – June 2011 Schedule:
1st - Ensemble Event –
November TBD.
2nd - Holiday Recital -
Bethany Lutheran December 16, 2011.
3rd -
Formal Recital - Bethany Lutheran – March 16, 2012.
4th -
Rock Concert - Seaton's backyard – June 9, 2012.
Piano & Guitar Instruction consists of a weekly lesson of 30, 40 or more minutes plus 10-20 minutes working at a computer or listening lab assignment. Advanced students: When time will allow, advanced students are encouraged to take a 40 minute or longer private lesson.
Cello Instruction
lessons are scheduled for a 40-week academic year, consisting of
four quarters as well. Each lesson will take up a 30 or 40 or more
minutes. Listening lab available following the lesson - please
inquire. Advanced Cello Students: Are encouraged
to take a 40 minute or more private lesson.
TUITION
30-minute lesson for the academic year payable in four quarterly installments of 10 weeks per quarter.
40-minute lesson for the academic year payable in four quarterly installments of 10 weeks per quarter.
50 - 60 minute lessons available as well. Please inquire.
Each installment is due on or before
the first lesson of the quarter.
If mailing: send to
10128 Knoll Circle, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130.
Checks should be made out to Seaton Studios.
Seaton Studios hold the
right to terminate a student for failure to pay tuition in a prompt
manner as stated above.
MISSED LESSONS/CANCELLATION/UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES:
Please read carefully.
Students will not be entitled to a refund or
rescheduling due to their own cancellation of a lesson.
Make-up lessons will be considered at the discretion of the
instructor if time is available
during normal teaching hours.
There will be no missed lessons carried over to the next
quarter.
As a courtesy to the instructor and to other students requesting
make up lessons, we ask that you inform us as far in advance as
possible of any anticipated missed lessons. If no notice is
given and a student misses a lesson, (no show, no call) this
missed lesson will not be considered for a make-up.
Lessons which are cancelled by the instructor and which cannot be
rescheduled will be credited or refunded.
Similar to other educational institutions, we anticipate that
students will be continuing their studies on an ongoing basis.
In the event of termination of studies, notice is required
four weeks prior to termination. Any refunds of unused
quarterly payment will be given solely at the discretion of the
instructor, and will only be considered (assuming four weeks’ notice
is given) when the vacant timeslot is refilled. Our suggestion
is to finish out the quarter after giving notice.
UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES
- bad weather, school closure or injuries such as broken bones*,
long-term illnesses, etc. are handled the same way as a missed
lesson /cancellation. We will do our best to make up the
lesson(s) during normal teaching hours, but cannot guarantee it.
*Depending on the extent of injury, lessons can be modified to fit each situation. This will keep the student engaged and in their studies.
BEHAVIOR
Students are expected to be respectful and well-behaved at all times. Abuse of studio facilities or equipment will not be tolerated. Students are not allowed access to house or yard areas outside the studio without prior permission. Any children remaining in the reception area must be supervised by a parent or other adult. Students MUST bring their music books and three-ring assignment book to each lesson. A lesson may be cancelled if the student does not bring his/her music and assignment books.
DAILY PRACTICE
Students are expected to set aside an adequate amount of time for
daily practice (at least 20 to 60 minutes, depending on the age and
proficiency of the student). Students are required to prepare
ALL assigned pieces and exercises. For younger students,
parental involvement is vital to ensure that quantity and quality of
their children’s practice time. Continued failure to prepare
for lessons may result in dismissal from the studio.
Piano students
must have access
to an adequately maintained acoustic piano for their daily practice
(or, at a minimum, an 88-key instrument
with pedal and weighted
keys). Fingernails must be kept short to ensure proper hand
position.
Cello students same rules apply. Proper fitted instrument is required for all students.
Guitar Students
same as above. Listening lab optional.