What primary services do you offer? 

Cello lessons; all levels. 

Violin, viola, and bass; beginning to intermediate levels. 

CASTLE ROCK ONLY:  piano and cello, all levels.


When do lessons start?

We are in our 1st Quarter. Late starts will received a prorated quarter.


What are the rates of your services? 

Tuition rates:

30-minute lessons = per quarter $350, 1 year $1,400.  Reduced later start:  $315. 

40-minute lessons = per quarter $450, 1 year $1,800.  Reduced later start:  $405.

50-minute lessons = per quarter $550, 1 year $2,200.  Reduced later start:  $495.

60-minute lessons = per quarter $650, 1 year $2,600.  Reduced later start:  $585. 


Tuition includes:

Seaton Studios is a tuition-based teaching studio. The expectation is that you sign up for a minimum of one academic year.

This year is divided into 4 quarters. 

  • 8+ Weekly lessons per quarter.  Quarters follow the Douglas County School District calendar holiday breaks.
  • 2-3 yearly performance opportunities. 
  • 3-6 ensemble classes per recital.  Ensemble classes are held on Saturday mornings or after lessons in the evenings on either Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. 
  • Highlands Ranch Location only.
  • Online sheet music at no additional cost.  Got a piece in mind? Seaton Studios LLC. has memberships with many online retailers.
  • With Sibelius Software, parts are easily adapted for your instrument and ability level when necessary.     
  • Physical music books may be purchased from the teacher.
  • Additional lesson times, at the discretion of the teacher.
  • Summer Lessons Optional - 5-weeks (1/2 a quarter tuition or drop-in rate). 
  • Castle Rock Location:  full 10-week quarter available for summer lessons.


Present Market Rates:

Average lesson cost is in the Denver-metro area now run: $85-$150 per hour, and $45-$75 per 30 and 40-minutes lessons.

Seaton Studios works very hard to offer as much as possible for optimum fun and learning at a fair price.  Pricing at Seaton Studios hasn't changed in 6 years or more.


Drop in lessons (non-tuition) are as follows:

Recitals and extra classes are not your thing?  I have the following drop-in rates available:


30-minute lessons = $45.00

40-minute lessons = $55.00

50-minute lessons = $65.00

60-minute lessons = $75.00


What are your terms and conditions? 

Payment for each quarter is due before or on the 1st lesson of the quarter.  Drop-in rates are due at each lesson, or figured out on a monthly or quarterly basis.


How do I pay for lessons?

Seaton Studios accepts checks, Zelle, Venmo, and cash.  Listed under barbara@seatonstudios.com and or my cell:  303-437-2407.   

Lisa Arons also accepts Zelle, Venmo, and cash.  Look under her name and phone number (will be given when you start lessons.)