© Hilltone Studios 2010 Hilltone Studios was founded by Leo Eilts,  of Spontaneous Combustion, and Jeff  Elsloo, both members of 3 Trails West  Band. They had a vision of being able to  offer online lessons using their studio and  other equipment they have available.   Video Switching units, a dedicated high  speed internet connection along with a  dedicated server were added and Hilltone Studios began to come  together. We invite you to explore the possibility of online lessons without the  hassles of traditional music lessons.  Our instructors are world class  musicians.  Our teaching methods are obviously state-of-the-art. We  can think of no easier way for us to help you learn to improve your  playing skills.  Schedule your lessons today! © Hilltone Studios 2010 Web Design by Curly About Our New Online Venture - “I think online live is the next best thing to one-on-one studio lessons.  There are certain things you can't do (like play together-but we try to get around that)  On the other hand, some of the camera angles are better views than you get sitting across the room from me.”   “In general people who teach bluegrass, folk, or acoustic instruments are hard to find. Most music stores offer guitar, piano, etc.-- so we can fill a need for people who live in isolated areas or just can't fit lessons in their schedule.    So with this, more people can take lessons that formerly couldn't. Just fire up the computer, and there I am. Also if you live on an oil rig in the middle of the ocean it's a little tough making a weekly lesson in Kansas City. (lol) But we could do it on the net!"