Best Amy Chaplin Podcasts (2024)

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372: How to Organise Your Music Studio and Life with Amy Chaplin 49:55

15d ago49:55

49:55

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Amy Chaplin, a distinguished pianist, teacher, speaker, blogger, and podcaster, who is passionate about studio business, organization, and life. Amy combines these interests through her blog, PianoPantry.com, and The Piano Pantry Podcast, as well as running an independent piano studio in Northeast Indiana.…

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BONUS: Clinton interviewed on Rewind Podcast 43:13

29m ago43:13

43:13

I was interviewed by Amit Weiner of the Rewind Podcast. His show's main focus is: How to Grow Your Music Career. He interviews musicians, composers, professors, and sound wizards, as they share their life stories and career decisions. We talk about some of my life story, how I got into music and became a piano teacher, and how I grew my studio. Rew…

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130 - Freezer Meal Prep with Michelle Kallod 26:41

24m ago26:41

26:41

Freezer meal prep with Michelle Kallod - a piano teacher from North Dakota who has run a freezer meal prep workshop for more than twenty years. Transcript Find the full transcript and show notes (including any links mentioned) here:https://pianopantry.com/podcast/episode130 Subscribe Join Amy’s email list Support the Podcast https://pianopantry.com…

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375: Meridee Winters Music Unpacked with Kate Capps 33:07

6h ago33:07

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In this episode, we explore the innovative Meridee Winters Music Method through the insights of Kate Capps, a key figure in its development and implementation. Kate shares her journey from discovering music at five years old to studying at Berklee College of Music and eventually joining Meridee Winters' Philadelphia school in 2007. Over the past 17…

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Crafting compositions with Jenny Walker 19:07

6h ago19:07

19:07

Jenny Walker is on the show today to share about her composing process. Born in Southampton, I now live in Lincolnshire where I have a successful teaching practice. I compose piano music and write songs and arrangements for my ladies; singing group. I play most genres; folk, jazz, big band key parts, popular music and classical. Find out more about…

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129 - A Process for Onboarding New Students 16:03

1h ago16:03

16:03

A process that creates a streamlined approach to onboarding new students so you won’t miss a step. This simple checklist will save you time and sanity. Subscribe Join Amy’s email list. Support the Podcast https://pianopantry.com/patreon Transcript Find the full transcript and show notes (including any links mentioned) here:https://pianopantry.com/p…

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374: So You’ve Read No Book Beginners… What’s Next? with Paul Myatt 38:29

10h ago38:29

38:29

In today's exciting episode, we welcome back Paul Myatt, a successful Australian businessman and renowned educator. As a founding Director of the Forte School of Music, Paul has spearheaded an innovative and thriving music education network that reaches over 4,000 students across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Known for his passion for lifelon…

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Developing a violin method with Crystal Boyak 22:46

3d ago22:46

22:46

Crystal Boyack is coming on the podcast today. We're discussing her creative method for violin students and what went into its development. Crystal Boyack is a leader in early childhood violin pedagogy and the best selling author of Wee Violin: Music for Young Violinists Preparatory to Twinkle. She currently teaches at the University of New Mexico’…

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25 The Way to Develop Intrinsic Drive (w/ Evan Mitchell) 46:25

4d ago46:25

46:25

Dr. Evan Mitchell, Assistant Professor of Piano at the University of Florida, joins us to share his ideas about how scientific studies and the Montessori learning model can be applied to the piano studio. We discuss extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, goals, rewards, deadlines, the power of a question, making things into a game, and teacher-centere…

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128 - Using 3-Ring Binders for Student Materials 13:09

8d ago13:09

13:09

3-ring binders are a great tool for keeping student materials organized. Here are some purchase considerations and ways to use them. Subscribe Join Amy’s email list Support the Podcast https://pianopantry.com/patreon Transcript Find the full transcript and show notes (including any links mentioned) here:https://pianopantry.com/podcast/episode128 Se…

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Preparing Piano Teens for the Next Level with Kate Boyd 38:45

5d ago38:45

38:45

Kate Boyd is on the show today and we're chatting about preparing teens to progress to music majors. Kate Boyd is the head of the piano area at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana. She regularly performs throughout the US and abroad as a soloist and chamber musician. She has a YouTube channel called “The Piano Prof” where she shares instruct…

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373: Meet Our TopMusicSheets Composer of the Month: Brock Chart 43:55

8d ago43:55

43:55

Join us in today's episode as we sit down with Brock Chart, our TopMusicSheets composer of the month. Brock is an accomplished composer, studio owner, and the founder of My-Melodies Publishing in Kansas. Renowned for his versatility across genres such as jazz, pop, educational piano literature, and film music, Brock has made significant contributio…

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127 - 4 Things for the 4th 6:10

23d ago6:10

6:10

4 things for the 4th that will help elevate your holiday week and the month ahead. Two are teaching-related, one just for fun, and one will help bring attention to the reason for the season. Join Amy’s Email List https://pianopantry.com/subscribe Support the Podcast https://pianopantry.com/patreon Transcript Find the full transcript and show notes …

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Community, Not Competition with Paul Myatt 21:35

12d ago21:35

21:35

Paul Myatt is joining me today to discuss the value of community and collaboration in the teaching world. Paul Myatt is a passionate piano teacher, author, composer, and workshop presenter. Paul co-founded the 30-year-old Forte Music School network with over 8,000 UK, USA, Canada, Australia and NZ students. Through Forte and Piano Teaching Success,…

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24 The Way to Evolve Your Studio (w/ Amy Chaplin) 41:19

18d ago41:19

41:19

Amy Chaplin is a piano teaching entrepreneur — In addition to running her private studio, she is a blogger, podcaster, and presenter! Today we discuss three of her “big picture” studio evolutions: lesson formats, group class scheduling, and dabbling in other ventures. We talk about the motivation behind making changes and advice on evolving your st…

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126 - ICYMI: Piano Safari Stuffed Animal Shopping Guide 11:02

18d ago11:02

11:02

The second ICYMI episode is here! - A Piano Safari stuffed animal shopping guide to help you build your own collection to support this method. Join Amy’s Email List https://pianopantry.com/subscribe Support the Podcast https://pianopantry.com/patreon Transcript Find the full transcript and show notes (including any links mentioned) here:https://pia…

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Creative movement and ensemble recitals with Juliet Robinson 24:24

24d ago24:24

24:24

Juliet Robinson is on the podcast today and we're chatting about bringing movement into every lesson and including ensembles in recitals. Trained as a classroom music specialist having gained a 1st Class Honours degree from Trinity College of music and a PGCE at Kingston Polytechnic. Spent over 30 years then teaching in the Midhurst area in the mid…

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371: Meet Our TopMusicSheets Composer of the Month: Jeff Millis 48:45

25d ago48:45

48:45

In today's show, we're thrilled to introduce you to our TopMusicSheets Composer of the Month, Jeff Millis. Jeff is a passionate musician who has been composing since his earliest memories of music. He teaches students worldwide through his unique online method, which emphasizes creativity from the very beginning. Jeff’s innovative approach and dedi…

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125 - RETREAT Teacher Talk with Michelle, Jeanine, Trudi, Mary, Krysta, & Becky 28:34

25d ago28:34

28:34

In this episode, Amy chats with six teachers who attended the 2024 Piano Pantry Retreat. You’ll hear the best of what they took away from the retreat. Guest include Michelle Miller, a teacher from Ohio; Jeanine Skinner, a teacher from North Carolina; Trudi Norman, Mary Majerus, and Becky Barber, all from Georgia; and Krysta Hawkley, from Amy’s home…

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370: How to Add Piano Accompanying to Your Income Portfolio with Dr Rachel Ehring 41:42

29d ago41:42

41:42

In today's episode, we delve into the world of piano accompanying with Dr. Rachel Ehring, a distinguished pianist, teacher, and music administrator. With a DMA in Collaborative Piano from the University of Colorado Boulder, Rachel brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. She is passionate about empowering music teachers to create engaging lesso…

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Presenting Tips with Amy Chaplin 31:55

27d ago31:55

31:55

Amy Chaplin joins us on the show today to talk about conferences, proposals and presentations. Amy Chaplin is a piano teacher, speaker, blogger, and podcaster. She loves supporting teachers on all things related to teaching, organization, productivity, and life on the Piano Pantry blog and podcast and through her digital organization coaching serie…

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23 The Way to Engage Parents (w/ Barbie Wong) 46:22

1M ago46:22

46:22

How do you help parents motivate their children to practice? Is there such a thing as a parent who is too involved? Should parents sit in on lessons? Barbie Wong joins us to discuss how to educate and engage parents so their children will thrive in piano lessons! Lots of great tips and stories in this episode! 10 Ways to Inspire Kids to Make Music …

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124 - Clean up Your Contacts 8:45

1M ago8:45

8:45

When was the last time you cleaned out your digital contacts? Have you ever cleaned it out? Whether you use Google or Apple’s iCloud Contacts, the process is the same. In this episode, you’ll get some tips on how to switch contacts managers including how to use Google Contacts on an iPhone, and steps for cleaning out your contacts. Transcript Find …

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369: My MTNA Keynote – Dare to Dream 1:04:36

1M ago1:04:36

1:04:36

I'm so thrilled to reconnect with you and appreciate all the positive feedback we've received about the podcast's return. In today's episode, I want to share highlights from my keynote at the MTNA conference in Atlanta this past March, titled "Dare to Dream: Why Students Need Your Vision." I'll discuss the importance of having a clear vision for yo…

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A week in the life 46:38

1M ago46:38

46:38

To celebrate the 300 episode milestone, I'm taking you on a journey through a week in my life. Hope you enjoy this different style of episode! Link to the August challenge: https://vibrantmusicteaching.com/8TFBy Nicola Cantan

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123 - Spotify Playlists: 5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do 7:51

1M ago7:51

7:51

Gear up for your summertime listening and learn how to utilize more Spotify features. Here are five things that you likely didn’t know you could do with Spotify playlists. I’ve been using Spotify for as long as I can remember, and these things took a while for me to discover. Some are features I stumbled upon randomly, and some were functions I des…

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Questions for all teachers to ponder 18:09

2M ago18:09

18:09

Today I'm sharing some intriguing questions to get your brain juices flowing. Hope you enjoy these doodles for your noodle! Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.By Nicola Cantan

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368: The 6 Cores of Music Teaching and Studio Business Success 12:39

2M ago12:39

12:39

In this solo episode, we're introducing an exciting new workshop, "The 6 Cores of Music Teaching and Studio Business Success." Drawing from my 14 years of experience, we're going to unveil essential strategies to help you streamline your studio operations and enhance your teaching effectiveness. Discover how focusing on six core fundamentals can tr…

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22 The Way Mnemonics Don't Work (w/ Samantha Coates) 37:55

2M ago37:55

37:55

Every Good Boy Deserves . . . ? We’re all familiar with these sayings, but maybe every good teacher should think about the usefulness of mnemonic devices for reading music. Samantha Coates is here to explain and demonstrate how these traditional teaching tools are confusing and a waste of time! Samantha Coates is an internationally regarded piano p…

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122 - Your Annual Website Update 8:46

2M ago8:46

8:46

Three questions to ask yourself when going through your annual studio website update. Whether you’re just making small tweaks to keep it fresh or doing a complete overhaul, these three items are always important to consider. Subscribe Join Amy’s email list Support the Podcast https://pianopantry.com/patreon Items Mentioned and Other Related Content…

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367: A Look Inside TopMusicPro Membership 30:47

2M ago30:47

30:47

In this episode, we're diving deep into the TopMusicPro membership for instrumental teachers. Launched in 2016, this membership has evolved significantly, and I'm excited to share our vision, mission, and the incredible resources we offer. From our extensive library of courses to our vibrant community and exclusive discounts, TopMusicPro is designe…

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How to Get The Most Out of Piano Teaching Conferences 25:19

2M ago25:19

25:19

If you're going to be attending a workshop, conference or other training event soon, make sure you listen to these tips! They could save you time, money and stress. Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.By Nicola Cantan

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121 - Purging Your “Idea” Clutter 9:43

2M ago9:43

9:43

It’s time to purge one aspect of your digital life, and that’s “idea” clutter. Idea clutter is all of those cool ideas you’ve seen or heard about on the internet that you’ve saved here and there and everywhere! Find the full transcript and show notes (including any links mentioned) here:https://pianopantry.com/podcast/episode121…

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366: How to Convert From Private to Group Lessons with Marie Lee 50:04

2M ago50:04

50:04

In today's show, we are thrilled to have Marie Lee back for her third appearance on the TopCast. Marie is the visionary creator of the Group Teaching Blueprint and the owner of Musicality Schools in Las Vegas. With a bustling studio of 140 students, Marie uses innovative group teaching methods to inspire and motivate musicians. In this episode, we …

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My experience with MTB exams 32:55

2M ago32:55

32:55

A reflection on my experience with the Music Teachers Board exams and who they suit best. Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.By Nicola Cantan

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21 The Way to Spark Motivation (w/ Amy Immerman) 45:12

2M ago45:12

45:12

Amy Immerman, Founder of Cincinnati Music Academy (a school that she helped grow to 750 students), joins the show to discuss motivation! Is it our job to motivate students? How can we help spark motivation? How can parental involvement help? We both talk about our own practicing and motivation growing up. Amy describes some engaging practice games,…

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120 - A New Teacher's Journey with Gretchen Steffen 20:42

2M ago20:42

20:42

In this episode, Amy chats with Gretchen Steffen, a stay-at-home-mom who teaches 15 students two nights a week. Gretchen shares her journey through her first three years of piano teaching. She has some great advice for anyone who is interested in getting started teaching but perhaps feeling inadequate in their own skills or unsure of whether it’s t…

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Answers for parents who question games in piano lessons 13:00

2M ago13:00

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Do parents ever ask you WHY you're playing games in your piano lessons? I've got the answers! Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.By Nicola Cantan

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365: Who’s Going to Tune Your Piano? A Chat With TopMusicPro Member Nikita Wilson 34:08

2M ago34:08

34:08

In today's episode, we're chatting with TopMusicPro Nikita Wilson, a piano teacher and electronics engineer hailing from the North West of England. Nikita shares insights into her creative teaching approach, spanning all music genres, and her passion for witnessing students' growth and personality development through music. Join us as Nikita discus…

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119 - Tap & Grow: Free Community-Based Marketing 12:05

3M ago12:05

12:05

Seven ways you can connect with and tap into your local community to promote awareness and, in turn, grow your business.Find the full transcript and show notes (including any links mentioned) here:https://pianopantry.com/podcast/episode119

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Fun ways to prep for recital 31:28

2M ago31:28

31:28

How do we make the recital preparation process feel fun? That's the question we're unpacking today. Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.By Nicola Cantan

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364: Meet Our TopMusicSheets Composer for May – Jared Abel 48:41

3M ago48:41

48:41

In this comeback episode of the TopCast, I'm excited to welcome listeners back and express my gratitude for your support and excitement to reconnect. Today, we're having a chat with Jared Metzger Abel, our TopMusicSheets' composer for the month of May with his diverse musical background and teaching experience. Jared shares insights into his compos…

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20 The Way to Count ... or Not! 56:20

2M ago56:20

56:20

Prompted by a lively discussion in the Facebook Group Piano Teacher Central, I decided to host a live debate on YouTube! This is the recording of our “debate” on counting. The teachers who joined me were Mike Langer, Brian Lotter, Jeff Millis, Val Muller, Harrison Richter, and Jordan Thomas. It was a very thought-provoking discussion where we discu…

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118 - Recital Programming Considerations 10:50

3M ago10:50

10:50

While it could be easy to just layer students into a recital program based on the order of age or repertoire difficulty, it may not result in a pleasing experience. Crafting a program that is positive for students, the audience, and yourself as a teacher (a.k.a. recital stage manager) requires a lot more thought, attention, and careful consideratio…

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Alternatives for Piano Recitals 14:15

3M ago14:15

14:15

Are you rethinking piano rectials? Here are a few alternatives you might like to try. Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.By Nicola Cantan

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117 - Embracing Micro and Macro Adjustments in Your Studio 16:29

3M ago16:29

16:29

Your business is a living, breathing thing with the beautiful ability to be flexible and evolve with culture, client needs, and/or personal life. Sometimes, changes and adjustments are needed at the micro level and sometimes at the macro level. In this episode, we’ll explore what that could be like for your studio and also hear about some of the ad…

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My top 7 takeaways from MTNA 2024 31:13

3M ago31:13

31:13

Sharing a few takeaways from the latest MTNA conference in Atlanta. Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.By Nicola Cantan

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19 The Way to Master a Multi-Teacher Studio pt 2 (w/ Jordan Thomas) 30:31

3M ago30:31

30:31

This is the second of a two-part interview. In the last episode, Jordan interviewed me about teacher pay, asking me about fair rates, negotiating, benefits, living wage, tuition rates, and teacher raises. In this second episode, Jordan asks me about other aspects of running a studio such as: What do you look for when hiring a teacher? Do you train …

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116 - The Case for Your No Makeup Policy 35:14

3M ago35:14

35:14

If you’ve ever experienced emotional labor determining makeup lesson policies in your studio, today’s episode will provide a little therapy. Australian-based piano teacher Samantha Coates invites a perspective that paints a vivid picture of why a no-makeup policy is absolutely reasonable. (This episode is a replay of Episode 066 - Samantha Coates o…

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What to say at the start of your recital 27:43

3M ago27:43

27:43

Public speaking makes many people nervous and it's the last thing you want to be worrying about when you're managing all the logistics of a recital. Tune in to hear my simple formula for your welcome speech at your next student concert. Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.By Nicola Cantan

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