Best Tim Topham Podcasts (2024)

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

6h ago33:07

33:07

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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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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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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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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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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PPP 358: Helping Parents Frame Music as a Gift, Not a Chore with Crystal Boyack 30:36

26d ago30:36

30:36

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’s Lab School and runs a private studio teaching Suzuki Violin and Music Together in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She loves spending her time gar…

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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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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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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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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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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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Celebrate with Me! 9:21

2M ago9:21

9:21

In today's episode, Rachel is celebrating the one year anniversary of her podcasting journey! She shares a recap of the past year since The Dynamic Piano Teaching Podcast launch and talks about some exciting things that are on the horizon. Don't miss the Celebration! Resources mentioned in this episode: (Some resources might contain affiliate links…

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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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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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E134: Can AI Create Your Lesson Assignments for You? - A Chat with Muzie Founder Sam Reti 38:52

3M ago38:52

38:52

Carly chats with Sam Reti, co-founder of Muzie.Live, about how his cutting-edge platform innovates music education and empowers teachers and students into the future of music learning, where artificial intelligence is not a threat to creativity but a tool that amplifies it. In this episode, we discuss: ● The creation of Muzie.Live and its evolution…

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E133: 10 SEO Power Moves You Need to Grow Your Studio 31:33

3M ago31:33

31:33

Unlock the secret to boosting your music teaching business with our latest episode, where Carly lays out 10 SEO strategies that promise to elevate your online presence. You're about to discover how to make yourself the go-to music teacher in the digital realm, attracting students with ease and growing your income. We tackle everything from mobile o…

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E132: Five Key Reasons You Can Hit Six Figures Teaching Music Online 29:18

4M ago29:18

29:18

Are you aiming for a six-figure income but have been told or believed it's impossible? Carly explores this question and shares five straightforward reasons why achieving a six-figure income through online music teaching is not just a dream but something you can actually achieve. It's a common goal to reach a six-figure income. But for many, it seem…

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Encore Presentation of PPP14: Mister Rogers' Code for I Love You 33:12

4M ago33:12

33:12

Mr. Fred Rogers was born on March 20, 1928. This encore presentation is in honor of his 96th birthday, with gratitude for his life, well lived. What an example and inspiration for us all! Learn more at www.PianoParentpodcast.com/143.

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E131: Taking Time Off: How to Build Flexibility as a Music Teacher with guest Kristin Hufhand 40:11

4M ago40:11

40:11

Whether for maternity leave, personal reasons, or simply needing a break, taking time off from your music studio can feel impossible. But how can you do it without feeling overwhelmed or guilty? In today's episode, Carly sits down with Kristin Hufand, a dedicated music teacher, wife, and mom, who offers valuable insights into making this transition…

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Wild Accompanying Tales + Invitation 6:33

5M ago6:33

6:33

In this short episode, Rachel shares some of her wildest accompanying experiences and invites you to her upcoming FREE LIVE Masterclass. Choose your date and sign up for the Masterclass at the links below. FREE LIVE Masterclass hosted by Rachel: "How To Earn Extra Income by Playing the Piano" Friday, March 15th 10:00 AM PST Monday, March 18th 7:00 …

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E130: 5 Proven Methods for Selling Online Music Lessons 15:02

5M ago15:02

15:02

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of selling your studio's services? The thought of marketing can bring up fear, uncertainty, and doubt. But what if we reframed how we perceive it? Marketing isn't just about selling—it's about sharing something wonderful. In today’s episode I’m exploring five methods that help you reframe how you think abo…

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E129: Teaching Beginners Beyond Method Books with Guest Tim Topham 34:09

5M ago34:09

34:09

Can you sense your students are getting bored or needing something new? Consider putting down the method books and really connecting with your students. In today's episode, Carly welcomes Tim Topham, a trailblazer in the music industry who challenges teachers to change their approach through creativity. You may feel like you lack creativity or coul…

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Creative Ways to Increase Your Summer Income with Amy Elmore 43:13

5M ago43:13

43:13

On today's episode, Rachel is joined by Amy Elmore to discuss two ways that piano teachers can increase their summer income that you might not have thought of. Rachel and Amy are each creating digital courses for piano teachers who want to increase their income and diversify beyond teaching private lessons. Connect with Amy: Email: amy@keystopraise…

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E128: Convincing Students to Take Lessons from an Online Teacher 34:30

5M ago34:30

34:30

We know how difficult it can be convincing parents to take lessons with an online instructor. This is a common challenge for online music teachers! In today’s episode we tackle this issue and hope to encourage music teachers to have confidence in their online lessons! While you may have felt discouraged in the past when a student has said “no” to o…

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363: Have You Subscribed? 7:23

5M ago7:23

7:23

Welcome back to another exciting bonus episode! Today, I'm thrilled to bring you a lineup of incredible updates and announcements, including the launch of the TopMusic Piano Podcast, hosted by the amazing Dr. Rachel Ehring. Our spotlight is on our latest episode, featuring Tara Mock on How to Have Conversations with Parents of Neurodiverse Students…

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362: Unfazed: Teaching Neurodivergent Students in 2024 with Confidence and Success 3:59

5M ago3:59

3:59

In this bonus episode of the Integrated Music Teaching podcast, we're announcing our upcoming webinar, "Unfazed: Teaching Neurodivergent Students in 2024 with Confidence and Success" featuring our expert educator Selena Pistoresi. This webinar aims to address concerns and provide guidance for teachers working with neurodivergent students, covering …

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PPP 357: Teacher chat with Becki Laurent and Clinton Pratt - Artful Dodgers 1:01:36

6M ago1:01:36

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What's your best deflection technique? Sometimes I'll answer a question with another question to avoid giving an uncomfortable answer. What's your piano kid's best deflection technique? Do they try to memorize all their music to avoid sight reading? Do they blame the metronome when they aren't able to play along with it? Learn some common "artful d…

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PPP 356: The Groundhog Day of Piano Lessons 25:47

6M ago25:47

25:47

Do you ever feel like you're living the same piano lesson week after week? Listen to today's show to learn some reasons why music is re-assigned at the lesson and how you can help your piano kid keep moving forward. Learn more at www.PianoParentPodcast.com/356

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Dynamic Accompanying 15:57

7M ago15:57

15:57

In today's episode, Rachel announces the online course that she is creating to help piano teachers who want to improve their accompanying skills and teach their students how to collaborate effectively. Rachel shares what it was like working as a full-time accompanist and how she transitioned into piano teaching. She also shares her word of the year…

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To a New Year: Happy 2024 11:38

7M ago11:38

11:38

On this solo episode, Rachel shares about her busy December and about what is new and exciting for 2024. She announces the new podcast that she will be hosting and gives a behind the scenes look at how it all came about. Resources mentioned in this episode: (Some resources might contain affiliate links) Benny's Big Dream (New Beginning Piano Sound …

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PPP 355: Take Inventory of your 168 Hour Week 32:08

7M ago32:08

32:08

24 hours each day, 7 days every week. We all have 168 hours each week. If we're not careful, those hours will get filled with other people's agendas. Now is the time to take inventory of your schedule and make time for the things that are important to you. Learn more at www.PianoParentPodcast.com/355…

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E127: 5 Easy Methods for Real Fun Growth 18:12

7M ago18:12

18:12

In this episode I share that we are doing a January challenge please note that the date for this challenge has moved to FEBRUARY! Find all of the details for the challenge here: https://www.teachmusic.online/challenge In the new year, we're all setting our goals, ambitions, and intentions for our next rotation around the Sun. As you're setting your…

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361: 2023 Wrap-Up & Sneak Peak Into 2024 44:10

7M ago44:10

44:10

Welcome to a special episode where we're wrapping up the incredible journey that was 2023 and offering an exciting sneak peek into what's in store for 2024. This live recording brings together our fantastic community of registered participants to dive into the achievements of the past year and unveil our plans for the future. I'll be sharing some n…

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Holiday Replay of PPP 266: "Down in History" 17:56

7M ago17:56

17:56

In the style of Mike Rowe’s podcast “The Way I Heard It” and Paul Harvey’s radio show “The Rest of the Story”, this episode of the Piano Parent Podcast brings you the backstory of a musician or song or a moment in music history. I use these musical mysteries to tell you something you might not know about someone or something that is somewhat famili…

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360: Introducing the TopMusic Piano Podcast 32:04

8M ago32:04

32:04

In today's episode, we're thrilled to share a major announcement. Dr. Rachel Ehring, our esteemed guest, takes us through her unexpected journey from our chance encounter at NCKP to her new role as the host of the TopMusic Piano Podcast. As a music teacher and director of a conservatory, Rachel shares insights into her unique career path, the chall…

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E126: Next Level Mindset and Growth w/ Guest Eric Branner 37:46

8M ago37:46

37:46

Are you ready to make some updates in your business? I'm here to encourage you that YOU CAN! It can be hard and scary to invest in yourself and your business, but if you do, you will see results! Today, I had the pleasure of talking with Eric Branner, the creator of Fons. We talked about motivation, connecting with others through music, using the t…

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