Best Musiclessons Podcasts (2024)

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155 - Sean Murphy on Managing an In-School Studio of 100+ Students 30:14

5h ago30:14

30:14

Sean Murphy is a saxophone teacher who managed to teach 112 students on a weekly basis by teaching in schools, during the school hours. In our interview, Sean shares his scheduling strategies, communication tips, and how he keeps his income up in leaner summer months. A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at MusicStudioStar…

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Time in Music Lessons is Never Wasted with Eloise Hellyer (Part 1) 27:40

19h ago27:40

27:40

Today we’re speaking with Eloise Hellyer - Eloise is a violin teacher who lives and teaches in Italy, is author of the Book 1 Teaches, 2 Learn: Private Teaching and You and violinteachersblogdotcom In this conversation, we talk about Eloise’s experience practicing with and teaching her own children, the importance of music teachers, and what she ha…

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154 - Christopher Maloney on Starting and Selling a Multi-Teacher Studio (Part 2) 42:14

6d ago42:14

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Today’s podcast episode is part 2 of a two part conversation with a returning guest. Christopher Maloney was on the podcast last year to talk about founding Practice Warriors, an online practice program aimed at teen and adult students. You can hear that story in Episode 132. In that conversation, Christopher mentioned that he had formerly owned a …

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7 Expert Practice Tips to Help You This Week 29:36

8d ago29:36

29:36

This week on the Time to Practice podcast I am sharing expert practice tips from our guests on the show who we heard from in early 2024. Each week I ask our guests the question: "If you could leave listeners with one tip about music practice this week, what would it be?" These tips are too good not to share in a format that's easy to listen to and …

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Adding Sparkle to Practice with Leslie Thackeray of The Practice Shoppe 35:40

15d ago35:40

35:40

This week's we're speaking with Leslie Thackeray: violin teacher, parent, and owner of The Practice Shoppe (one of my favorite resources for practice games). We talk about when to know it's time to add creative element to practice like a game or short-term project, the importance of performance opportunities, and how to help with motivation, which …

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153 - Christopher Maloney on Starting and Selling a Multi-Teacher Studio (Part 1) 39:18

21d ago39:18

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Today’s podcast episode is part 1 of a two part conversation with a returning guest. Christopher Maloney was on the podcast last year to talk about founding Practice Warriors, an online practice program aimed at teen and adult students. You can hear that story in Episode 132. In that conversation, Christopher mentioned that he had formerly owned a …

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Using Games in Music Practice with Barbie Wong 15:32

22d ago15:32

15:32

We're excited to have Barbie Wong back on the podcast for a fun and helpful discussion about games in music practice. We discuss why games can help young musicians with practice and discuss 3 types of games to include in practice and specific examples for each of them. Links in this episode: The launch event for the Musical Nest Community is this S…

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Motivation, Movement & Health with Dr. Hannah Murray 47:35

29d ago47:35

47:35

This week on the Time to Practice podcast I'm excited to be speaking with Dr. Hannah Murray. We talk about the important roles teachers have in their student’s lives, How her motivation changed from a young musician to her time at interlocken. We cover the benefit of movement as musicians and the importance of creating structure for students who ne…

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What Music Schools Can Learn From Dance Schools | EP 242 48:45

1M ago48:45

48:45

As music school owners, we often turn to each other for advice and strategies—but what if the best ideas for growing your business came from outside the music world? In this episode, I share my own experience of learning from different industries, from hair salons to dance studios, and how these insights helped elevate my music school. We’ll talk a…

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152 - Bradley Kunda on Learning and Leading for a Shared Vision 43:38

1M ago43:38

43:38

Today's conversation is one about being a lifelong learner, managing competing priorities and finite time, and aligning a team to work towards a shared vision. Most of us can probably relate to at least some of these things from our roles as teachers and studio owners, but my guest today is neither a music teacher nor a studio owner. Today I’m talk…

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5 Ways to Measure Progress in Music Lessons 15:19

1M ago15:19

15:19

It’s easy to see and celebrate huge milestones along the way when our child is in music lessons. Milestones like book graduations are easy to spot, but what about all the hundreds of little milestones in between? In this season’s first solo episode, Christine Goodner shares 5 ways we can see our progress in music lessons from comparing recital vide…

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151 - Jenica Nevala on Bold Promotions and Growing a Multi-Teacher Music School [REBROADCAST] 16:57

1M ago16:57

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For the first time in two years, we’re forming a cohort of teachers to go through Business Building 101 together! Join today at musicstudiostartup.com/BB101 You’ll get weekly video lessons to complete whenever it’s convenient and you can join the live office hours to get personalized help and hang out with other teachers in the cohort. Today’s mini…

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Supporting Music Students Through Frustration with Kimberley Wong 42:10

1M ago42:10

42:10

This week on the Time to Practice podcast , I'm excited to be welcoming back Kimberley Wong: Suzuki Teacher and expert on helping families with home practice sessions. We had such an interesting conversation about frustrations and how they can show up for young music students as well as specific ways that adults supporting them can help. Links in t…

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150 - Shannah Compton Game on Five Money Tips for Self-Employed Music Teachers [REBROADCAST] 24:31

2M ago24:31

24:31

Today’s episode is a rebroadcast of one of the earliest episodes of Music Studio Startup, but it has stood the test of time. It’s worth noting that at the time of recording, my guest Shannah’s podcast was called “Millennial Money”, but the name has since changed to “Everyone’s Talkin’ Money.” Here’s the episode: If you’re in the first few years of …

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6 Tips for Getting Back to Our Fall Practice Routine with Barbie Wong 14:34

2M ago14:34

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This week on the Time to Practice podcast guest Barbie Wong joins me to talk about six things that can help us get back in our fall practice routine and set us up for a productive school year. Even if you’re listening to this episode and it’s not the start of the school year where you are, we think these reminders will help you with your practice r…

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149 - 2024.Q2 Recap with Cindy Hsu 26:58

2M ago26:58

26:58

Quarter 2 wrapped up for us at the end of July so we’re bringing you another quarterly recap. You’ll get to hear what’s going on behind the scenes with our team. Today I’m joined again by Cindy from the MSS team. If you listened to our Q1 recap in Episode146 you’ll recognize her voice. Episode 146 – 2024 Q1 Recap with Cindy Hsu A full transcript an…

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The Neuroscience of Practicing with Dr. Molly Gebrian 42:56

2M ago42:56

42:56

The Time to Practice podcast is back with new episodes for Fall 2024! We're excited to be talking once again to Dr. Molly Gebrian who is a violist with a background in Neuroscience and author of the new book Learn Faster, Perform Better: A Musician's Guide to the Neuroscience of Practing. This episode is packed with ideas you can use in practice an…

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How to Craft Stories That Drive Word of Mouth Marketing | EP 241 13:49

2M ago13:49

13:49

In this episode, Dave dives into crafting memorable stories that fuel word-of-mouth marketing for your music school. Learn how to create standout moments beyond the lesson room that make your clients excited to share. Tune in to hear inspiring real-world examples and practical tips to boost your school’s reputation. davesimonsmusic.com…

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Snapshot 032 - Ivan Kolar 7:23

2M ago7:23

7:23

We’re doing a special series on the podcast this summer called Studio Snapshots. Rather than the in-depth, process-oriented interviews you’re used to hearing, these rapid-fire interviews give us a glimpse in a guest’s studio at a moment in time. They’re part reflection, part anticipation of the future, and fully a celebration of where these teacher…

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Winner Announcement: 2024 $1,000 Studio Launch Grant Competition 3:17

3M ago3:17

3:17

As many of you know, this year marks our third Studio Launch Grant Competition. We received a record number of inspiring applications this year and last week I announced our seven finalists. After much angst and deliberation, our judges have finally chosen a winner. Thank you to the sponsors that made this year’s competition possible: Alfred Music,…

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Why Some Music Schools Succeed and Others Fail With Groups Part II | Ep 239 20:30

3M ago20:30

20:30

In Episode 239, Dave dives into the success stories behind the Kidzrock program with music school owner John Kozicki. Why do some schools thrive while others falter with group classes? This episode uncovers the crucial role that marketing, mindset, and instructor selection play in filling group classes and driving revenue. Whether you’re already ru…

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Snapshot 031 - Ali Hoffman 11:19

3M ago11:19

11:19

Welcome back! We’re doing a special series on the podcast this summer called Studio Snapshots. Rather than the in-depth, process-oriented interviews you’re used to hearing, these rapid-fire interviews give us a glimpse in a guest’s studio at a moment in time. They’re part reflection, part anticipation of the future, and fully a celebration of where…

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Why Your Social Media is Underperforming | EP 240 8:03

3M ago8:03

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In this episode, Dave explores why many music schools fail to maximize Instagram’s potential. Discover practical tips to engage your audience, create shareable content, and turn your social media strategy into a lead-generating machine. Don't miss this essential guide to transforming your Instagram feed from a passive newsletter into a dynamic tool…

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Why Some Music Schools Succeed and Others Fail With Groups Part I | Ep 238 33:18

3M ago33:18

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Explore why some music schools succeed with group programs like Kidzrock and others don't. Join Dave Simon and Kelly Bennett, from Valencia School of Music, dive into top marketing strategies, effective parent communication, and practical advice for launching and maintaining Kidzrock programs. Whether you're a music school owner or instructor, this…

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Snapshot 030 - Eric Miller 11:01

3M ago11:01

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A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at MusicStudioStartup.com/snapshot030.

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Snapshot 029 - Jeremy Eikenberry 11:00

3M ago11:00

11:00

Welcome back! We’re doing a special series on the podcast this summer called Studio Snapshots. Rather than the in-depth, process-oriented interviews you’re used to hearing, these rapid-fire interviews give us a glimpse in a guest’s studio at a moment in time. They’re part reflection, part anticipation of the future, and fully a celebration of where…

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Why You Should Use Pain In Your Marketing | EP 237 5:31

4M ago5:31

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In this episode, Dave delves into the surprising power of using pain in marketing. Discover how this strategy can capture attention, build trust, and drive sales. Learn from real-world examples and get practical tips for applying this technique in your marketing and sales calls. Don’t miss these valuable insights to enhance your music school's mark…

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$1,000 Music Studio Launch Grant Competition - Deadline 7/31 5:09

4M ago5:09

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This is the third time Music Studio Startup has hosted our grant competition for new and new-ish music teachers and this year’s competition is going to be epic, thanks to the generous support of our amazing sponsors! Listen in to hear about the incredible grand prize package up for grabs that includes a $1,000 cash grant, plus tools and resources t…

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Snapshot 028 - Shannon Saravia 9:15

4M ago9:15

9:15

Welcome back! We’re doing a special series on the podcast this summer called Studio Snapshots. Rather than the in-depth, process-oriented interviews you’re used to hearing, these rapid-fire interviews give us a glimpse in a guest’s studio at a moment in time. They’re part reflection, part anticipation of the future, and fully a celebration of where…

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Snapshot 027 - Megan Schraer 13:02

4M ago13:02

13:02

Welcome back! We’re doing a special series on the podcast this summer called Studio Snapshots. Rather than the in-depth, process-oriented interviews you’re used to hearing, these rapid-fire interviews give us a glimpse in a guest’s studio at a moment in time. They’re part reflection, part anticipation of the future, and fully a celebration of where…

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Snapshot 026 - Cheyenne Olson 11:15

4M ago11:15

11:15

Welcome back! We’re doing a special series on the podcast this summer called Studio Snapshots. Rather than the in-depth, process-oriented interviews you’re used to hearing, these rapid-fire interviews give us a glimpse in a guest’s studio at a moment in time. They’re part reflection, part anticipation of the future, and fully a celebration of where…

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Market Your Group Classes Without Spending a Dime | EP 236 43:59

4M ago43:59

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In today’s episode, we’re gearing up for an exciting webinar titled “The Number One Way to Fill Your Group Classes,” happening on July 11th at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time. If you haven’t reserved your spot yet, now is the perfect time! Can’t make it? No worries—replay will be available. Sign up at davesimonsmusic.com/webinar. Key Points Covered: No Paid…

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Helping Parents See The Value in Group Classes | EP 235 7:54

4M ago7:54

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For a deeper dive into these topics, join Dave's webinar on July 11th at davesimonsmusic.com/webinar, where you'll receive in-depth strategies, participate in a live Q&A, and access exclusive resources. Tune in and transform how you market and sell group music classes, inspiring young musicians along the way. In this episode: Discover why group cla…

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Snapshot 025 - Dorla Aparicio 9:51

4M ago9:51

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Welcome back! We’re doing a special series on the podcast this summer called Studio Snapshots. Rather than the in-depth, process-oriented interviews you’re used to hearing, these rapid-fire interviews give us a glimpse in a guest’s studio at a moment in time. They’re part reflection, part anticipation of the future, and fully a celebration of where…

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