Best Musiclessons Podcasts (2024)

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The #1 Way to Fill Your Group Classes | EP 234 5:35

6h ago5:35

5:35

Unlock the secrets to making your music school more profitable. Discover how group classes can significantly boost your margins and optimize your limited teaching hours. In this episode, Dave delves into common misconceptions parents have about group versus private lessons and how to reposition your offerings to meet their needs. Join Dave in his u…

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Snapshot 024 - Ann Lemke 14:22

1d ago14:22

14:22

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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Reimaging Music Lessons with Nate Shaw | EP 233 1:06:06

3d ago1:06:06

1:06:06

In this episode, Dave's guest, Nate Shaw shares his unique method of gamified learning. Nate has revolutionized music lessons by making them fun and relevant through the use of pop music and games, moving beyond traditional methods. Tune in to hear about his creation, Big Music Games, and its impact on music education. davesimonmusic.com…

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A Rare Opportunity to Work with Dave Simon | EP 232 10:18

15d ago10:18

10:18

Join Dave as he delves into the essentials of effective leadership in the music education business. He explores the importance of mentorship, both in having a mentor and being one. Discover how these relationships can transform your business approach and provide deeper insights. Dave shares a personal story about making tough decisions with a mento…

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A Cure to the Music Teacher Shortage Part III | EP 231 30:06

16d ago30:06

30:06

Many music schools prefer hiring instructors with advanced degrees, but U-Rock Music School’s focus on mentoring and hiring teenager stands out. In this episode, I speak with Daniela Guglieta, a parent from U-Rock. She shared her positive experience with teenage instructors and her initial reaction to her child’s 17-year-old teacher. davesimonsmusi…

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A Cure to the Music Teacher Shortage Part II | Ep 230 36:40

21d ago36:40

36:40

Join Dave as he explores the innovative solution to music teacher shortages with Cathy Hallessey and Brian Brodersen from U-Rock Music School. Discover their unique approach to staffing their school with teenage teachers and the challenges and rewards they encounter along the way. davesimonsmusic.com…

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148 - Andrea Miller on Weekend Launch Plan for a New Music Studio [REBROADCAST] 6:54

22d ago6:54

6:54

Today’s episode was prompted by questions I get from newly-graduated or soon-to-be graduated music majors who are just getting ready to launch their studios and want to know how to get started from nothing. A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at MusicStudioStartup.com/episode148. Applications for the 2024 Studio Launch Gr…

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How to Lead During a Crisis | EP 229 9:34

1M ago9:34

9:34

Join Dave as he delves into the essentials of effective leadership in the face of adversity. He explores how to navigate crises with composure and clarity. Discover the pivotal role of leadership in business, especially during crises. From weathering the storm of recession to navigating the uncharted waters of a global pandemic, Dave uncovers valua…

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147 - Jeremy Eikenberry on Taking Parental Leave [REBROADCAST] 27:45

1M ago27:45

27:45

My conversation today is the second in a set of two interviews from first-time parents talking about how they planned for parental leave. In both, the episode with Renee Shaw Nutwell and today’s episode with Jeremy Eikenberry, we talk about the goals these teachers had for their students and studios during their leave, how they attempted to plan fo…

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5 Limiting Beliefs That Could be Hurting Your Music School | EP 228 18:09

1M ago18:09

18:09

Join Dave as he shares the top challenges music school owners face and how to overcome them. Based on insights from a recent Music Lessons and Marketing Facebook group poll, Dave identifies five common limiting beliefs among music school owners, such as not enjoying the business side or feeling inadequate with technology. Reflecting on his own expe…

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146 - 2024 Q1 Recap with Cindy Hsu 31:14

1M ago31:14

31:14

Summary It’s time for another quarterly check-in! Today I’m joined by Cindy Hsu, Director of Partnerships and Business Development at Music Studio Startup and we’re talking about our (very full!) Q1 and what we’re looking forward to in Q2. A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at MusicStudioStartup.com/episode146. A full tr…

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Unlocking What's Possible with Christopher Maloney of Practice Warriors 42:33

2M ago42:33

42:33

Today, we’re speaking to Christopher Maloney of Practice Warriors. Christopher is a multi-instrumentalist who has performed and recorded with an impressive list of rock and pop musicians, some of whom he’ll share at the start of our interview below. He’s a former instructor and Department Chair at the world-renowned Musicians Institute in Los Angel…

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An Instagram Ads Strategy For Group Classes | EP 227 37:18

2M ago37:18

37:18

Ready to dive into the world of Instagram advertising with Danny Thompson? In this episode, he's spilling all the secrets on how to rock Instagram ads and supercharge your advertising game. We'll talk about fixing those pesky advertising problems and using what you learn to make your campaigns shine in today's fast-paced digital world. So, Danny's …

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145 - Erin Parkes on Managing a Non-Profit Music Studio 48:58

2M ago48:58

48:58

Today we’re talking about all things non-profit management. My guest, Erin Parkes, founder of the Lotus Centre shares so many insights from her experiences working with a board of directors, crafting effective messaging for different stakeholders, managing a budget, and even dealing with burnout. All while keeping the mission of her organization fr…

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How To Increase Sales And Improve Retention In Just 10 Minutes | EP 226 9:21

2M ago9:21

9:21

Discover effective strategies to boost sales and enhance student retention in your music school. In this episode, Dave unveils two proven methods to keep students engaged and coming back for more. Say goodbye to churn and hello to growth with these actionable insights! Jonah Berger’s onto something: keeping your music school on people’s lips is key…

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Amy Beth Horman on Approaching Music Practice with Gratitude (Part 2) 39:01

2M ago39:01

39:01

This is second in a two- part series with violinist and pedagogue Amy Beth Horman. You can listen to part 1 on episode 48 (HERE). We talk about minds wandering in practice, continue our conversation on gratitude, and talk about parenting a musical child as well. There was such a great response to the first episode of this two-part series and I can'…

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144 - Amy Chaplin on How to Submit Winning Conference Proposals 37:38

2M ago37:38

37:38

With the MTNA conference in March, I guess you could say I’ve been on a conference kick. We talked about Networking with Stephanie Bonte-Lebair in Episode 141, I shared my takeaways from MTNA in Episode 142, and then last week I did a live Networking Debrief workshop with a group of teachers and, together, we went through our own lists of people we…

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Supporting Teens & Approaching Practice with Gratitude: A Conversation with Amy Beth Horman (Part 1) 47:50

2M ago47:50

47:50

In this episode we start what is a two-part interview with violinist and pedagogue Amy Beth Horman. We had such a fascinating conversation about practice, both from her perspective, which you will hear today, but also about how she works with and talks about practice with her daughter Ava and with her students (which we’ll get into more in next wee…

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How to Create a Word-of-Mouth Marketing Strategy | EP 225 20:29

3M ago20:29

20:29

Ready to unlock the secrets of a powerful word-of-mouth marketing strategy? Dive into this eye-opening episode with Dave. Despite its undeniable effectiveness, too many music schools are missing out on the potential of word-of-mouth marketing. Discover why it's crucial to shift your focus from offering discounts to showing genuine gratitude, a tact…

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143 - Jennifer Foxx on Monetizing a Music Teacher Resource Website 36:05

3M ago36:05

36:05

Today I’m joined by Jennifer Foxx, a teacher who has been blogging and creating curriculum and resources for music teachers for over a decade. In our conversation, we talk about how she took the simplest route at first and started her business on Teachers Pay Teachers and has since strengthened her business by investing in platforms she owns, like …

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Transition Rituals for Starting Music Practice 10:00

3M ago10:00

10:00

On this week's mini episode, Christine shares some thoughts on why transition rituals can be helpful leading up to practice, some ideas for where to start when you work on creating one of your own (for yourself or your child) and asks listeners to send an email or audio recording sharing their transition ritual for practice to be used for a future …

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142 - MTNA Takeaways + Networking Debrief Workshop 7:13

3M ago7:13

7:13

Last week I was at the MTNA National conference in Atlanta. Georgia. It was a whirlwind - as conferences usually are - and I think I’m still absorbing everything. I wanted to go over three things today: first - some personal reflections from MTNA, second - I want to share some of my business takeaways, and third - I want to invite you to a workshop…

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Listener Favorite: Best Practice Tips of Season 1 (Part 2) 14:09

3M ago14:09

14:09

Christine is still traveling for the SAA/ASTA conference this week so here is part two of our listener favorite series with practice tips from Season 1 of the podcast. You can find the transcript and show notes for this episode here: https://suzukitriangle.com/ttpepisode25/By Christine Goodner

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What Your Families Think of Your Pricing | Ep 224 17:08

3M ago17:08

17:08

In this episode, Dave shares insights into the psychology behind pricing and customer perception, particularly in the context of music lessons. People often have a vague idea about the cost of music lessons, influenced by factors like convenience, reputation, and social validation. Music school owners sometimes mistakenly set prices based on their …

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Listener Favorite: Best Practice Tips of Season 1 (part 1) 15:24

3M ago15:24

15:24

Christine is traveling to the SAA/ASTA conference this week so is excited to share this listener favorite episode with you. It's the first of two parts (you'll hear part 2 next week) with some of the best practice tips from Season 1 of the podcast. You can find the transcript for this episode here: https://suzukitriangle.com/ttpepisode24/…

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How I Went from 140 to 700 Students in 3 Years | Ep 223 46:59

3M ago46:59

46:59

In this episode, Dave speaks with two members of Jonny Wilson’s Build a Music School program and how it helped them grow their music school. davesimonsmusic.comBy Dave Simon

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141 - Stephanie Bonte-Lebair on Business Networking the Not Obnoxious Way 43:28

3M ago43:28

43:28

In my original interview with Stephanie, she talked about the role business networking played in the marketing of her business and she talked about it with such intentionality that I knew I wanted to learn more. So today we’re talking about everything, from how to choose events to network at, how to prepare, how Stephanie makes the most of her time…

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Making Great Music with Ease with Jennifer Roig-Francolí 48:55

3M ago48:55

48:55

This week we’re speaking with Jennifer Roig-Francolí: musicians coach, creator of the Art of Freedom Method, Alexander Teacher, and Bestselling Author of the new book Make Great Music with Ease!: The Secret to Smarter Practice, Confident Performance, and Living a Happier Life In this episode, we discuss the importance of choices and playing without…

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140 - Stephanie Bonte-Lebair on Rebranding a Voice Studio to Attract a More Profitable Niche [REBROADCAST] 37:21

4M ago37:21

37:21

Today’s conversation with Stephanie Bonte-Lebair is a rebroadcast of an early episode of Music Studio Startup that has always been a fan favorite. Stephanie is a classically-trained opera singer turned voice/presentation/sales coach. This interview blurs the line between an entrepreneurial music teacher sharing the evolution of her voice studio and…

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Measuring both the Gap & The Gain 7:17

4M ago7:17

7:17

In this mini episode Christine Goodner discusses the importance of knowing both how far we've come AND where we're headed. Striking that balance as a musician and as an adult supporting a young musician is so important. You can read this episode in written form HERE The Gap and The Gain book (affiliate link) Hilary Hahn on Instagram Connect with Ch…

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How to Create a Music Summer Camp Part II | Ep 222 26:53

4M ago26:53

26:53

Learn how to create a music summer camp experience that keeps kids returning year after year. davesimonsmusic.comBy Dave Simon

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139 - Andrea Miller on the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Requirement 9:20

4M ago9:20

9:20

Today’s episode is more of a public service announcement for studio owners who have businesses that are registered in the US. On January 1, a new reporting requirement from the US Treasury Department went into effect and it might impact you. I’m talking about the Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting rule or BOI Reporting requirement from the …

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The Parent-Child Relationship in Music Practice: A Conversation with Alan Duncan 41:18

4M ago41:18

41:18

On this week’s episode, we’re speaking with long-time Suzuki parent Alan Duncan. Alan shares what he’s learned through the challenging starting phases of preschool beginner through letting go and helping his daughter transition into the independent practicer she is now. We talk about creativity, practice as the stress-test for the parent-child rela…

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138 - Andrea Yahr on Tax Prep Tips and FAQs [REBROADCAST] 36:06

4M ago36:06

36:06

With the turn of the calendar, many of us are closing the fiscal years for our businesses and wrapping up our bookkeeping for the year in anticipation of the tax season ahead. I am a HUGE fan of a low-stress tax season and the way to accomplish that is to get started early and tackle one step at a time. Which is why I invited back to the podcast, A…

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137 - Anna Showalter on Launching a New Studio and Winning the MSS Studio Launch Grant 30:46

4M ago30:46

30:46

I mentioned before that we will, again, be holding our studio launch grant competition this year! This grant is to help new or new-ish independent teachers launch their studios. It’s one of my favorite things that we do and it’s been so neat to see the impact the grant has on getting these studios off to a strong start. Today I’m talking to our las…

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Leading with Love First with Barbie Wong 30:38

4M ago30:38

30:38

On this week’s episode of the Time to Practice podcast, we’re speaking with music educator and speaker Barbie Wong. Barbie shares about the importance of community for young musicians (and their parents!), about supporting our children in music practice through the idea of love first, and about remembering the difference between practicing and play…