The birds are chirping, the first Spring flowers are popping up in the front yard, and Rory, my dog, insists on laying in the middle of the daffodil bed whenever the sun is out.

These are my seasonal cues that it's time to start planning for our annual end-of-year studio recital.

As the title of this episode suggests, I usually spend 3-4 months planning all the details of this event, helping my students prepare, and communicating with parents and families so they know what to expect.

Last year, I wrote down my recital-planning checklist month by month so I could share it with you here on the podcast. So if you're on a similar schedule and starting to plan your year-end recital, here's an inside look at my process.

For show notes + a full transcript, click here.

Resources Mentioned

Customizable Email Templates for Studio Teachers (Musician & Co.)

How to Use Notability for Assignment Sheets in Your Studio

Piano Pantry, Ep. 016: Recital Planning Made Easy

Piano Pantry, Ep. 065: Teacher Talk with Ashley Danyew

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