Makeup lessons are one of the most debated topics in piano teaching, and finding a system that actually works can feel overwhelming. Today, we welcome bacl Jaclyn Mrozek on the show to talk about her approach to asynchronous lessons, how she replaces traditional makeup lessons, and why this flexible system can save time while still providing value for students and families.

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Today's Guest

Jaclyn Mrozek is a piano teacher, studio owner, and host of The Scrappy Piano Teacher podcast. She supports independent music teachers with practical business resources, creative teaching materials, workshops, masterminds, and cohorts designed to help them solve studio problems and build sustainable teaching businesses.

About Rachel Ehring

Dr. Rachel Ehring is a pianist, teacher, music administrator, and lover of piano teaching gadgets. She holds a DMA in Collaborative Piano from the University of Colorado Boulder and a MM in Accompanying from the University of Kansas. She currently serves as Director at St. John’s Conservatory of the Arts in Orange County, CA. Previously, she held positions at Concordia University Irvine and Henderson State University. Rachel is passionate about empowering music teachers to create engaging and exciting lessons for students of all ages. When she isn’t playing the piano, you might find Rachel reading books with her son or walking her beagle Frieda.

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