By Carly Walton
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In this episode, we dive into a topic that can feel a bit intimidating but is actually incredibly powerful: vision planning. Ever feel like setting big goals for your teaching studio is overwhelming? You’re not alone! Vision planning isn’t about some perfect, pie-in-the-sky dream; it’s about creating a real and exciting picture of what you want your studio to look like and achieve. Once you’ve got that clear vision, it becomes easier to stay motivated, keep your focus, and take the steps to make it all happen.
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In today’s episode, we chat with Jess Homewood, a piano teacher who made a major shift from teaching 60 private students a week to fully embracing group piano lessons. Jess shares her journey from experiencing burnout to finding balance in her teaching schedule through group lessons. She discusses how she initially resisted the idea of group lessons, fearing they wouldn’t provide the same value as one-on-one instruction, but soon discovered the incredible benefits of group and individual learning in music.
Throughout our conversation, Jess highlights how group lessons foster community and connection among students, helping them become more independent learners. She also shares how streamlining her teaching days and using studio management software gave her more personal time and reduced the stress of managing her studio.
If you’ve ever wondered how group lessons could work for your music studio, or if you’re looking for strategies to find balance in your teaching life, this episode is for you!
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Resources for your music teacher business mentioned in this episode:Teach Music Online Waitlist
Instagram Growth for music teachers and studio owners
Other resources:
Free Facebook Community
Time management workshop
Online teaching starter kit
The essential music teacher marketing checklist
In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the most important aspects of growing your music studio—marketing! Whether you teach online or in person, marketing is crucial to attracting the right students and building a thriving music school. In this episode, we'll uncover the 5 common marketing mistakes that music teachers often make and share actionable strategies to avoid them.
I also highlight a powerful testimonial from a member of the Teach Music Online community who transformed her business after joining. Plus, exciting news—the Teach Music Online membership waitlist is now open for 2025! Don’t miss your chance to level up your marketing skills and take your music studio to the next level.
Resources for your music teacher business mentioned in this episode:
Teach Music Online Waitlist
Instagram Growth for music teachers and studio owners
Other resources:
Free Facebook Community
Time management workshop
Online teaching starter kit
The essential music teacher marketing checklist
Key Timestamps:
[00:00] – Marketing Strategies For Music Teachers
Brooke talks about her early days as a music teacher and what led her to start her own studio in 2016. She shares how her initial goal of managing 30 students quickly grew beyond her expectations.
[02:31] – Marketing Is On-Going
Facing a massive waitlist and an overwhelming workload, Brooke discusses her pivotal decision to bring on her first instructor and how that set the stage for future growth.
[04:55] – Common Marketing Mistakes & Solutions
Brooke opens up about the struggles she faced while growing her team, from finding the right teachers to creating a cohesive culture within her studio.
[12:37] – Charging Higher Lesson Rates
Brooke highlights how the Teach Music Online membership provided her with the technical know-how and community support needed to transition her studio online. She emphasizes the role of Carly’s webinars in helping her keep students engaged and maintain her studio’s momentum during a challenging time.
[17:19] – Your Thriving Studio Long Term
Brooke reflects on how she manages the administrative side of running a large studio while still staying connected to her passion for teaching and supporting her students and teachers.
Are you a music teacher wondering how to grow your music studio from a one-person show to a thriving, multi-teacher business? Brooke Schrager's journey is full of insight and practical tips that might be just what you need to grow your music studio.
Brooke Schrager was just like many music teachers—passionate about teaching but unfulfilled by the constraints of a traditional classroom. She decided to launch her own studio, imagining a cozy setup with about 30 students. Fast forward a few months, and Brooke found herself with 40 students and a waitlist that stretched on and on.
Little did she know that this would be the first step in going from public school music teacher, to building what is now a flourishing music studio with 26 instructors and over 300 students in the Chicago area.
Enjoy this episode filled with tips for expanding your teaching studio!
Resources for your music teacher business mentioned in this episode:
Teach Music Online Waitlist
Other resources:
Free Facebook Community
Time management workshop
Online teaching starter kit
The essential music teacher marketing checklist
Instagram Growth for music teachers and studio owners
Key Timestamps:
[03:45] – Brooke’s Background and Studio Beginnings
Brooke talks about her early days as a music teacher and what led her to start her own studio in 2016. She shares how her initial goal of managing 30 students quickly grew beyond her expectations.
[07:30] – The Decision to Hire Other Teachers
Facing a massive waitlist and an overwhelming workload, Brooke discusses her pivotal decision to bring on her first instructor and how that set the stage for future growth.
[10:20] – Challenges of Building a Multi-Teacher Studio
Brooke opens up about the struggles she faced while growing her team, from finding the right teachers to creating a cohesive culture within her studio.
[13:50] – How Teach Music Online Supported Her Journey
Brooke highlights how the Teach Music Online membership provided her with the technical know-how and community support needed to transition her studio online. She emphasizes the role of Carly’s webinars in helping her keep students engaged and maintain her studio’s momentum during a challenging time.
[18:15] – Balancing Business and Passion for Teaching
Brooke reflects on how she manages the administrative side of running a large studio while still staying connected to her passion for teaching and supporting her students and teachers.
[22:00] – Advice for Aspiring Studio Owners
Brooke offers her top tips for music teachers looking to grow their own studios, from trusting the process and building a strong network to staying true to your vision.
[27:45] – The Power of Community and Collaboration
Brooke shares how fostering a strong sense of community among her teachers has been essential to her studio’s success and growth.
[31:30] – Navigating Challenges as a Studio Owner
She discusses some of the unexpected challenges she’s faced as a studio owner and the strategies she’s developed to handle them effectively.
[36:00] – Final Thoughts and the Reward of Studio Ownership
Brooke wraps up the episode by sharing the joy and fulfillment she finds in running her studio and the importance of creating a positive, supportive environment for both teachers and students.
If you’ve ever dreamed of combining your love for music with the freedom to explore new places, this episode is just for you. Today, we’re diving into a topic that merges adventure with education: how to teach music online while traveling.
If you’re like me, you might have never imagined that teaching music online while traveling would be feasible. But let me tell you, it’s not just a dream—it’s a reality that I’ve lived through. Before the pandemic, I spent about three years traveling and teaching online, which was an extraordinary experience that gave me the flexibility to work from virtually anywhere with a simple setup.
Whether you’re considering a short getaway or planning a more extended journey, the ability to teach music remotely can offer you unparalleled flexibility. Even if full-time travel isn’t on your agenda, having the option to teach from different locations can be a game-changer.
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E137: How TMO Helped Mark Weathers Rebuild His Studio and Grow a Waitlist
Join Carly Walton in this inspiring episode of the Teach Music Online podcast, where she interviews Mark Weathers, a resilient piano teacher from Alaska. Discover how Mark transformed his piano studio after losing three-quarters of his students during the pandemic.
The TMO community played a crucial role in Mark's journey. The support and shared expertise from fellow members provided him with continuous learning opportunities and the confidence to implement changes such as raising his rates and offering longer lesson times. Mark also benefited from TMO's resources on marketing strategies, tech for online teaching, and mindset for growth, which collectively contributed to his studio's success.
In This Episode We Cover:
● Mark Weathers' journey of rebuilding his piano studio online after the pandemic.
● Strategies for transitioning to a year-round tuition model and convincing families to commit.
● The importance of using automation tools to manage a large waitlist.
(00:00) Resilient Piano Teacher Transitions Online
(13:27) Enrollment and Convincing Families to Transition
(20:34) Optimizing Studio Management and Rates
(36:46) Membership Benefits for Online Music Teachers
Join the TMO waitlist today and transform your music teaching business!
https://www.teachmusic.online/waitlist
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In this new episode Carly delves into how passive income can offer educators invaluable insights and actionable strategies to expand their teaching scope. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to achieve financial freedom and flexibility while making a lasting impact on their students.
In this episode, we cover:
● Passive income and its key benefits, such as autonomy, flexibility, financial stability, and growth opportunities.
● Successful product development tips and practical advice on product launching, focusing on the importance of building an audience, setting realistic timelines and leveraging excitement.
Every skill you gain along the way will be valuable in the long run. Don't miss out on these transformative strategies for your music teaching career!
Time Stamps:
[00:00 – 06:00] Creating Passive Income
[06:22 - 07:37] Building Audience for Passive Income
[16:00 - 17:35] Teaching and Learning Skills for Success
[19:54 - 21:41] Marketing Strategy and Launch Planning
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“I love listening to the Teach Music Online Podcast!” If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps us support more teachings, just like you, move toward a successful online teaching career and lifestyle that they desire!
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In this exciting return episode of the Teach Music Online podcast, Carly Walton announces a new season packed with marketing ideas and interviews with exceptional online teachers. Carly introduces the concept of online teaching certification, explaining its benefits and the comprehensive process involved. She shares details about a free time management workshop available on the Teach Music Online platform and outlines the steps for certification within the membership.
The episode highlights how certification can elevate your online music teaching career, enhance your credibility, and attract higher-paying clients. Carly also discusses the benefits of joining the Teach Music Online community and the timeline for new memberships opening in 2025.
00:00 Welcome to the Teach Music Online Podcast
00:29 Introduction to Carly Walton and Online Teaching
01:09 Getting Online Teaching Certified
01:43 Free Time Management Workshop
03:00 Steps to Certification
08:19 Certification Benefits and Marketing
09:50 How to Access Certification
10:20 Join the TMO Waitlist
10:40 Conclusion and Invitation
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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 from a marketplace for on-demand music lessons to a comprehensive studio management tool.
● The high-fidelity features of Muzie.Live, its dynamic platform, which synchronizes advanced video and audio technology with user-friendly interfaces for an unrivaled online music lesson experience.
● The role of artificial intelligence in music education, examining how it simplifies administrative tasks, enriches student learning, and complements human creativity to enhance the educational process
This episode is a must-listen for teachers who wish to refine their teaching techniques and students who are keen to enrich their learning journey.
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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 optimization to the nitty-gritty of local SEO, ensuring you're not just another melody lost in the web's vastness.
In this episode Carly discusses :
● The importance of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for music teachers and how it can help grow their business.
● The benefits of keyword optimization, using relevant keywords in website content, blog posts, and social media to increase visibility in search engine results.
● How to attract high-quality traffic, and build credibility as a music teacher.
If you're ready to compose a future where your music teaching business hits all the right notes, then this is the episode you won't want to miss.
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