TC266: Is Classical Music Dying? A Chat with Benjamin Zander

by Mauro Dalu

How will future generations experience and value classical music? In this episode, world-renowned conductor Benjamin Zander of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra joins Tim to discuss the direction of classical music and the influence of the music teaching industry. He shares about speaking at Ted Talks, with anecdotes of Boston Philharmonic Symphony musicians and students of ... TC266: Is Classical Music Dying? A Chat with Benjamin Zander

TC287: Hook, Line and Sinker – Hesitant to Hero Challenge Day 4

by Mauro Dalu

We’re now in day 4 of our Hesitant to Hero Challenge series on the podcast and today’s topic is all about hook, line and sinker. The idea is to teach your students classical and pop hooks and riffs. We’ll be talking about how giving students modern pop hooks to play can build their identity as ... TC287: Hook, Line and Sinker – Hesitant to Hero Challenge Day 4

TC288: Connections Thru Chords – Hesitant to Hero Challenge Day 5

by Mauro Dalu

We’re now in day 5 of our Hesitant to Hero Challenge Series on the podcast and today’s topic is all about connections through chords. By helping students see the connections between old and new music, we can unlock huge potentials in our students and deepen their understanding as well. Today, we are going to demonstrate ... TC288: Connections Thru Chords – Hesitant to Hero Challenge Day 5

TC291: UME Piano Exams with Michelle Madder

by Mauro Dalu

We’re all about the exam game. Today’s episode is all about the Universal Music Exam program, which is founded by Michelle Madder. In this episode, she shares the story behind how she started UME, what sets its methodologies apart from others, and what to expect when you choose to take one of their exams. We’ll ... TC291: UME Piano Exams with Michelle Madder

TC294: Group Teaching QnA with Marie Lee, Melanie Bowes and Dorla Aparicio

by Mauro Dalu

For teachers looking for an alternative way to teach piano to students such as group teaching, this episode is for you! We are joined by three amazing guests, Marie Lee, Melanie Bowes, and Dorla Aparicio, who will be sharing their experiences on running group piano classes. Have a listen to our three guests as they ... TC294: Group Teaching QnA with Marie Lee, Melanie Bowes and Dorla Aparicio

302: 3 Steps to Teaching an Integrated Music Lesson

by Mauro Dalu

In today’s episode, we’re going to unpack the 3-step process on how to teach an integrated music lesson in your studio. Integrated music teaching is based on expanding and deepening your students’ connection to repertoire, so this 3-step process is all based around the repertoire that the student is already learning. Have a listen as ... 302: 3 Steps to Teaching an Integrated Music Lesson

303: Integrated Music Teaching in Action

by Mauro Dalu

In today’s episode, we continue to talk about the Integrated Music Teaching method. We are going to let you hear some integrations in actual lessons that I’ve taught. I thought this would be really instructive for those of you who are still wondering how this actually looks and sounds in a lesson. How to teach ... 303: Integrated Music Teaching in Action

309: Building a Brand New Primer Method with Daniel McFarlane

by Mauro Dalu

What is it like to build a brand new primer method? In this episode, I have a very special guest, Daniel McFarlane, who was my first ever guest when I started the podcast way back in 2015. Daniel is known for the Supersonics Piano Method, which he has grown over the years. He’s going to ... 309: Building a Brand New Primer Method with Daniel McFarlane

314: Replay – Research-Backed Insights on Piano Student Retention with Karen Gerelus

by Mauro Dalu

In today’s replay episode, we’re having a chat with Karen Gerelus about her research on piano student retention. We discussed the key factors on why students are quitting and some techniques to keep them engaged. We also talked about what motivates kids externally at the start and how the intrinsic motivation will take over. Karen ... 314: Replay – Research-Backed Insights on Piano Student Retention with Karen Gerelus

315: Replay – Is Classical Music Dying? A Chat with Benjamin Zander

by Mauro Dalu

In this replay episode of the Integrated Music Teaching Podcast, world-renowned conductor Benjamin Zander of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra joins Tim to discuss the direction of classical music and the influence of this in the music teaching industry. He shares about speaking at Ted Talks, with anecdotes of Boston Philharmonic Symphony musicians and students of ... 315: Replay – Is Classical Music Dying? A Chat with Benjamin Zander

316: Blitzing Sight Reading and Aural Tests with Samantha Coates

by Mauro Dalu

In today’s replay episode, internationally regarded piano pedagogue and presenter Samantha Coates joins Tim to blitz through sight reading and aural tests. Sam is the creator and publisher of BlitzBooks, the music education series that has brought laughter and creativity to music theory, sight-reading, and piano repertoire. Learn how to improve your aural skills and ... 316: Blitzing Sight Reading and Aural Tests with Samantha Coates

317: Top 5 Tips for Sight Reading Success with Rebecca Stewart

by Mauro Dalu

In today’s episode, sight reading specialist Rebecca Stewart joins Tim and shared with us her top five tips for sight reading (with really cool names). Rebecca has authored and published Sight Reading Secrets, which has now nine books in the series. She also founded Imagination Regeneration to give rural students meaningful learning opportunities at no ... 317: Top 5 Tips for Sight Reading Success with Rebecca Stewart

327: How to Teach Chord Charts and Lead Sheets with Susan Deas (Replay)

by Mauro Dalu

Are you looking to inspire lifelong passion for music in your piano students? In this replay episode, Susan Deas explores the benefits of teaching lead sheets and shares the results of her survey, where 90% of teachers found lead sheet playing to be a valuable skill. If you’re looking for a practical, step-by-step guide to ... 327: How to Teach Chord Charts and Lead Sheets with Susan Deas (Replay)

340: Remixing the Music Lesson – Live from NCKP 2023!

by Mauro Dalu

In today’s episode, we have a special treat for you. We’re bringing you my 25-minute presentation from the NCKP 2023 Conference in Chicago. While we’re not broadcasting live, I’m thrilled to share my speech, titled “Remixing the Music Lesson: How Integrated Music Teaching Can Connect with the TikTok Generation.” The NCKP conference holds a special ... 340: Remixing the Music Lesson – Live from NCKP 2023!

341: Janna Williamson and Nicola Cantan on Integrated Music Teaching

by Mauro Dalu

Welcome back to another exciting episode. I just got back in town after an exhilarating trip to the National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy in Chicago and had a blast meeting many of the podcast listeners and some of our members, attending captivating workshops, and sharing conversations over coffee. In today’s show, we continue the exploration ... 341: Janna Williamson and Nicola Cantan on Integrated Music Teaching

#042: How to Create Guitar Orchestra and Large Ensembles for Your Students with Jayson Martinez

by Mauro Dalu

Our guest today, Jayson Martínez is recognized as the first guitar major in the history of the prestigious Arts High School in Newark, NJ. Hear about his journey from being a guitar student to now owning a music school while running a guitar orchestra. He shared some insights into the world of classical guitar and ... #042: How to Create Guitar Orchestra and Large Ensembles for Your Students with Jayson Martinez

What Type Of Music Teacher Are You?

by Tim Topham

There are many benefits to knowing the type of music teacher you are.

TopMusicGames

by Timz Fojas

10 Ways Creativity Helps Music Teachers And Students

by Tim Topham

You've probably heard us talk a lot about creativity when it comes to music lessons. But have you ever stopped to think about the benefits of being creative for both the music teacher and their students?

A Piano Teacher’s Guide To Piano Method Books

by Tim Topham

Knowing how to find the right method book can be tricky - our guide will help you feel inspired to start your search.

PRESTO Framework Case Study: Veteran Val

by Georgina Wilson

For teachers who have been teaching a long time, it can be easy to feel stuck in the same routine. The PRESTO Framework can help you adapt to a more modern approach of teaching.

PRESTO Framework Case Study: Newbie Nora

by Georgina Wilson

Nora was a new piano teacher. She’d made the leap to leave her job at the shoe store to start teaching the piano full-time. She was happy with the decision, and her husband was more than supportive. But comments from people in her life made her feel like an imposter. Like she didn’t have a ... PRESTO Framework Case Study: Newbie Nora

Teaching Music Lessons In 2023

by Tim Topham

The world has changed since you first started taking music lessons. Discover what's working (and what's not working) in music lessons in 2023.

Introducing The PRESTO Framework

by Tim Topham

The PRESTO Framework guides music teachers through all the steps they need to follow to build and run a successful music studio.

The Real Reason Teens are Quitting Piano – Part 1

by Tim Topham

Are Your Teens Quitting Piano? Here’s how to motivate them: Is it just me or is it getting harder to stop teens quitting piano lessons? No one has any time, every after-school minute is jam-packed with activities, and despite the costs and logistics of piano lessons, practice always takes a back seat to everything else ... The Real Reason Teens are Quitting Piano – Part 1