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#071: The Rule of 100 – Growing Your Teaching Business, Music Career or YouTube Channel in 100 Days

by Michael Gumley

In today's solo episode, we're diving deep into a game-changing strategy - the Rule of 100.

10/20/2023 Read more

353: Using the FREE Intermediate Curriculum Guide with Janna Williamson

by Tim Topham

In today's episode, we're delving into the art of goal setting and planning for our students using the Ultimate Guide to Intermediate Curriculum Planning.

10/27/2023 Read more

351: Announcing the Ultimate Guide to Intermediate Curriculum Planning

by Tim Topham

In today's episode, we're delving into the complex world of planning an effective intermediate music curriculum.

10/13/2023 Read more

#069: Building a Thriving Music and Dance School with Nick Tucker

by Michael Gumley

In this episode, Nick Tucker from Spark School of Music and Dance joins us to share his journey from humble beginnings to running a music and dance studio with over 500 students.

09/29/2023 Read more

349: Selling Your Teaching Resources on Etsy with Abigail Proffitt

by Tim Topham

In today's episode, we're delving into the world of selling your teaching resources online with our guest, Abigail Proffitt.

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TTTV072: Top 7 Most Powerful Creative Piano Teaching Episodes

by Mauro Dalu

So much creative piano teaching innovation has happened this year on topmusic.co, and there’s heaps of exciting things coming up in 2017. Today on the show I’m giving you a sneak peek into what’s coming up. We’re also taking a walk down memory lane with my top 7 podcast episodes from the past here. More ... TTTV072: Top 7 Most Powerful Creative Piano Teaching Episodes

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CPTP100: 100th Episode Special: Our Favourite Conversations From the Last 2 Years (Part 1)

by Mauro Dalu

It’s the 100th episode of the podcast! To celebrate we’ve put together a two part special with the best clips from the past 99 conversations about creativity, business and teaching transformations. If you follow the blog and podcast, you’ll know that creativity in piano lessons is one of my great passions. That’s why I’ve dedicated ... CPTP100: 100th Episode Special: Our Favourite Conversations From the Last 2 Years (Part 1)

08/14/2017 Read more

CPTP101: 100th Episode Special: Our Favourite Conversations From the Last 2 Years (Part 2)

by Mauro Dalu

Did you become a piano teacher because you LOVE music, but now struggle to handle the business side of things? Or perhaps you’re in a little bit of a teaching rut and need to find a way out? Well then today’s episode is for you. This is the second part of our 100th episode celebration ... CPTP101: 100th Episode Special: Our Favourite Conversations From the Last 2 Years (Part 2)

08/15/2017 Read more

CPTP Bonus Episode with Philip Johnston

by Mauro Dalu

Here’s a special bonus episode to end the podcast season.  Special guest Philip Johnston discusses a thought experiment to kickstart your thinking.

12/09/2019 Read more

#046: Unlock the Secrets of Building a Music School with Jonny Wilson: A Must-Listen Episode Worth $10,000!

by Mauro Dalu

Looking to turn your passion for music into a thriving business? Tune in to this episode featuring Jonny Wilson, the mastermind behind Build a Music School and Goodtime Foundation. With his proven track record of building a successful music school and online coaching business, Jonny shares his valuable insights and lessons learned along the way ... #046: Unlock the Secrets of Building a Music School with Jonny Wilson: A Must-Listen Episode Worth $10,000!

04/21/2023 Read more

#050: Unlocking the Best Guitar Teaching Tips – The 50th Episode Special

by Mauro Dalu

Welcome to the 50th episode special of our podcast, where we’re celebrating with a collection of the best guitar teaching tips submitted by guitar teachers from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned guitar teacher or just starting out, these tips will provide you with practical advice to enhance your teaching skills and make a ... #050: Unlocking the Best Guitar Teaching Tips – The 50th Episode Special

05/19/2023 Read more

014: Keys to Imagination Games with Michelle Sisler

by Tim Topham

In this show, Michelle Sisler, founder of Keys to Imagination shares how she revolutionized piano education by integrating technology & engaging games.

04/26/2024 Read more

Teaching Beginner Piano Students with TopMusic

by Tim Topham

Teaching beginner piano students is a widely discussed topic. There are numerous online communities, courses, memberships, video tutorials, etc, etc… We wanted to pool our resources in one place so you can return when you need help and inspiration to teach beginner piano students. PLUS, you can download the FREE copy of the TopMusicMag: Teaching ... Teaching Beginner Piano Students with TopMusic

04/16/2024 Read more

How To Teach Songwriting to Your Piano Students

by Tim Topham

So your piano student wants to write their own music. How can you help them?

03/18/2024 Read more

Teaching Neurodivergent Students with TopMusic

by Georgina Wilson

Do you want to create a more inclusive music education for your students, but are unsure how to start?

01/25/2024 Read more

001: Using Stories in Beginner Piano Lessons

by Tim Topham

Hello, wonderful teacher friends! I’m thrilled to welcome you to our very first episode of TopMusic Piano Podcast. Today, it’s just you and me, as I unravel the magic that has been transforming my piano lessons and igniting a passion in my teaching — the enchanting power of stories. Inspired by a recent experience in ... 001: Using Stories in Beginner Piano Lessons

12/06/2023 Read more

#077: Redefining How We Teach Music Theory with Guillaume “Will” Metz

by Michael Gumley

In today's show, we delve into the intricacies of music theory with our guest, Guillaume "Will" Metz.

12/01/2023 Read more

TC259: Developing innovative music teaching with Noteflight & John Mlynczak

by Tim Topham

In this episode, we are going to talk about one of my favorite online music notation softwares, Noteflight, with John Mylnczak. We’re going to unpack the Noteflight and SoundCheck softwares – its benefits, features, and how it can you can use it in your own studio. If you are looking for a music notation app ... TC259: Developing innovative music teaching with Noteflight & John Mlynczak

09/17/2021 Read more

TC260: How to Make Exams a Positive Experience with the Music Teacher’s Board

by Tim Topham

We all know the dread that can come with exams. Today, guests Mark and Nav from Music Teachers Board in the UK explain a potential way to make exams positive and a more pleasant experience for students. Mark and Nav break down the options that come with exams through MTB using technology, examiner training, and ... TC260: How to Make Exams a Positive Experience with the Music Teacher’s Board

09/24/2021 Read more

TC261: Managing Individual Learning in Group Lessons with Melanie Bowes

by Tim Topham

In this episode, Nicola Cantan takes over the podcast to introduce us to Melanie Bowes and the wonderful world of learning in group lessons. Melanie has such an interesting perspective on group teaching. If you are absolutely sure that you never want to do group teaching, we encourage you to listen anyway. There’s definitely something ... TC261: Managing Individual Learning in Group Lessons with Melanie Bowes

10/01/2021 Read more

TC262: TopMusicGuitar Unearthed with Tim and Michael

by Tim Topham

We are so excited to share the latest and biggest update at topmusic.co for 2021 – the launch of TopMusicGuitar. In this episode, Michael Gumley, Head of TopMusicGuitar, and I will be talking about how the membership and program can help teachers of all ages and stages become better at managing their teaching and business. ... TC262: TopMusicGuitar Unearthed with Tim and Michael

10/08/2021 Read more

TC263: 263 How to Build Student Trust and Connection with Gloria Tham-Haines

by Tim Topham

Music brings out our student’s creativity and expressive potential. But when students experience frustration or trauma or stress, we often encounter different responses. What is the role that music teachers play in this situation? How do we make ourselves aware of our actions? Stress and trauma can affect our students, which then affects us, too. ... TC263: 263 How to Build Student Trust and Connection with Gloria Tham-Haines

10/15/2021 Read more

TC264: When Your Role as a Teacher is Threatened

by Tim Topham

As a teacher, it is so inevitable to get that one student who makes you rethink your role as a teacher – students who like teaching themselves on YouTube, doing rote learning, and who are just really out of the box. I’ve had that experience. And I know many teachers see this in their studios ... TC264: When Your Role as a Teacher is Threatened

10/22/2021 Read more

TC265: How Music Can Change a Grieving Heart with Leila Viss

by Tim Topham

Our good friend Leila Viss, known to many of you as an inspirational piano teacher and speaker, joins us to talk about overcoming grief through music and how music can change a grieving heart. She shares her personal walk through this topic and how music helped her to process and heal. Leila also presents insights ... TC265: How Music Can Change a Grieving Heart with Leila Viss

10/29/2021 Read more

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

by Tim Topham

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

11/05/2021 Read more