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The shortcut to a thriving, well-rounded music studio.

The TopMusic PRESTO Framework is our way of helping instrumental music and voice teachers cover all the essentials—teaching strategies, great repertoire, student growth, studio setup, technique, and community—so they can run a fun, effective, and inspiring studio.
We call these the six cores of music teaching and each is represented by a letter spelling the word PRESTO. Click on each letter to dive into TopMusic resources aligned to each Core in the framework.

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Grow My Business

From hidden to found: for the teacher with a working studio who wants more students, income, or leverage.

Refresh My Teaching

From stale to sparkling: for the teacher whose lessons feel predictable or who have lost their creative spark.

Grow My Business

From hidden to found: for the teacher with a working studio who wants more students, income, or leverage.

Refresh My Teaching

From stale to sparkling: for the teacher whose lessons feel predictable or who have lost their creative spark.

Streamline My Studio

From manual to automated: for the teacher drowning in admin, invoicing and disorganised systems.

Streamline My Studio

From manual to automated: for the teacher drowning in admin, invoicing and disorganised systems.

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How to Change to Monthly Billing for Piano Lessons

Studio SetupBuilding Blog Post
Manually sending invoices and chasing payments is one of the most draining parts of running a music studio.

Where to stay in Sydney for TopMusicLive

Pedagogy Blog Post
One of the best things about coming to TopMusicLive is finding a great place to stay. Here’s our quick accommodation guide to get you started.

Teaching Piano Technique

TechniqueBuilding Blog Post
Piano technique can be a controversial topic in the world of music education. Ask ten piano teachers how to teach “proper” hand position, finger independence, or tone, and you’ll get ten confident but different answers. TopMusic isn’t here to tell...

Play Your Way to Great Technique: How Gamifying Skills Transforms Learning for Every Age

Building Blog Post
Technique. Just the word can make students slump in their seats and groan at the thought of “one more scale.” But imagine if technique didn’t feel like drilling at all—what if it felt like a game? Here’s the secret: technique...

Streamlining Your Studio

Studio SetupBuilding Blog Post
If the studio admin side of teaching is your favourite part, this blog isn’t for you. But if you’re like most other music teachers, you prefer the lessons. You want to put all your time and energy into helping your...

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PRESTO

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PRESTO is an acronym for the six essential areas of running a successful music studio business.

We call these the six cores of music teaching and each is represented by a letter spelling the word PRESTO. Click on the hexagon to learn more on each core.

Pedagogy

Achieve the perfect balance between classical training and creative exploration for any instrument through our Integrated Music Teaching™ approach. Learn to use flexible lesson plans that foster student inquiry and practical activities that establish deep connections between musical elements.

Repertoire

Discover the right repertoire for students at all stages and ages, including methods, sheet music, collections, classical and pop repertoire. Stay current with a system that helps you choose the ideal repertoire for each student.

Educational journey

Design a tailored curriculum that caters to each student’s unique goals and interests. Connect the right pieces with their learning path and create a long-term plan for their musical development.

Studio Setup

Master the often underrated, yet essential aspect of running a music teaching business. Learn how to structure your studio, optimise your finances, and create efficient systems that work for you.

Technique

Explore multiple approaches to techniques that are available to you. Make informed choices by selecting the techniques that resonate with you and your students, allowing for customised instruction.

Outreach

Stand out from the crowd and discover your studio’s unique selling points. Develop and implement marketing initiatives that increase brand awareness and attract new student inquiries.

PRESTO is your roadmap and guide to transforming your studio and teaching.

The best place to find PRESTO is in TopMusic Certification.
Launched in 2023, this interactive, one-of-a-kind program will support you through transforming your studio.
Say goodbye to overwhelm, stress, and self-doubt.
Say hello to a fulfilling and rewarding path in music education.

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When I started my studio, I was completely on my own. And now, I’ve expanded my studio and have 130 students and 8 teachers!

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