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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

TC234: Turning the pedagogy of music on its head with Will Baily

by Tim Topham

Will Baily turns the pedagogy of music on its head by pivoting to recreational music-making philosophies and student-led learning, from a very classical approach to teaching and it has made an incredible impact on him and his students. Our guest today, Will Baily, is a piano teacher and composer. His publications include the “Way Cool” ... TC234: Turning the pedagogy of music on its head with Will Baily

03/26/2021 Read more

TC232: TopMusicPro 5 Year Birthday Special

by Tim Topham

  I can’t believe it’s been five years since we started this community and it’s been such an amazing journey that we’ve all enjoyed. In today’s birthday special solo episode, we’re going to unpack our journey – the genesis of the community, what’s been happening in the membership, and what you can look forward to ... TC232: TopMusicPro 5 Year Birthday Special

03/12/2021 Read more

CPTP Bonus Episode with Philip Johnston

by Tim Topham

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

12/13/2019 Read more

10 Irresistible Piano Teacher Qualities

by Emma Lunsford

How to Attract Students by Emphasizing Your Strengths: 10 Piano Teacher Qualities that Will Set You Apart as a Piano Teacher With a competitive market, teachers can feel unmemorable amongst the crowd, with parents calling one teacher after another. Or worse yet, they may feel pressured to compete on price. Instead, a better approach is ... 10 Irresistible Piano Teacher Qualities

10/14/2019 Read more

5 Day Piano Pivot: Wrap-up

by Nicola Cantan

5 Day Piano Pivot Wrap-Up Day: The FutureIt's been a pretty amazing week – so don't lose momentum! Watch this video and get our tips on how you can move forward from here and really take action on the goals you've made during your 5DPP. Please note: These videos were originally recorded in December 2017. The content is ... 5 Day Piano Pivot: Wrap-up

08/24/2018 Read more
 

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5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 5

by Nicola Cantan

5 Day Piano Pivot Day 5: Your Business If there's one area of their piano teaching business that teachers neglect the most it's the business part. Numbers do not have to be scary though, and we'll help you work through them today.  Please note: These videos were originally recorded in December 2017. The content is still totally ... 5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 5

5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 4

by Nicola Cantan

5 Day Piano Pivot Day 4: Your Music Most teachers are drowning in books and sheet music. But how much of it are you actually using? Today we want you to do a serious audit so you can free up space for more of what matters. Please note: These videos were originally recorded in December 2017. The ... 5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 4

5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 3

by Nicola Cantan

5 Day Piano Pivot Day 3: Your Teaching Do you have a clear plan for each lesson? Do you sometimes feel like you're drowning in the possibilities and everything you could be doing? Today we'll help you find what really matters for you and your students. Please note: These videos were originally recorded in December 2017. The content ... 5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 3

5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 2

by Nicola Cantan

5 Day Piano Pivot Day 2: Your Students For Day 2 of your Piano Pivot challenge, we'll help you hone in on your ideal students. Going through this process can bring so much clarity to all areas of your business – so let's get started! Please note: These videos were originally recorded in December 2017. The content ... 5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 2

5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 1

by Nicola Cantan

5 Day Piano Pivot Day 1: You In Day 1 of the Piano Pivot, we're going to take a look at the most important part of your business: YOU. Take a close look at the balance in your life and find ways to prioritise in a way that makes sense for you. Please note: These videos were ... 5 Day Piano Pivot: Day 1

5 Day Piano Pivot 2019

by Nicola Cantan

5 Days to Plan Your Studio Revolution Feel like your teaching could do with a kickstart, but not sure where to start?  Overwhelmed with all the great ideas out there but not sure what's most important?  Find there's just too many things to do to make effective change?  Do you have a to-do list that just ... 5 Day Piano Pivot 2019

08/23/2018 Read more