Some students can be very reluctant to singing in their music lessons. Perhaps someone told them they couldn’t sing or they’re just shy in general. Find out how to help those students in this episode. Relevant Resources Solfa for Piano Teachers…for Beginners Singing Games with the Full Solfa Scales 4 Awesome Uses for Singing in…
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VMT049: 4 Fun vocal warmups for your music studio
Do you sing in your music lessons? Singing can be a valuable way to wake up your students’ ears and improve their musicianship. Find out 4 easy ways to get started in this episode. Relevant Resources Solfa for Piano Teachers…for Beginners Singing Games with the Full Solfa Scales 4 Awesome Uses for Singing in…
How to Use Improvisation to Teach Rhythm Patterns
Some students will always find rhythm to be the most challenging part of piano lessons. It’s also the most important part of music so it’s vital that we find lots of ways to teach rhythm patterns to our students. By having lots of tricks up your sleeve (like those found in my book Rhythm in…
VMT048: How to make any change in your music teaching studio
Are you getting ready to make a big change in your music teaching studio? Whether you’re moving to no make-up lessons or bringing in groups, I’ve got the step-by-step process you need to help you make the transition. Relevant Resources How to Make any Change in your Piano Teaching Business VMT019: Reframing Your Makeup Lesson…
VMT047: Mistakes to avoid when starting group lessons
There are 3 things that I see teachers doing when they introduce a new lesson format or group lessons that make me want to shout out a warning! Listen in to find out how to avoid these common pitfalls. Relevant Resources How to Make any Change in your Piano Teaching Business FULL TRANSCRIPT Click…
VMT046: What to include in group preschool music lessons
In this episode, I’ll give you a taste of my Mini Musicians program and how I’ve structured it to include improvisation, games and fun patterning activities. Relevant Resources Mini Musicians One FULL TRANSCRIPT Click on any word to jump to that point in the audio. 🙂 VMT Ep 46_What to include in group preschool music…
VMT045: Private VS group preschool music lessons – which is better?
Have you considered teaching preschoolers but you’re just not sure which type of program would be right for you? In this episode, I’ll help you weigh up your options and decide between group and private lessons for your preschoolers. Relevant Resources Preschool Piano Lessons for 3-5 Years Old FULL TRANSCRIPT Click on any word…
VMT044: 3 Benefits of teaching preschoolers in your music studio
Do you wish you could teach during the daytime so that you could have a better work-life balance? Preschool music lessons could do that and much more. Find out about the benefits of teaching preschoolers in this episode. Relevant Resources Mini Musicians course FULL TRANSCRIPT Click on any word to jump to that point…
VMT043: How to keep your music studio income steady in the summer
Summer…ugh. It should be a wonderful time for music teachers to be able to take a break and chill out, but you can’t do that if you’re struggling to pay the bills. In this show, I’ll talk you through your options to solve the summer music studio income issue. Relevant Resources VMT019: Reframing Your Makeup…
VMT042: How to craft the perfect recital welcome speech
Do you get nervous for your recital welcome speech? This is many music teachers’ least favourite part of running a studio concert. Get step-by-step tips for planning out your speech in this episode and relieve your nerves! Relevant Resources Calm, Confidence Building Piano Recitals & Concerts How to make your studio recital into a…