Podcasts about music teachers

In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson dives into the exciting yet sometimes nerve-wracking process of preparing for a music teacher interview. Whether you're fresh out of college or exploring new opportunities, Bryson has tons of advice to help you stand out and land that dream job. With insights from his own experience and tips from serving on hiring committees, this episode is packed with useful ideas to help you feel more confident and prepared. Whether you're wondering how to present your teaching style or what key questions to ask, Bryson's got you covered! Episode Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:29 Bryson's Experience with Interviews & Hiring Committees 3:42 What to Know Before the Interview 5:15 What to Expect During the Interview 6:13 Bonus Tip for First-Time Interviewees 6:52 Questions To Ask The Interviewer 7:41 How a Teaching Portfolio Can Leave a Lasting Impression 9:44 Takeaways Links and Resources: Elementary Newbie Guide Disabilities Guide Steady Beat Survival Guide Join That Music Teacher Community

Welcome to the first of our summer bite-sized practice tip episodes! I hope this series will include some fun ideas, reminders you haven't thought about in a while, and ideas you want to share with your family, your studio, and anyone in your life incorporating music practiece into their week.  Today Christine Goodner is sharing 5 ways to avoid decision fatigue when it comes to summer practice schedules.   Links in this Episode: Google form to submit your practice tip for a future podcast Link to the Musical Nest Community hosted by Christine Goodner & Barbie Wong You can email Christine here: Christine at SuzukiTriangle.com Or connect with her on Instagram Transcript   

On a new Teachers' Lounge podcast, a Marengo music teacher breaks down the barrier between students who love music and students who typically join a school band.

What happens when a rock-obsessed music teacher turns her classroom into a stage for The Struts? In this joyful and heartwarming episode, Leah sits down with Janelle, a passionate K-5 educator from Maine who's crafted an entire music curriculum around our favorite band. From teaching xylophone with “She Makes Me Feel Like” to analyzing the intros of “Black Swan” and “Could Have Been Me,” Janelle brings The Struts' music alive for her students with mashups, live performance clips, and even bucket drumming routines. You'll hear how her fandom began thanks to a third grader, how she met Luke, and how her classroom is creating the next generation of Strutters—one epic lesson at a time. This one's a love letter to music education, Struts superfans, and the power of a great song to spark something magical. Don't miss this backstage pass to the coolest classroom in rock. Listen now — because school's never sounded this good Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Music Ed Insights, Alan and Steve welcome longtime listener Michael Kosiek and Carlisle High School principal Andrea Hoekstra. They share how Carlisle's flexible approach to professional development allows teachers—especially music educators—to focus on learning that's relevant to their subject areas. Hear practical advice for how teachers and administrators can work together to create PD that truly supports professional growth.

Most impressive Victorian structure in Canada!  Once the prestigious, Alma's Ladies College.  With a deep and powerful legend around a once Music Teacher named Angela.  But, does history support the ghost.  Let's find out!---SKIP TO WEEK'S GHOST STORY AT 10:09 MIN MARKCOMMENT AND READ ARTICLES CONTACT FORM

Today's episode is part one of a super interesting two-part conversation with Sam Reti, a music teacher and the visionary behind the popular online music lesson platform Muzie.Live. In this episode, Sam shares how a college class at Berkeley, countless Uber and Lyft rides, and a whole lot of Chipotle burritos helped launch his first business. And why learning when to quit was just as important as knowing when to keep going. We talk about how his first app idea morphed into a second and then a third, which is the Muzie we know today. We talk about the decision to bootstrap instead of raising investor money. How Sam adapted when his original business idea didn't pan out, and what he's learned about growing a customer base organically in the music education world. Sam gives an honest behind the scenes look at startup life complete with all the messy unglamorous realities you don't usually hear about.  Here's my conversation with Sam.  A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at MusicStudioStartup.com/episode165.   MSS Entrepreneurs Hub + Mastermind MSS Studio Launch Grant Competition Music Studio Business Building 101 Business Finance for Music Teachers  

This week our guest is someone who really inspires me as a teacher: music eductor, pianist, podcaster, author and more from Ireland: Nicola Cantan.  Links in this episode: Nicola Cantan's Website: Vibrantmusicteaching.com Nicola Cantan's blog Practice Pie by Nicola Cantan Transcript Find Christine's Books on Bookshop.org HERE  Connect with Christine on Instagram  

Alan and Steve respond to a message from a listener who asks a bold but important question: Are high school music teachers doing too much? From overloaded calendars to student burnout, they explore what drives the packed schedules—and how to lead strong programs without running ourselves or our students into the ground.

During this week in 1996, Roosevelt Elementary School in Fargo, North Dakota, celebrated its 75th anniversary. Among the honored guests was one of the school's most beloved retired teachers: 91-year-old music instructor Martha Hook.

This time of year I get a lot of financial questions from teachers. We've just gotten through the holiday spending spree, new year's might have inspired some financial goal-setting, and then there's the looming tax deadline in April, so there's a lot to think about. Sometimes the questions I get are really specific to an individual, but lately a bunch of clients and listeners have said “hey, you talk about reviewing financials on a regular basis as a way of getting more familiar with my financial picture, but what exactly should I be reviewing?” And they're totally right, I haven't been very specific here. So today I'm going to do that. I'm going to show you how to find some key numbers on your tax return that can give you powerful insights into your business and personal finances. A full transcript along, with printable + digital resources to supplement this episode, can be found at MusicStudioStartup.com/episode164.  

Are you posting regularly on Instagram, trying to get new students—but it feels like you're shouting into the void with zero engagement? Been there.When I started marketing my online music lessons on IG, it was crickets. But now? My studio has brought in 100 enrollments in the past 6 months just from Instagram. And no, it wasn't luck—it came down to a few key strategies that helped build momentum, boost engagement, and bring in students FAST (even from a brand new account).In this episode, I'm sharing 3 Secrets to Find Students FAST Using Instagram as an Online Music Teacher—so you can start filling your lessons ASAP. And don't miss the third secret—it's a total game-changer that helps you reach more people and keep those student inquiries rolling in on autopilot!PS: Check out how I went from 0 to 45 new online students in 60 days without referrals, local fliers, or posting in Facebook Groups! Link below

Links in this episode: Articles referenced in this podcast:  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/6392-stress-coping-with-lifes-stressors https://www.drmichellerozen.com/beating-burnout/stop-getting-overwhelmed/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-savvy-psychologist/202005/8-strategies-to-manage-overwhelming-feelings Transcript  Find Christine's Books on Bookshop.org HERE  Connect with Christine on Instagram  

If you've ever thought about expanding from being a solo, independent teacher to hiring teachers and assumed your first step would be to rent a commercial space, think again. Today's guest shares how the studio she started with a few students in her living room eventually grew to serve 200 students and took over her family's entire home. A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at MusicStudioStartup.com/episode163. Tax Insights Workshop  Thur. April 24 @ 10am Central Sign up for that workshop at https://www.musicstudiostartup.com/taxinsights/.   MSS Entrepreneurs Hub + Mastermind MSS Studio Launch Grant Competition Music Studio Business Building 101 Business Finance for Music Teachers  

Tired of waiting around for new students to find you? Ready to fill your online teaching schedule with learners who are *actually* excited to work with you? Same.  For years, private music teachers have been told to rely on word-of-mouth or sign up on a teaching platform. But if you're here, you already know—there's a better way. You want a system that puts *you* in control. One where inquiries come in consistently, your calendar is booked, and your studio is growing in a sustainable way.  In this episode, I'm sharing the 3 BEST ways to find students to teach online as a private music teacher—so you can stop guessing and start building a thriving studio.  Make sure to stick around ‘til the end, because I'm also revealing the *key* way to automate this process and save yourself hours every week. Let's dive in!PS: Check out how I went from 0 to 45 new online students in 60 days without referrals, local fliers, or posting in Facebook Groups! Link below

This week on the Time to Practice podcast we're speaking with Raúl Gómez-Rojas, musical director of the Metropolitan Youth Symphony (MYS) about the transformative power of music education in the lives of young people.  This is a special episode highlighting a non-profit organization making a difference in it's local community and it has something for everyone as we talk about many benefits of music in the lives of the next generation.  Links in this episode:  Information about the Metropolitan Youth Symphony and their programs can be found HERE You can find our guest Raúl Gómez-Rojas' bio  HERE You can find the transcript and blog post for this episode HERE Find Christine's Books on Bookshop.org HERE  Connect with Christine on Instagram Sign up to attend Christine's session for teachers on Friday, April 11th at 9am pacific all about holding parent-teacher conferences in your program HERE

Join Tamara for an interview with singer-songwriter (and ukulele queen) Mandy Madson, who trained in opera and musical theater and then eventually "traded the stage of Carnegie Hall for the dim lights of the honky tonks." Mandy is one half of Andy and Mandy - she and Andrew Sovine are "a brother and sister classic country duo that brings low brow laughs with a high lonesome sound across the lowcountry."  She has a Bachelor's in Music Education with a focus in Voice from Brewton-Parker College and currently works remotely as a middle school Music Teacher, and a freelance accessibility designer. Mandy has also developed a Mary Poppins-esque vibe for her "Miss Madson's Magical Music" project of leading singalongs for children.  Song clips played during this episode: Duet cover of Happy Days Are Here Again / Get Happy by Judy Garland & Barbra Streisand Solo cover of Proud Mary by Tina Turner  Solo cover of Crazy by Patsy Cline  Original song: Holiday Heartbreaker by Mandy Madson   Check out Mandy's music and projects and follow her here:  https://www.instagram.com/mandylynnmusic/  https://www.instagram.com/andyandmandyband/  https://www.instagram.com/missmadsonsmagicalmusic/  https://andyandmandy.bandcamp.com/track/holiday-heartbreaker   https://andyandmandyband.com/    Tune in and get all the details! 

This week Christine and Barbie tackle a frequently asked question they hear when they are speaking to parents about music practice. Links in this episode:  Sign up to attend Christine's session for teachers on Friday, April 11th at 9am pacific all about holding parent-teacher conferences in your program HERE Barbie Wong's Website: Barbiewong.com Join the Musical Nest Community, hosted by Christine & Barbie HERE Transcript & Blog Post for this episode  

This week I'm speaking with violinist, music educator, publisher, and recently retired professor Dr. Cora Cooper. We talk about incorporating women composers in our students' repertoire from the start, her journey as a musician, and her fabulous practice flow chart that you'll for sure want to check out.    Links in this episode:  Sign up to attend Christine's session for teachers on Friday, April 11th at 9am pacific all about holding parent-teacher conferences in your program HERE Find Dr. Cora Cooper's website for all the music discussed in this episode HERE Incorporating Violin Music by Women in the Suzuki rep by Claire Allen The Practice Flow Chart Practicing for Artistic Success by Burton Kaplan  You can read this episode in article format HERE Find Christine's Books on Bookshop.org HERE  Connect with Christine on Instagram

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Adrian Gordon, a seasoned music educator with over 20 years of experience, as he shares his insights on building a thriving music program. Discover how to connect with students, foster creativity, and overcome common challenges in music education. Whether you're a music teacher or simply passionate about the arts, this episode offers valuable advice and motivation. Show notes and bio: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e884 Key Takeaways: Prioritize self-care to sustain your energy and passion. Remember your "why" to stay focused on the impact of music education. Meet students where they are and set incremental goals. Build a community through fun, engaging activities outside the classroom. Emphasize the importance of patience and discipline in mastering music.   Tune in to learn how to create a supportive and dynamic environment for your students. Don't forget to check out Adrian Gordon's book, "Note to Self," and share this episode with your favorite music teacher!

With the MTNA conference right around the corner, we got Charles Harris, CPA back on the podcast to discuss tax deductions for business travel and attending conferences. We talk about common expenses associated with business travel, which ones are deductible and which ones aren't. We answer questions like: Are meals 100% deductible when I'm traveling? Can I deduct my plane ticket it I pay for it with points? If my family is traveling with me, can I deduct their travel expenses? If I book a local hotel for a staycation and teach a virtual lesson while I'm there, can I count it as a business trip? A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at MusicStudioStartup.com/episode162.   FREE Webinar: Self-Employment Tax Crash Course   Tax help for music teachers: MSS Tax + Accounting Services Join the Hub: MSS Entrepreneurs Hub + Mastermind