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The Fourforty (440) with Eric BrannerBeyond the Method: Tim Topham on Creative Teaching in a Distracted WorldTim Topham, founder of TopMusicCo and author of No Book Beginners, joins Eric to talk about creative teaching, the four pillars of modern piano pedagogy, the challenge of keeping students engaged in the age of TikTok, and why in-person community might be the most important investment music teachers can make right now. Learn more about Tim's work here.topmusic.coYouTubeFacebookLinkedInInstagram🌊 Connect with us: Join a supportive community for teachers & creatives at the Fons Family Facebook Group a supportive community for tea...
2026-03-051h 03
TopMusic Piano Podcast099: Reflections on 99 Episodes of the TopMusic Piano PodcastAs I approach episode 100, I wanted to pause and reflect on what the first 99 episodes of this podcast have meant to me. In this solo episode, I'm going to share memories from my own early piano lessons, the lessons I’ve learned from incredible guests, and how hosting this podcast has shaped me as a teacher and leader. It’s a look back filled with gratitude, growth, and excitement for what’s coming next.
Rachel shared why episode 99 felt like the right moment to pause before episode 100.How her early piano lessons began with confusion and the need to start simple...
2026-01-3014 min
Rock School Proprietor Podcast75: Greatest Hits With Dave Simon & Tim TophamOn this special “Greatest Hits of 2025” episode of the Rock School Proprietor Podcast, John Kozicki (Michigan Rock School and RockSchoolProprietor.com) brings together some of the most impactful moments from two standout conversations of 2025, featuring Dave Simon and Tim Topham. This curated episode highlights big ideas, fresh perspectives, and practical strategies for lesson studio owners who want to elevate the student experience and strengthen their business.
In this episode:
Rethinking the “practice problem” with Dave Simon—why traditional views on practice fall short and what to do instead.
How to reframe practice in a way that keeps stud...
2025-12-3127 min
The Performing Arts School EntrepreneurRethinking Piano Education — Tim Topham on Creativity, Modern Students & Teaching That Actually WorksIn this episode of the Performing Arts School Entrepreneur Podcast, host David Martin sits down with Tim Topham — international speaker, author, and founder of TopMusic, one of the world's most influential platforms for modern music educators. Through books, courses, membership programs, and global teacher training, Tim has helped thousands of piano teachers rethink how they teach in a fast-changing world. Tim's flagship book, No Book Beginners, challenges one of the oldest assumptions in piano education: that you must teach reading on day one. Instead, he advocates a "sound before symbol" approach that builds creativity, musicality, and motivation — and...
2025-12-0946 minRock School Proprietor Podcast36: Tim Topham | From Tradition to Innovation -- Teaching Music DifferentlyOn this episode of Rock School Proprietor Podcast, John Kozicki (Michigan Rock School and RockSchoolProprietor.com) is joined by Tim Topham, a pioneer in music education and the founder of Top Music. Tim shares his insights on a student-focused approach to teaching music, emphasizing the importance of playing music first and reading second.
In this episode:
The evolution of music education from more traditional to modern strategies.
Highlighting the value of community and collaboration in taking a more holistic approach to music lessons.
Moving beyond traditional method to focus on creativity and intuition.
Marketing strategies that...
2025-04-0235 minTopMusic Piano Podcast023: Healing from Injuries as a Pianist with Helen AunIn this episode, we delve into the world of injury prevention and peak performance for pianists with our guest, Helen Aun. Helen, a leading expert in her field and the founder of The Helen Aun Institute, has developed a unique method that combines the Alexander Technique, EFT Tapping, efficient piano technique, and mindset transformation to help pianists unlock their full artistic potential. With over 25 years of teaching experience and a background in both piano pedagogy and performance, she shares invaluable insights on preventing injuries, managing performance anxiety, and creating a supportive learning environment for students. Join us as we...
2024-06-2837 minTopMusic Piano Podcast017: 3 Steps to Teaching an Integrated Music Lesson (Replay)In this special replay episode from Tim Topham's Integrated Music Teaching podcast, we revisit an insightful discussion on the integrated music teaching model. We explore a three-step super simple process that any teacher can adopt to seamlessly integrate music teaching into their lessons. From analyzing repertoire to finding connections within the piece and planning creative integration activities, this episode offers practical insights to deepen students' connection to music. Stay tuned as we highlight the importance of creative activities and preview upcoming resources designed to empower teachers in implementing these strategies effectively with their students.The 3-step process for...
2024-05-1723 minTopMusic Piano Podcast016: Learning to Teach Beginners with Rebecca StewartIn today's episode, we delve into the art of teaching beginners with our guest, Rebecca Stewart. With a rich background in music education, Rebecca's journey began with the Yamaha method and later evolved into her own unique approach, filled with creativity and innovation. From her farm life in Australia to her recent speaking engagement at the Autumn Piano School, Rebecca shares valuable insights gained from years of experience. We explore her transition from established curricula to personalized lessons, her favorite method books, and her creative teaching techniques, including improvisation and composition. Join us as we uncover Rebecca's passion for...
2024-05-1039 minTopMusic Piano Podcast012: Tim Topham on Dreaming BigIn today's exciting episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Tim Topham to discuss the power of dreaming big in the world of music education. Tim shares about his recent journey to the States, where he was the keynote speaker at the MTNA conference and also hosted an event in New York. From the genesis of his keynote speaking dream to his inspiring speech at MTNA, he offers valuable insights into the evolving mindset of music educators. We delve into the shift towards treating music studios as businesses and explore some exciting developments at TopMusic, including new projects...
2024-04-1241 min
Teach Music OnlineE129: Teaching Beginners Beyond Method Books with Guest Tim TophamCan you sense your students are getting bored or needing something new? Consider putting down the method books and really connecting with your students. In today's episode, Carly welcomes Tim Topham, a trailblazer in the music industry who challenges teachers to change their approach through creativity.You may feel like you lack creativity or couldn't possibly do a lesson without the book. But here's the thing: many of us, myself included, often hesitate to step outside our comfort zones and explore unfamiliar territories with our students. Tim challenges us to try something new and embrace the creativity...
2024-03-0434 min
7-Figure Music SchoolFinding Your Studio’s Unique Message (w. Tim Topham) | 7FMS109Our guest today doesn’t really need an introduction… Tim Topham is an enormous figure in our industry. He emerged as an important voice in pedagogy a decade with his membership and resources created TopMusic.co.Tim came on the podcast to talk about how we educate beginners in our studio, creativity, and how his passion for pedagogy led him to discover his studio’s unique message.There’s a lot to learn here… as well as practical tips on making lessons fun for beginners (laying the groundwork for great retention in your studio or school).
2024-02-2857 minTopMusic Piano Podcast005: Francesca Christmas Introduces the New Trinity College London Exam SeriesWelcome to another podcast takeover with your host, Tim Topham! In this episode, we are joined by the brilliant Francesca Christmas, Director of Music and Director of Publishing at Trinity College London. With a background as both an opera singer and pop session singer, Francesca brings a wealth of experience to her role, overseeing the development of Trinity's international music assessment and publications portfolio.
Francesca shared some insights into the improvements in Trinity's new syllabus, including the decision to extend the shelf life of syllabi to ensure continuity for teachers and learners. We delve into the different exam types offered...
2024-02-2237 min
The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano musicSeason 4 Episode 12: Tim Topham - Founder and Director of Top Music Co and Author of "No Book Beginners"We had an inspiring conversation with 🇦🇺Tim Topham, Founder & Director of TopMusicCo, Music Educator, & Author! Our discussion revolved around his recently released book, "No Book Beginners: A Step-by-Step Framework for Creative Piano Teaching, Starting from Lesson One."This book encapsulates his experiences as a music educator and piano instructor, drawing from extensive research spanning from Kodaly to Music Learning Theory. It serves as a valuable resource, delving into various aspects such as the inspiration behind its creation, the current landscape of music education with a particular emphasis on piano instruction, and providing a historical context to elucidate the ev...
2024-02-211h 20
The Piano Pod - a global hub for innovation, education, and connection in classical piano musicTrailer for Season 4 Episode 12: Tim Topham - Founder/Director of TopMusicCo & Author of "No Book Beginners"🎥 Here is the Trailer for Our Upcoming Episode feat. Tim Topham - Founder & Director of TopMusic CO , Music Educator, & Author of “No Book Beginners.” Get ready for a captivating new episode of The Piano Pod featuring Tim Topham! Our discussion revolved around his recently released book, "No Book Beginners: A Step-by-Step Framework for Creative Piano Teaching, Starting from Lesson One."This book encapsulates his experiences as a music educator and piano instructor, drawing from extensive research from Kodaly to Music Learning Theory. It serves as a valuable resource, delving into various aspects such as the inspira...
2024-02-1802 minTopMusic Piano Podcast003: Podcast Takeover – MTNA President Peter Mack Interviews Tim!Welcome to a another episode of the TopMusic Piano Podcast, where we have a podcast takeover! In this special episode, Peter Mack, President of the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), takes on the role of guest host and interviews Tim Topham. Peter and Tim delve into various topics, starting with an overview of the Integrated Music Teaching Podcast and its mission. Peter shares insights into the MTNA, discussing its history, mission, and the upcoming MTNA 2024 National Conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
Tim opens up about his background, career trajectory, and unconventional approach to teaching beginner piano students without traditional method books...
2024-02-081h 06
The Online Course Show215: Adding a Book Into a Successful Course Business (Featuring Tim Topham)In this episode, our guest is Tim Topham, an experienced entrepreneur with a thriving membership-based business.
Tim discusses his recent venture into writing a book and reveals how it has become an integral part of his successful course business strategy.
From effective conversion techniques to the strategic use of a book as a marketing tool, Tim shares valuable insights that will resonate with our audience of online course creators and entrepreneurs.
Join us as we explore the transformative power of adding a book into a successful course business with Tim Topham.
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2023-12-2652 min
Dynamic Piano TeachingTim Topham on No Book BeginnersOn today's episode, Tim Topham shares about his newly released book No Book Beginners. Tim gives easily implemented tips for teachers who are nervous about teaching beginning piano students without a method book. He also provides ideas for teachers who want to include more improvisation, playing by ear, and transposition into traditional piano lessons. Connect with Tim:WebsiteFacebookFacebook GroupInstagramYouTube ChannelResources mentioned in this episode:(Some resources might contain affiliate links)No Book Beginners BookNo Book Beginners (Amazon)
2023-12-0442 min
Heart of the Piano PodcastInterview with Tim Topham: legend of the piano education community!Tim Topham is a legend in the piano education world, his podcast “The Integrated Music Teaching Podcast” is a who’s who of the most interesting & creative piano educators. It was a huge honour to chat to Tim about his new book which advocates and provides a framework for delaying reading music with beginner piano students.
This episode is not just for piano teachers though, I’m sure everybody will be interested in our chat which includes topics such as common preventable weaknesses that most piano students have, the history of improvisation and freedom from the written note in...
2023-12-0255 min
The Piano Sensei Way09 The Way to Teach Beginners with No Book (w/ Tim Topham)Tim Topham, internationally recognized leader in music education and founder of Top Music, joins the show to talk about his approach to delay method books and reading in order to focus on creativity and musicality first! Tim says, “Why don’t we leave the method books alone for a few weeks and do improvisation, creativity, musicality, and skill training first, before we introduce reading? I’m not against method books at all. They are a brilliant, structured, scaffolded way to teach students to read music. But is that the thing to do in lesson one? And my answer would be a v...
2023-11-2839 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#076: Stop Using the Method Book and Revolutionize Your Approach for Beginner Piano Students with Tim TophamIn today's show, we're joined by Tim Topham, the brilliant mind behind TopMusic. A seasoned entrepreneur and piano maestro, Tim takes us through his unconventional journey from piano teacher to innovator, exploring the misalignment between traditional teaching methods and students' preferences. This episode unveils Tim's latest masterpiece, the "No Book Beginners" book, challenging the norm of relying on method books for beginner piano students. Discover the vital importance of introducing dynamics, singing, and other musicality skills before delving into reading. Tim also shares personal insights, unveiling the pivotal role of sight-reading, accompaniment, and music creation in his own musical journey...
2023-11-2448 min
Piano Parent Podcast: helping teachers, parents, and students get the most of their piano lessons.PPP 354: No Book Beginners with author, Tim TophamIn today's episode, author and international teacher of piano teachers, Tim Topham shares his approach to music learning in his new book, "No Book Beginners". Rather than stifling your piano kid's enthusiasm for piano by slowing down music-making with foreign terminology and symbols and expecting them to learn to read music before they expore the interesting sounds the piano can create, Tim's book offers a different approach. Get your piano kid creating music and exploring sounds right from the first lesson! Learn more at www.PianoParentPodcast.com/354.
2023-11-0648 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#065: Should You Teach Your Guitar Students to Read Music?In today’s solo episode, we explore the highly debated topic of whether guitar teachers should teach their students to read music. With differing opinions, we delve into the heart of the matter, presenting multiple perspectives and shedding light on this divisive subject. Playing guitar and reading music are two distinct skills that can overwhelm beginners. Focusing on fretting and picking coordination is crucial in the initial stages, and introducing music reading at the start can hinder basic muscle memory development. Additionally, forcing students to read music from the beginning can lead to early quitting. We should be building confidence an...
2023-09-0112 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#064: Unveiling the Joy of Guitar Teaching with Glen HitchonIn today’s show, I’m thrilled to have a good friend and a fellow Aussie, Glen Hitchon, join us to share his insightful journey of guitar teaching. He takes us through the captivating chapters of his guitar teaching experience, including what ignited his passion for teaching. He shares with us the incredible impact he strives to make on his students. Be inspired as he unveils the story behind his charity busking endeavor, its components and the process of its creation. He also shares invaluable insights into his teaching approach and offers advice on setting up your teaching venture for succ...
2023-08-2547 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#063: Insider Secrets to Attract High-Quality Guitar Students for Daily 3-Hour Practice SessionsIn this engaging solo episode, we dive into the topic of attracting high-quality guitar students and building a reputation for excellence. Inspired by a recent conversation with a parent, I dive deep into the heart of our guitar teaching program's value, shedding light on what sets us apart from the rest. Join me as I explore the nuanced differences between university music programs and our studio's unique approach. I reveal the strategic steps that propelled my guitar teaching studio into the spotlight, attracting a cohort of high-quality students. But that's not all – I'm letting you in on my strategies that co...
2023-08-1816 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#062: Expert Strategies and Solutions to Overcome 6 Challenges of Guitar TeachingIn today’s show, we’re diving deep into the heart of guitar learning as we unravel the six challenges of guitar teaching that every aspiring guitarist encounters on their path to mastery. From technical intricacies to rhythm precision, from building confidence to navigating the fretboard, we leave no stone unturned. Brace yourself for a wealth of examples, insights, and actionable solutions, including the art of repetition for muscle memory, the rhythmic secrets unlocked through metronome practice and clapping exercises. We also discuss confidence boosters that transform stage fright into performance excellence, the harmonious exploration of fretboard familiarity, the creative expa...
2023-08-1125 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#061: Why You Shouldn't Build A Music SchoolIn today’s insightful episode of our podcast, I take you through a candid journey into the world of guitar teaching and music education. With my wealth of personal experiences and hard-earned wisdom, we’ll dive deep into the question of whether you should build a music school or stay as a solo teacher. Drawing from my own journey, I share the pros and cons of both approaches. Finally, listen in for some valuable advice to help you find the path that aligns with your goals and aspirations. Get ready to be inspired and informed as we navigate the exciting worl...
2023-08-0416 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#060: The Myth of 10,000 HoursWelcome to another eye-opening episode of our podcast where we unravel the famous myth of 10,000 hours. In this episode, we take a closer look at the infamous “10,000 hours” rule and its impact on guitar students and teachers alike. While the idea of dedicating 10,000 hours to practice is alluring, the reality is that it can take decades for most individuals to reach that milestone. The reality is that this is an extensive and time-consuming commitment. We’ll delve into the mathematical figures and explore why it’s not as straightforward as it seems.
Instead, we’ll explore the power of the 80/20 principle...
2023-07-2823 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#059: Building an Online Teaching Studio and Living as a Digital Nomad feat. Sebastian GomezIn this inspiring episode of our podcast, we explore the fascinating world of online teaching and the digital nomad lifestyle. Today, we have the privilege of speaking with the talented and adventurous Sebastian Gomez. Sebastian takes us on a journey from his early days as a guitar player to his transition into teaching and finally embracing the online teaching world. Discover the pivotal role of professional development in shaping his teaching approach and the reason why he chose to keep the majority of his students online even after the pandemic.
Sebastian shares invaluable insights on setting up an online teaching...
2023-07-2148 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#058: How to Help Intermediate & Advanced Students Become Fluent Guitar Players with Charlie LongJoin us in today’s thought-provoking episode as we dive into the world of guitar teaching with the talented Charlie Long. Charlie takes us on a journey through his own musical path and shares how teaching guitar shaped his professional life. From lessons learned from sports, to the power of personality profiling and motivation, Charlie unveils the crucial components often missing in the musical education of guitar players. He also offers his framework for helping advanced students reach their goals and emphasizes the value of playing live and making music with others.
Get ready to gain insights into Charlie’s YouT...
2023-07-141h 11
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#057: Beginner Guitar Secrets Unveiled: Exploring Online Funnels & Facebook Ads with Den LopezIn today’s episode, we unlock some beginner guitar secrets and explore the world of online funnels and Facebook ads with our returning guest, Den Lopez. We had a great discuss about the power of overcoming scarcity mindset, the transformative impact of investing in programs and mentors, and the importance of nurturing strong client relationships for your business success. We also discussed a comprehensive overview of Facebook ads and Google ads, equipping you with the knowledge to amplify your marketing efforts. Den generously shares his funnel marketing strategy that has propelled his own business to unparalleled heights.
Additionally, we share in...
2023-07-071h 22
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#056: Embracing the Power of Advertising: Conquer Your Fears and Grow Your Guitar Teaching BusinessWelcome to another exciting episode of our podcast, where we dive deep into the transformative power of advertising for your guitar teaching and business growth. We tackle a common challenge faced by guitar teachers – not having enough students. Whether you’re a solo guitar teacher or working for a music school, the need for more students to increase your income remains universal.
The solution – advertising. However, many teachers are hesitant and scared when it comes to advertising their business. They worry about wasting money or not knowing where to start. But fear not! In this episode, we will show you how to...
2023-06-3020 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#055: 3 Ways to Get Guitar Students FastIn today’s exciting episode of our podcast, we uncover the secrets on how to get guitar students fast. As a guitar teacher, one of the biggest challenges you face is attracting new students. In this episode, we’ll reveal three proven methods to help you do just that. While not all of these methods are free, investing in your business is essential for success.
First, we’ll explore the power of leveraging your personal network. By simply asking yourself, “Who do I know that wants to learn guitar?” and reaching out to your friends and acquaintances, you can tap into a pot...
2023-06-2332 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#054: 5 Ways to Use ChatGPT in Your BusinessIn today’s episode, we explore innovative ways to enhance your business using cutting-edge technology. We delve into the incredible possibilities that ChatGPT offers for transforming your guitar teaching studio. Discover five top tips on how to leverage the power of ChatGPT to elevate your business to new heights. From effortlessly crafting difficult emails to creating captivating blog posts and articles, developing comprehensive lesson plans, writing compelling copy for your website, and also devising a winning social media content strategy, we have you covered. Join me as we unlock the secrets of incorporating ChatGPT into your business, ensuring that your gu...
2023-06-1624 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#053: How to Grow Your Guitar Studio with Group Lessons feat. Daniel PattersonWelcome to another episode of the podcast, where we dive into the world of group lessons with Daniel Patterson, the founder of Grow Your Music Studio. With over a decade of teaching experience, Daniel has not only built a successful studio but also dedicated himself to helping other music schools and studios overcome common industry challenges. Throughout our conversation, we explore what led Daniel to shift his focus from teaching to coaching. He discussed the importance of mentorship and guidance in his own journey and when he felt ready to coach others with their businesses.
We also delve into the...
2023-06-0959 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#052: A Blueprint for Your Music Teaching Success with Wendy Brentnall-WoodIn today’s episode, we delve into the world of music education with Wendy Brentnall-Wood. Wendy takes us on her inspiring journey, transitioning from a musician to a successful business coach and entrepreneur. As both a teacher and business owner, she shares her valuable insights on curriculum development, emphasizing the key elements necessary for a thriving and effective music teaching approach. We also dive into the impact of easily accessible information through digital platforms, examining its implications for students’ learning experiences.
Wendy also offers practical strategies for enhancing student retention and fostering long-term engagement. Additionally, we discuss the importance of cult...
2023-06-0250 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#051: BiteSize Guitar Teaching with Michael HaworthIn today’s episode, our guest Michael Haworth of BiteSize Guitar joins us as we delve into his incredible journey from guitarist to teacher, spanning over two decades of professional experience. Discover how his teaching approach has evolved over the years, from humble beginnings to becoming an experienced educator. Gain valuable insights from Michael as he shares his expertise with us. Explore the profound impact of learning a musical instrument on the brain and also unlock its remarkable cognitive benefits. Get inspired by Michael’s passion and vision behind BiteSize Guitar and unravel the significance of ear training in the real...
2023-05-261h 01
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#050: Unlocking the Best Guitar Teaching Tips - The 50th Episode SpecialWelcome 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 lasting impact on your students. Our special episode covers a range of topics, including guitar teaching tips, classroom management strategies, tips for building strong relationships with your students. We also cover business management tips and learning tips to help you effectively manage your busi...
2023-05-191h 08
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#049: Music Theory Made Fun with Zac Pugh from MusagoIn today’s exciting episode, our guest is Zac Pugh, the founder of the fast-growing music theory platform, Musago, that makes music theory relevant and delivers an easy teaching experience. Zac takes us through the journey of launching his innovative platform, from planning to marketing and attracting his first round of clients. He also shared valuable tips on attracting clients and maximizing impact on guitar students. He discussed the importance of music theory for guitar students, and the difference between music theory and musicianship skills. Zac also offers valuable insights on inspiring guitar teachers to motivate their students to practice at...
2023-05-1257 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#048: The Ultimate Guide to Marketing and Selling Books & Guitar Resources with Alex RockwellJoin us in this episode as we chat with Alex Rockwell about his ultimate guide to marketing and selling your online guitar resources. Discover his tips and tricks to enhance productivity and organization. Learn about his innovative approach to guitar playing with The UnCAGED System and gain insights into how to market and grow your music business online. Plus, get a glimpse into Alex’s daily routine and process for creating new resources. And finally, don’t miss his last piece of advice to the listeners.
Today’s Guest
Alex Rockwell is a guitarist, composer, and teacher based in Nas...
2023-05-0548 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#047: Mastering the Art of Studio Growth: Chris Hickle's Winning Formula for 500+ Students through SEO & Google AdsOur guest today, Chris Hickle, is an SEO and Google Ads expert who shares his journey from running a music school to helping music schools all over North America grow their business online. Learn about the power of SEO and its implications, great optimization tips for your website, how to beat out registry websites, and some insider tips for setting up your own Google Ads. Don’t miss out on this valuable information to take your music school to the next level!
Today’s Guest
Chris Hickle and his wife, Jen, owned a music school for 25 years that star...
2023-04-281h 04
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#046: Unlock the Secrets of Building a Music School with Jonny Wilson: A Must-Listen Episode Worth $10,000!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 that helped him grow his business into seven figures. Get ready to learn the secrets to growing your studio and building a music school of your own. If you’re ready to take your music career to the next level, this episode is a must-listen!
2023-04-211h 21
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#045: Getting Your Beginner Guitar Students Strumming with the "Cheat Chord" Method feat. Sam BlakeOur guest today is Sam Blake, owner of BMT School of Music in the UK, who began his guitar teaching career by riding his bike to give guitar lessons in peoples’ homes. He tells us his story on how he transitioned from being a private guitar teacher to now owning his music school. He also talks about hiring the right people and delegating tasks so that you can focus on areas that bring value to your business. We also shared some of our insights about having a positive mindset towards money and how this can help your family and your bu...
2023-04-141h 08
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#044: Diaries of a University Music Professor with Professor Pádraig O'KaneOur guest today, Music Professor K. Pádraig O’Kane is a guitar educator with 35 years of experience teaching in a variety of institutions including high schools and universities. Pádraig is a guitar teacher who has devoted his life to sharing his love of music with others, and now he gets to share the incredible journey he’s been on as a music professor. Listen in as he tells us about how he quit music and why he came back to it. He also shares some pros and cons on being a music professor in the university system, some tips o...
2023-04-0742 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#043: How to Tailor Your Teaching to Meet Every Student's Needs in Group Music Lessons with Melanie BowesIn this episode, the founder of KeyNotes Music and leading expert in group lessons, Melanie Bowes, joins us today to share her great knowledge on running group lessons in your studio. KeyNotes Music is a group piano program, which focuses on collaborative group learning in the foundation stages of piano. Melanie shares with us how she started as music teacher to creating her group piano program, which is now being used in over a hundred of music studios around the world. She also discussed the importance of building resilience in your students as well as tips on how you can...
2023-03-3156 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#042: How to Create Guitar Orchestra and Large Ensembles for Your Students with Jayson MartinezOur guest today, Jayson MartĂnez is recognized as the first guitar major in the history of the prestigious Arts High School in Newark, NJ. Hear about his journey from being a guitar student to now owning a music school while running a guitar orchestra. He shared some insights into the world of classical guitar and how to get started as a guitarist. He also shared some tips on developing self-esteem and confidence through music that will help you foster your students’ love of playing the guitar. If you are looking to create an environment where your students can be suc...
2023-03-2453 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#041: A Whole Body Learning Approach to Guitar Lessons with Paul MyattOur guest today, Paul Myatt, Director at Forte School of Music, shares his journey from being a regular piano teacher to being a coach and helping other teachers around the world. He talks about the importance of professional and personal development and why learning new things is always important. He shared the whole body learning approach that they use in Forte School of Music and how their approach differs from other music schools. Paul also shared some great tips that music teachers can do to improve in their teaching and business knowledge, along with sharing some of his own mistakes...
2023-03-1742 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#040: Growing My Guitar Teaching YouTube Channel from Zero to One Million Views with Jamie AndersonThe best stories we’ve heard come from people who have found something they are passionate about and then really took the time to grow it. Jamie Anderson, singer-songwriter turned guitar teacher, did just that. With her experience in playing guitar and touring for over 30 years, she found a way to turn her passion into teaching students and creating a guitar teaching YouTube channel who now has about 70k subscribers. In this podcast, Jamie shared how she started gaining traction in her YouTube channel and reaching one million views in just a few months. She also shared some of her ma...
2023-03-1051 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#039: Managing Multiple Music Schools with Successful Amazon Side Hustles feat. Mike GrandeIn this podcast episode, one of our favourite guests is back on the show. Mike Grande, owner of Rock Out Loud Live, returns to the show and tells us about his successful Amazon product, Card Chords. He tells us how he managed to run multiple music schools while having Amazon side hustles with great success. He also shared about his heartwarming and life-changing experience in Rwanda and how he helped their music teachers to become coaches. Get some great tips from Mike on what it takes to keep giving the WOW factor to your existing customers as well as...
2023-03-0346 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#038: Exploring the Benefits of a Hybrid Teaching Model for Music Teachers in a Post-Pandemic World with Sam RetiIn today's episode, we're having a chat with Sam Reti, Founder and CEO of Muzie.Live, about the the benefits of a hybrid teaching model for music teachers in a post pandemic landscape. Muzie.Live is an all in one virtual music studio for online and hybrid music education, providing the highest quality music education tools when it comes to managing your studio, billing, invoicing, scheduling files, practice logs and pretty much anything you could imagine for managing lessons. Listen in as Sam shares his insights on the importance of students playing with other people. He also shared some g...
2023-02-241h 03
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#037: What Happens When a Computer Scientist Becomes a Guitar Teacher with Keith Martin of Fret ScienceIn today’s podcast episode, our guest Keith Martin of Fret Science shared his journey with us from being a computer scientist to becoming a guitar teacher. He goes into detail about how he applied some concepts from his computer science background to learning guitar and teaching, as well as some of the ways that he applies this knowledge on his lessons. He also tells the story of how he quickly grew his YouTube channel from 0 subscribers to 14,000+ within just 2 months through using data-driven lessons and helpful content creation tools. Keith shared an overview of his journey and ho...
2023-01-2751 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#036: Finding Joy in Teaching Without the Business Hassle with Rich Constable & Josh Gillis of Guitar BossIn today’s episode, we’re chatting with Josh Gillis and Richard Constable of Guitar Boss, an all in one system for guitar teachers. Listen in and get some insights and how this program will help you stay organized as you get busier and you get more leads in. They also shared the importance of using a funnel and the misconceptions around it. If you’re looking for some great advice on how to be successful as a guitar teacher, while still being yourself and without worrying on the business side of things, this episode is for you. Richar...
2023-01-2047 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#035: How to be a Great Music Teacher in 2023 with Rob Garland Our guest in today’s episode is Rob Garland, a guitar player and a great music teacher in a very notable institution. Rob is going to share his thoughts on how to be a successful guitar teacher in 2023 and beyond. This interview is a goldmine of information for any teacher looking to take their guitar teaching skills to the next level. Rob shares a brief background about his career, both as a musician and teacher. The story of how he got a contract with Cherry Lane or getting involved with publishing companies. Why he took the plunge and re...
2023-01-0651 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#034: How to Expand Your Guitar Teaching Business Online in 2023 with Jamie SlutzkyIn this episode, we chat with Jamie Slutzky about how to expand your guitar teaching business online. Jamie has built an incredibly successful online business and hosts the Expand Online Podcast. In this episode, she shares her guiding principles for helping other music teachers pursue an online teaching business and gives specific examples of what it takes to get started in 2023. In this episode, we discuss: Jamie’s background and how she found her niche helping music teachers. The reason why you should create an online business or course. Tips on how to start your online bu...
2022-12-1636 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#033: Making It Easy for Your Students in Learning Guitar Chords with Francesco BaroneLearn a different guitar methodology of teaching students, children and adults, with our podcast guest today, Dr Francesco Barone. Dr Barone is a classical guitar teacher turned author who shares distinct characteristics of his methodology and interesting information on his books with us today. He also gives us great ideas, advice and tips for teaching guitar chords and publishing a book under Amazon. His journey from a guitar player to teacher, and now author. The genesis of his book, Guitar Chords and Context. The Suzuki Method, its components and aspects, and how students learn using this methodology. The...
2022-12-0951 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#032: How to Become an In-Demand Session Guitarist, Gigging Musician & Music Producer with Michael FlandersMichael Flanders is the go-to guy in the Queensland music scene. Listen to this podcast to learn how Michael started from scratch and rose to become a professional musician, a gigging and in-demand session guitarist and a music producer. He shares his story of how he started out and what it’s like working in the music industry. He also shared some great tips and advice for players who want to make it big in the music scene. How Michael started in music. The story of how he became to go-to guy in the Queensland music scene. How th...
2022-12-0256 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#031: A Chat About Classical Guitar, Suzuki Method and Other Beginner Methods feat. John CésarIn this podcast episode, we’re going to have a chat with classical guitarist John César and we’re going to discuss the classical guitar, beginner guitar teaching methods, and especially the Suzuki Method and how you can use it in your teaching. John shares with us the lessons he learned from his own teaching. He also shares how he is able to carve out a space for guitar lessons for his students by using principles and techniques that he outlined in this podcast episode. If you are interested in learning how to teach guitar or just want to le...
2022-11-2559 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#030: Increasing & Boosting Student Retention in Your StudioToday’s short episode is going to be a really cool discussion about increasing and boosting student retention in your studio. In my studio, we’ve got a number of different things that we do in terms of increasing and boosting student retention. And we’ll talk about things that you can do at the moment to harness the power of connection to increase your retention, increase engagement and create positive outcomes for yourself, your studio, and especially your students. Boosting retention among your students. The importance of having a strong connection with your students. Why you need to hav...
2022-11-1822 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#029: How to Start an Online Teaching Business that Scales to 6 Figures & Beyond with Sonya RamseyAre you a music teacher or a musician looking to start an online teaching business? In today’s podcast episode, we interview Sonya Ramsey, owner of Music Instructor Business Academy. She shares her top tips and best strategies on how to make your online teaching business successful. So if you want to learn how to up your game in online marketing, and we’re telling you now that you don’t need tons of money to start it, then listen in on this episode today. Sonya gives us a brief background on herself and how she turned into a musi...
2022-11-1158 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#028: Teaching Composition and Creativity with Gilbert IsbinWhen should guitar teachers start working on composition and creativity with students and how can you teach it? How can you get published and market your business or book? These are just some of the interesting questions that Gilbert Isbin, guitarist and composer, answers in this week’s podcast. If you’re looking to get published or just wanting to learn how you can teach composition and creativity to your students, listen to this episode and find out what Gilbert’s tips are for guitar teachers like you. Gilbert gives us a rundown on his story so far, from p...
2022-11-0450 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#027: How to Create Engaging Guitar Learning Experiences for Kids with Dave DonoghueIn today's episode, we sit down with Dave Donoghue as he shares about his background and his journey as a guitar teacher. Dave tells us some lessons he has learned along the way about how to create engaging, fun and effective guitar learning experiences for kids. We learn how to approach teaching kids and how to keep them interested and engaged throughout the lesson. We also discuss some of the struggles and problems that teachers encounter with younger students. He also talks about how immersion-based events in teaching can be very powerful in cultivating musical growth by exposing learners...
2022-10-2855 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#026: Learning Guitar Secrets to Create a Full-Time Online Teaching Business feat. Den LĂłpezThis episode features someone who has been helping beginning guitar players learn with some exciting and engaging secrets to make guitar playing a whole lot easier. Mr. Den LĂłpez from Learning Guitar Secrets and host of his own podcast, That Beginner Guitar Podcast shares a whole lot of valuable information that you can implement in your studio today. If you want to get insights on how to keep students engaged in their guitar lessons or how to build your social media following, this podcast is for you. Den gives us a brief background of how he started a...
2022-10-211h 16
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#025: How to 10X your Guitar Teaching with Eric StoneIn today’s episode, we’re talking all about how to 10x your guitar teaching with Eric Stone. Eric is a music teacher who has not just taught hundreds of guitar players but also transcended that role by going into authoring four books on guitar playing. With over 20 years of experience in the teaching business, he has amazing things to share with us on the podcast today. We’ll talk about his story and some tips to make your music playing come alive. He also shares with us how to navigate the hurdles of being a modern guitar player and so...
2022-10-1448 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#024: Creating A Rockstar Experience For Your Students with Brad LittonHow do we create a rockstar experience for our students? In today’s episode, we’re having a chat with Brad Litton, the owner of Vernal Rock Academy and Simple Guitar. Brad shares his background with us, giving us a little bit of an insight about his past experiences and how he transitioned from being a guitar teacher to a music school owner to the online learning space. He tells us how he takes pride in making sure that his students are having a rockstar experience in his music school. Brad shares his background and his transition from guit...
2022-10-0744 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#023: How to Find Your First Guitar StudentToday’s solo episode is all about how to find your first guitar student. I’m going to share my personal experience on how I started teaching guitar, from just an avid guitar player to now a six-figure guitar teacher. As a guitar player, teaching and sharing your knowledge and talent in guitar playing may have already crossed your mind. Well, you’re in luck because in this episode, I’m going to share my easy and top tips on how you can get started in teaching guitar. These tips will surely give you an idea on how to find you...
2022-09-3012 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#022: Why Your Students Should Be Practising Less and Playing More feat. Steve MastroianniIn this episode, we sit down with a successful online teaching guru and author, Steve Mastroianni. Steve shares his journey from being a rockstar guitarist to building his business and becoming a best-selling author. Steve has become a go-to source for musicians looking to expand their playing ability and becoming better musicians. Listen in as he tells us why our students should be practising less and playing more. We discuss his story and what it was like opening up for Kiss on tour and how he was led in a completely different direction to start his own business and...
2022-09-231h 08
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#021: Lessons From a Third Generation Music Teacher Turned Tech Guru with Eric BrannerMy guest today is tech guru, Eric Branner. Eric is a successful guitar teacher who decided to make the jump into the tech world and build Fons, a platform that helps music school owners turns hours of admin work into a few taps of an app. Listen in and be inspired as Eric shares his story, the lessons he’s learned along the way and some tips for raising your prices as a guitar teacher. He also shares the importance of mentorship and custom coaching, common mistakes guitar teachers make when dealing with the business side of their studios, and...
2022-09-161h 07
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#020: How to Help Your Students Build Unstoppable Confidence with Brett CusackMy guest today, Brett Cusack, is a musician, mindset mentor, and music educator. He founded the Glitter Fox Studios and The Confident Musician – a mindset coaching and professional training company for advanced and professional musicians. Brett is going to share his story with us and the ups and downs he has been through. He also shares how he is guiding and inspiring his students and professionals in the business to develop their love for music, thrive in what they do, and build unstoppable confidence, too. Brett gives us a brief overview of how he started playing the guitar to...
2022-09-0952 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#019: Why Some Students Flourish With Some Teachers and Fail With Others with Eric BourassaEric Bourassa has been a passionate player of the guitar for many years and teaches the art of guitar through his own music school. In this interview, Eric shares his teaching experiences with students and shares his insights why some students flourish with some teachers and fails with others. He recounts the challenges he had with his studio and how he overcame them. And he shares with us how finding the right mindset and tools to give your students a great experience in learning the guitar can help you grow your studio. If you’re a guitar teacher who wa...
2022-09-0251 minTeach Music OnlineE88: Your Essential Marketing Checklist for Getting Students Fast with Guest Tim TophamClick this link to download the Marketing ebook checklist! https://www.teachmusic.online/marketingchecklistMarketing can be a really overwhelming task. But it can be really simple if you take it step by step! It was a pleasure having Tim Topham of TopMusic on this week to talk about the essential steps to marketing your studio.Listen in to hear our checklist of how you can integrate marketing into your studio right now!Have you left a review?Please take a moment to review this podcast on iTunes, your reviews mean s...
2022-08-2932 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#018: Teaching Kids, Creating Curriculums and Marketing Your Music School - Chat with Dave Simon of KidzrockFrom the early beginnings of Kidzrock, Dave Simon has been well-known in the guitar teaching and online music teaching social media circles. In this episode, he tells us about his personal experiences and journey that led him to create this very successful guitar music program for kids. In particular, we discuss how his own experiences helped shape his vision and goals for Kidzrock, how he built it, expanded it, and the most important things you need to know to help you grow your own business just like he did. Dave shares more about his story, building his school...
2022-08-2652 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#017: Creating Win-Win Relationships with Local Music Stores with Simon EdgellMy good friend, Simon Edgell, owner of Guitar Players Edge Academy, has decades of experience in music and understands the importance of having good musical instruments and equipment to work with. He joins us in this episode to tell us his interesting musical background, his advice for teachers and students, as well as share his recommendations on must-have things in your studio for teachers and students. More importantly, he willingly shares his knowledge on how building great relationships with local music stores can help you, your students, and your studio. How the 12-week TopMusicGuitar Course helped Simo and...
2022-08-1956 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#016: How to Get More Gigs and Make More Money as a Solo Guitarist with John GilliatIn this episode, we’ve got a very special guest – somebody who is training guitar players all around the world and offering really cool courses through his guitar school online program – guitarist, John Gilliat. John has been very successful in his own right. In today’s episode, get some great tips from John on how to get more gigs and earn money as a solo guitarist. Listen as he shares his story with us and the lessons he learned along the way. Overview of his story as a guitar player and teacher during COVID. Creating his course, Learning to Play a...
2022-08-1256 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#015: From The Archives: An Interview With Australian Guitar Royalty feat. Michael DolceAustralian Guitar Royalty Michael Dolce shares his experience in playing for The Voice Australia. Listen to this episode as he shares the various jobs he has had, the lessons he took, the important people who helped and taught him along the way, to why he continues to practice playing everyday. We have so much lessons to learn from his journey and you’ll get that all in this episode. Michael shares his experience in playing for The Voice Australia. The story of how he made his way to become a session guitar player. He shares the various jobs he...
2022-08-0559 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#014: Creative Ways to Keep Your Students Engaged in Both Online & Offline Learning with Vanessa MunnsIn this episode, I've invited Vanessa Munns to share her tips and tricks to keep your students engaged in learning music both offline and online. Vanessa practices whole body learning and uses creative tools to make learning fun and exciting for students. Today, you're going to learn what she actually did to increase her business even at a time of uncertainty during the COVID pandemic and how she has maintained a thriving studio to date. Vanessa gives us an overview of her business so far. Vanessa shares with us the look of her studio before and during COVID...
2022-07-2950 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#013: Building an Empire - The Genesis of the G4 Guitar Method with David HartDavid Hart is a guitar teacher and businessman who has built his business around group lessons and his brand, G4 Guitar Method. In this episode, David covers the ups and downs of teaching and provides valuable tips for other guitar teachers in this podcast. He shares the inspiring story of how he started and how he grew his network and built his business from the ground up. David gives us an overview of his background and how he grew G4 Guitar Method to a worldwide brand. The 80/20 Method. The story of G4 and the struggles he went through...
2022-07-151h 05
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#012: Finding Balance for the Modern Guitar Player with Steve AllsworthHere’s your chance to get advice and tips for learning, working, and teaching music directly from an experienced and modern guitar player, teacher, tour musician, and now, author – Steve Allsworth. In this interview, he shares his journey, his background, and how he dreamed up his book project into reality, The 100 Essential Funk Grooves for Guitar. If you are a guitar player or teacher, Steve shares his experiences that you can definitely learn from and be inspired by in this episode.  His journey as a guitar player, teacher, tour musician, and author. Helping students to become musici...
2022-07-0848 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#011: Life Lessons from Almost 40 Years in the Guitar Education Industry with Frank GambaleGrammy-winning guitar virtuoso, Frank Gambale, is a world-renowned guitarist, composer, and has 40 years of experience in guitar education industry. In the ’80s, he moved from Australia to LA where he became a member of the faculty at Guitar Institute of Technology, started playing for Chick Corea and touring the world, and eventually entered the world of online teaching. He has shared his passion for music with hundreds of thousands around the globe with his music and educational resources. In this episode, Frank tells us more about his journey and experience, his educational resources, how he did it, his transition int...
2022-07-011h 17
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#010: Building Your Audience on Social Media feat. Brocha KahanSo many of us and our businesses have been affected by the COVID pandemic. Brocha Kahan is no exception. From having a successful studio, she went back to zero when the pandemic hit. And what she did soon after will inspire you. This is the story she shares with us in this episode today. Now, Brocha has achieved her target of $100,000 sales in the online space while being a mum to three kids. Listen in to see what she did, how she did it, and get insights and tips from her experience and knowledge in our interesting conversation....
2022-06-2442 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#009: Pursuit of Excellence: From a Struggling English Teacher to an In-Demand Guitar Teacher with Rob HamptonYou don’t have to be Rob Hampton to build a successful music business, but you could learn a thing or two from him. Rob is a one-of-a-kind guitar teacher who has learned how to tweak his game in order to work with higher-end clients and deliver them great value. In this episode, Rob shares the ins and outs of his business model, the mindset shift he made to charge premium rates for his services, and some of the things he’s doing differently at Heartwood Guitar Studio and Greatest Gig. You’ll get an inside look at how one suc...
2022-06-1754 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#008: The Secret Sauce to Magical Learning Experiences For Your Students with Rob SpampinatoWhile Rob Spampinato has a background in music and education, it wasn’t until recently that he wrote his first book. His new book, This Book Shreds, is the result of years of experience as a teacher and musician that inspired him to share his story and secrets to creating magical learning experiences for students with others. And we are going to talk about that today on the podcast along with the story of his successful music school, his secret sauce to inspiring students to love playing, and he shares some great tips for teachers. If you are in nee...
2022-06-101h 04
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#008: The Secret Sauce to Magical Learning Experiences For Your Students with Rob SpampinatoWhile Rob Spampinato has a background in music and education, it wasn’t until recently that he wrote his first book. His new book, This Book Shreds, is the result of years of experience as a teacher and musician that inspired him to share his story and secrets to creating magical learning experiences for students with others. And we are going to talk about that today on the podcast along with the story of his successful music school, his secret sauce to inspiring students to love playing, and he shares some great tips for teachers. If you are in nee...
2022-06-101h 03
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#007: Making Guitar Lessons Fun with Mario LattuadaWhy is it so important for teachers to make guitar lessons fun? In this episode with Mario Lattuada, an experienced musician and music teacher, we chat about how planting seeds with your students and making guitar lessons fun for them create big ripple effects in their musical journey. Join us as we talk about how this approach has worked for Mario and the benefits it has given his students.  Mario gives a brief introduction about himself and his journey. Characteristics they look for in students who audition for music school. The joys of planting seeds with yo...
2022-06-0349 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#006: Life Advice and Pearls of Wisdom for Career Musicians with Jack PantazisIt’s always so inspiring to learn from experienced musicians and educators. In this episode with Jack Pantazis, you’ll learn how he overcame many challenges to become one of the best career musicians in the industry. Backed with 35 years of experience as a professional musician and 30 years as an educator, he shares pearls of wisdom that will help you get the right mindset, approach, and experiences to become a better student and musician.  Why you shouldn’t be afraid of making mistakes. The lessons Jack has learned from his experiences playing live. Jack shares his backgro...
2022-05-271h 00
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#005: Connecting Faith and Music with Josh RossThe things you did in your past have a strong connection to what the future will bring you. Josh Ross is a testament to this. And in today’s episode, he shares his story of how his faith and music and the things he did in his past has contributed to his success as a musical director at their church and as a music studio owner. Josh also reveals the marketing secrets that have helped him grow the J-RO School of Music into one of the most sought-after music schools in his area. Josh’s transition from...
2022-05-2027 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#004: The Mindset of High Performance Musicians with Gottfrid Norberg WaxinBeing a great musician is about more than just playing your instrument; it’s also about cultivating an inner attitude that helps you grow and develop as a player. Gottfrid Norberg Waxin has been on both sides of this divide, as a virtuoso guitar player and a teacher who develops talent. In this interview, he shares his techniques for mastering speed and technique, as well as advice for developing the mindset of high performance musicians. Gottfrid's journey from guitar player to teacher and the work he does today.His thoughts on using speed as a tool fo...
2022-05-1353 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#003: Success Principles for Musicians with Lauren BatemanIf you want to turn your passion for music into something professional, Lauren’s story is the perfect starting point. Lauren is a former scientist turned music school owner and online teacher. In this episode, she shares the secrets of her success, what makes her stand out, and what sets her apart. If you want to learn success principles for musicians and what it takes to grow your studio, this episode is a must-listen!  Lauren’s transition from a scientist to a music school owner and online teacher. Things that Lauren did to achieve success despite the COVID pandemic. Actions that...
2022-05-0655 min
TopMusicGuitar Podcast#002: Creating Your Dream Studio with Mike Grande of Rock Out LoudMike Grande, the founder of Rock Out Loud, shares the story of how he created his dream music studio and how YOU can do it, too. Mike has some great insight into the mentality and actions it takes to start off your own business and scale it. He shares his secrets to success and how building relationships were a huge part of his growth. Whether you're a musician, a teacher, or a business owner working with music - this episode is a must-listen. Â Mike shares his journey from teaching to starting his own dream studio. Looking at building a...
2022-04-2953 minTeach Music OnlineE76: Selling Music, Staying Productive, and Building a Studio - My Chat with Tim TophamIn this episode Tim Topham and I discuss a number of topics around being successful as a studio owner. Tim has amazing experience building courses, webinars, working with teachers, and teaching himself! It was great being able to catch up with him and I hope you enjoy our discussion!Resources from this episodeCheck out TopCast here: https://topmusic.co/category/podcast/Sell music and resources through the marketplace here: https://topmusicmarketplace.com/Have you left a review?Please take...
2022-04-1150 min
Integrated Music Teaching PodcastTC243: Quick bites: Unpacking Evolution innovations with Tim TophamThanks for reading TC243: Quick bites: Unpacking Evolution innovations with Tim Topham from TopMusic.co.
Are you one of those teachers who want to expand their business while not trading time for money anymore? You can do it with a little bit of imagination and a lot of help from TopMusicPro Evolution. In this episode, Tim unpacks Evolution Innovation from inspiration he has found in some of our current Evolution ... TC243: Quick bites: Unpacking Evolution innovations with Tim Topham
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2021-05-2816 min
All Keyed UpTim Topham: The Art of CommunicationTim Topham, internationally renowned music educator, piano teacher, writer, podcast host, and founder of TopMusic, discusses effective communication, both as a podcast host and as a piano teacher. Topics discussed include bringing out the best in others, being prepared while also staying present, building a brand, saying “um,” and vulnerability.
2021-04-1432 min
The CEO Teacher PodcastRunning a Teacher Membership with Tim TophamA Musical Teacher Membership worth Singing About Hey CEO Teachers! It's music to my ears...I don't know about you, but I am so ready to switch gears from talking about Instagram and, instead, to focus on another really important area of your business - your teacher membership sites! That's why today I'm interviewing Tim Topham from Top Music Co. Tim is an expert on teacher membership fees and all things teacher memberships. Plus, his own top teacher membership (
2021-03-3137 minTeach Music OnlineE17: How All This Began - My Feature on Tim Topham's Podcast!Last April I was fortunate enough to be interview by Tim Topham for Top Music Cast! I absolutely loved having the opportunity to talk about my online teaching journey right when the pandemic was at its height. Tim is a wonderful host and a good friend of mine. Enjoy this interview! Resources: Check out Tim's Podcast HERE Learn more about the Teach Music Online Course and Membership mentioned in this episode HERE> https://www.teachmusic.online/join-membership
2020-10-1242 min
The Bulletproof MusicianTim Topham: On How to Maximize Your Effectiveness When Teaching Lessons OnlineHaving to go from live in-person lessons, to teaching through a laptop screen overnight can be a stressful experience. In this episode, piano teacher, educator, and podcaster Tim Topham will share some simple, and immediately actionable strategies and techniques that will help you feel more comfortable and increase your confidence in your ability to be effective when teaching online. Tim Topham: On How to Maximize Your Effectiveness When Teaching Lessons OnlineMore from The Bulletproof Musician Get the free weekly newsletter, for more nerdy details and bonus subscriber-only content. Pressure Proof: A...
2020-03-2257 min
Music Studio Startup: Helping music teachers thrive as entrepreneurs027 - Tim Topham on Building a Specialized Teaching StudioWhen Tim Topham was trying to make a living as a music producer and it wasn't going well, he started taking on piano students as an additional source of income. In our interview, he talked about how little he knew about teaching at that stage. Over time, Tim discovered his unique teaching style lent itself particularly well to teaching teens and students who were feeling dejected by their current music lesson experience. His studio has now become known for his creative teaching techniques and attracts students who are looking for something different. Tim is known...
2019-03-2031 min
Musicality NowCircles of Creativity, with Tim TophamToday on the show we're joined by one of our favourite people in the world of online music education, and maybe just one of our favourite people in general, and that's Tim Topham, who heads up TimTopham.com, the home of creative piano teaching online. Tim's really a thought-leader among piano teachers when it comes to making piano lessons fun and creative, getting off book and away from the dry rote learning, and into a world where the student is actually empowered to feel confident and creative on the keyboard. Â We've long been fans of T...
2018-11-2748 min
Eric's Piano SchoolEpisode 29: Tim Topham on a balanced Musical LifeGreat chat with Tim Topham. There is something for teachers, for musicians, and parents.
2018-11-0823 minThe Online Course Show069: Tim Topham on Memberships vs One Time Fee
I’m back with another piano-related episode, this time with Tim Topham! Tim’s focused on the piano teacher niche, a departure from the other piano course creators I’ve spoken with so far. We had a great conversation that you’re sure to benefit from if you’re a new or aspiring course creator yourself.
"Get yourself out there. If I’m going to follow you [online], I want to see your picture and know more about you."
-Tim Topham
Tim shared some great perspectives on creating online communities, building authority in your niche...
2018-09-1038 min
Behind The Membership with Callie WillowsHiring as You Grow with Tim TophamIn this episode of Behind the Membership, Callie talks with Tim Topham from TimTopham.com, whose membership site is all about helping piano teachers to improve both their creative skills and their teaching businesses. Tim's had his Inner Circle membership site for two years now and in this episode we dive into how he made the leap from his teaching job to full time membership site owner, and the challenges and opportunities that that's brought for him. We also talk about increasing member engagement via gamification, challenges, and apps, and how Tim uses monthly webinars...
2018-06-1852 min
The Entrepreneurial Musician with Andrew HitzTEM 95: Tim Topham on Building a Community of True Fans in an Already Crowded Space, Launching a Successful Membership Site and Minimum Viable ProductsAustralian piano teacher and performer Tim Topham shares how, through the use of a membership site, newsletter, podcast, blog and webinars, he was able to build a wildly successful piano teaching community in an already crowded space. Show notes for all episodes of TEM including topics discussed, links to all books and websites referenced can be found at: http://www.andrewhitz.com/shownotes If you are a fan of the show you can help me reach some specific goals I've set for TEM: Help me get to 50 ratings and 50 reviews on i...
2017-06-011h 05
A Musical Life with Hugh SungTim Topham, Piano Pedagogy PioneerTim Topham is a prolific blogger
and host of the Tim Topham TV piano teaching podcast, a resource
for piano teachers looking for creative ways to teach and engage
their students. Tim’s writing and training courses have been
featured in several music journals and publications, and he
regularly speaks at local and international music
conferences.
Tim and I have connected several
times over the years, beginning back when I was working at AirTurn.
Tim has created some amazing resources for piano teachers looking
for innovative ways to instill excitement and creativity in their
students, including courses fo...
2016-05-0257 min