Most music school owners who’ve tried group classes arrive at the same conclusion when they don’t work: parents just prefer private lessons. I’ve thought the same thing. When I first started experimenting with group classes, I assumed the private lesson model dominated because that’s what parents demanded. It took me years to realize that … Continue reading “Why Most Group Music Classes Fail (And What Successful Schools Do Differently) | EP 284”
THE PAPER CUP TEST Here’s a good way to test the character of a prospective instructor or employee. Pour yourself a drink of water when you sit down for the interview. Offer them a cup of water. They’re likely to say yes since you’re drinking. When in Rome… Take note of whether they … Continue reading “How to Hire a Music Instructor: Part II”
Martial Arts studio owner, Brett Thomason, announced a new program for his students this fall. A program that could easily be implemented by a music school. Days later he was on the cover of the St. Louis Post Dispatch for his new idea. The next day Fox 2 news knocked on his door to do … Continue reading “The Perfect Plan For Your Music Studio this Fall with Brett Thomason | Ep 96”
How to Make Your Recitals Less Boring Your ability to incorporate video, beyond the music lesson, is a great way to delight your customers and make your competition sweat. In this episode, I interview Nate Terepka of Echo City who has turned the sometimes sleepy recital into more of a long-form 80’s style MTV music … Continue reading “How To Transform Recitals During COVID-19 | Ep 95”
The Future of Music Lessons In a recent episode of Music Lesson Business Academy, host Danny Thompson and founder of Rock Out Loud Live, Mike Grande discuss how COVID-19 has impacted consumer habits and what the future of music lessons might look like. What Path is Right for Your Music Studio? The world has … Continue reading “The Music Studio of The Future | Ep 90”
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