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The *Ultimate* Fall Music Studio Checklist
The ultimate music teacher fall studio checklist
kimmurraymusic
Aug 132 min read
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How to Become the Private Music Teacher You Envy
Learn the secrets to running a successful music studio that is personally rewarding
kimmurraymusic
Jul 283 min read
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Why Students Need You to Say "No" to Lessons
Why it's our responsibility to say no to accepting certain types of students into our studio
kimmurraymusic
Jul 144 min read
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Why You Shouldn't Teach Students You Don't Connect With
Teaching your ideal students is good for your mental health and business success.
kimmurraymusic
Jun 305 min read
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The High Value Music Studio, Part 2
This online course helps dedicated private music teachers build financially successfully businesses they love
kimmurraymusic
Jun 183 min read
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The High Value Music Studio: Build a Successful Business You Love Without Burnout PART 1
To build a high value teaching career you love and the financial success you deserve, start here.
kimmurraymusic
May 213 min read
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Master Tough Talks with Parents: Five Scripts for Hard Conversations
Talking points to help you master those conversations with parents and students
kimmurraymusic
May 77 min read
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How to Find Private Music Students in Uncertain Times
four strategies to help teachers find private music students in difficult economic times
kimmurraymusic
Apr 214 min read
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Spring Teaching Hacks: Tips for the Weary Teacher with Busy Students
Here we are. Spring has sprung. We're in the final months of the school year. Perhaps your spring recital is a few weeks or months away...
kimmurraymusic
Apr 43 min read
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Marketing 101: How to Persuasively Talk About Your Music Studio
Use these tips to persuade music parents to sign up for lessons in your studio
kimmurraymusic
Mar 104 min read
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These Music Assessment Rubrics Help Students Learn Faster and Play Better
These music rubrics will help your students learn each piece faster
kimmurraymusic
Feb 202 min read
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How to Motivate Students to Practice Post-Holidays
Strategies for motivating students to practice after the holidays.
kimmurraymusic
Jan 222 min read
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Lesson Cancellation Policies: Should You Charge for Last Minute Cancellations?
Should you charge for last minute lesson cancellations? Yes. Here's why.
kimmurraymusic
Jan 103 min read
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The Importance of Halloween Piano Music in Private Teaching
Why I teach Halloween music each year, how I do so, and the pedagogical value it holds
kimmurraymusic
Oct 22, 20243 min read
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A Music Teacher Self-Care Plan to Avoid Burnout
Self-care advice for teachers to avoid burnout
kimmurraymusic
Oct 9, 20244 min read
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How to Motivate Music Students with Storytelling
This technique is great for motivating a lackluster performance or bored student.
kimmurraymusic
Aug 23, 20242 min read
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How to Create a Survey to Grow Your Studio
If you've run your own music studio for awhile now, you may be be wondering what parents and students think of your offerings. If you're...
kimmurraymusic
Aug 13, 20243 min read
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When A Student Quits Unexpectedly
It's so disheartening when a student we thought we had a great relationship with suddenly quits. Here are some strategies that help.
kimmurraymusic
Jul 26, 20243 min read
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Increase music practice with self-assessments
As the end of the school year approaches, many of us are preparing to downshift into a more relaxed summer session. This natural...
kimmurraymusic
May 22, 20242 min read
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Summer Self-Care for the Private Teacher
Summer break is almost here. As you work hard to prepare your students for end-of-year recitals, auditions, or music exams, don’t forget...
kimmurraymusic
Apr 24, 20242 min read
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