• The TopCast: The Official Music Teachers' Podcast

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The TopCast: The Official Music Teachers' Podcast

著者: Tim Topham
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  • The original podcast for growth-minded instrumental music and voice teachers since 2015. Our mission at TopMusic is to empower music teachers to find and nurture their innate creativity so they can teach lessons that are innovative, integrated and inspiring, and that will have a positive, life-long impact on their students. Tune in weekly as we interview teachers and creators from around the world and unpack fun and exciting ideas to maximise your teaching and studio business success.
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The original podcast for growth-minded instrumental music and voice teachers since 2015. Our mission at TopMusic is to empower music teachers to find and nurture their innate creativity so they can teach lessons that are innovative, integrated and inspiring, and that will have a positive, life-long impact on their students. Tune in weekly as we interview teachers and creators from around the world and unpack fun and exciting ideas to maximise your teaching and studio business success.
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  • 410: TEMPO – The New Online Conference from MTNA
    2025/04/14
    Today, we’re having a chat with Michael Clark, who’s here to discuss MTNA's new online conference, TEMPO, which aims to be more accessible and cost-effective for music educators. We'll dive into the key features of TEMPO, including 40 prerecorded breakout sessions, live Q&A chats, and extensive networking opportunities. Michael highlights the importance of an international reach, unique content, and the flexibility of accessing sessions for two months. Stay tuned as Michael shares key highlights and insights into why this conference is a must-attend event for music educators worldwide.
    • Michael shared about the new online conference from MTNA called TEMPO.
    • He described his role in MTNA and as an assistant professor at Baylor University.
    • His project "Piano Tricks," focused on fingering redistributions for piano pieces.
    • The importance of TEMPO being an accessible and cost-effective online MTNA conference.
    • How is TEMPO different from MTNA’s national conference?
    • What are some of the highlights of TEMPO?
    • How can listeners attend and register?
    • He shared some of the topics that the sessions will cover, including international repertoire.

    Guest Links
    • Michael's Website: MichaelClarkPiano.com
    • Michaels' Instagram: @michaelclarkpiano
    • Michael's YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@michaelwinstonclark

    Links Mentioned
    • Click here to find out more about TEMPO and use code TOP25 at checkout for 20% off registration. (The conference is scheduled for April 25-26, with early bird registration available until April 15)
    • TopMusicPiano Podcast 061: Finding Your Creative Voice with Leila Viss

    Today's Guest Michael Clark is a pianist, teacher, and scholar noted for his “natural, clear, and nuanced” performances (Piano Magazine). An advocate for the music of Florence Price, he made the first studio recording of her complete piano waltzes for Navona Records, edited the first publication of twenty of her intermediate pieces for Hal Leonard, and has performed her works around the United States. Clark also researches traditions of piano fingering and is the founder of PianoTricks.net, an online database of fingerings and redistributions for over 1000 passages from the piano repertoire. He serves as Assistant Professor of Piano at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. Thank you for tuning in! Consider implementing the ideas from this podcast by writing several actionable steps for your teaching practice if it’s inspired you. If you enjoyed today’s show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, which helps other teachers find our show. Stay updated by subscribing to this show, and get automatic delivery to your device every time a new episode goes live! We publish on Mondays weekly. TopMusicPro 14-Day Free Trial Heard about TopMusicPro Membership? As a valued...
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    19 分
  • 409: Using Notion to Organise Your Studio and Life with Amy Chaplin & Joy Morin
    2025/04/07
    Today, we dive into the world of digital organization with Amy Chaplin and Joy Morin, two passionate music educators who have transformed the way they manage their studios and lives using Notion. They share how Notion helps streamline workflows, reduce scattered files across multiple platforms, and keep everything organized in one place. They also explore why this all-in-one tool is revolutionizing productivity and discuss their Notion for Teachers workshop, designed to help educators set up their Notion pages efficiently. Plus, they wrap up with their top three productivity tips for teachers. If you’re looking to organize your studio and life more effectively, this episode is packed with insights to help you get started!
    • Amy and Joy shared their thoughts on productivity and efficiency.
    • The importance of balance and avoiding the ‘hustle and grind’ mindset.
    • How apps should support the way we work rather than dictating our workflow.
    • Why Notion stands out as a powerful, customizable tool for organization and productivity.
    • Why Amy transitioned from Evernote to Notion.
    • Importance of re-evaluating tools and workflows to ensure they align with evolving needs and preferences.
    • Joy highlighted the flexibility of Notion, making it a great option for users looking for a customizable note-taking and project management tool.
    • The differences between Notion and project management tools like Trello, Asana, and Monday.
    • How they Notion for professional tasks, such as podcast planning and project management.
    • The use of Notion for personal tasks like travel planning and creating gift ideas for Christmas.
    • Amy and Joy shared their top three productivity tips for teachers.

    Links Mentioned
    • TopCast Episode 14: Harnessing the Power of the Internet with Joy Morin
    • TopCast Episode 372: How to Organise Your Music Studio and Life with Amy Chaplin
    • Forbes Article: $10 Billion Productivity Startup Notion Wants To Build Your AI Everything App

    Guest Links Mentioned
    • Organize Your Life With Notion Workshop
    • Notion Workshops Waitlist
    • Joy Morin's Website: ColorInMyPiano.com
    • Amy Chaplin's Website: PianoPantry.com

    Blog posts:
    • An Introduction to Notion – A Customizable Digital Workspace to Organize Everything in Your Life
    • Your Qs Answered and How I Use Notion to Manage My Piano Studio (Joy Morin)
    • 40 Ways to Use Notion as a Music Professional (Joy Morin)
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  • 408: A Simple Website Solution for Music Teachers with Demitris Maddox
    2025/03/31
    In this episode, we’re chatting with Demitris Maddox to explore the key elements of a successful website for music teachers. Demitris shares how he developed a streamlined approach to website design that helps studios attract more students. We discuss the importance of clear messaging, an engaging hero section, and user-friendly navigation that encourages visitors to take action. He also highlights common website mistakes and simple fixes that can make a big difference.
    • Demitris shared insights on building a strong online presence for music teachers.
    • The importance of having a professional website to attract students.
    • He highlighted how a well-designed site can showcase your teaching style and credentials.
    • The value of clear, engaging content was emphasized to keep visitors interested.
    • Why an easy-to-navigate layout improves user experience.
    • How search engine optimization (SEO) can help teachers reach more potential students.
    • Tips on integrating scheduling tools to streamline lesson bookings.
    • The importance of mobile-friendly design was stressed for accessibility.
    • How testimonials and reviews build credibility and trust.
    • He encouraged teachers to update their websites regularly to stay relevant.

    Links Mentioned
      • Learn more about TopMusicSheets here
      • Learn more about TopMusicGames here
      • Demitris Maddox's website: ProvideImpact.com
      • Hero Section Henry


    Today's Guest Demitris Maddox began his journey in 2016 helping his girlfriend build her thriving piano studio. Drawing from years as the Chief Marketing Officer of that successful studio, where he also provided website services for other music studios along the way, Demitris is now the confident founder of Provide Impact, where he helps private music studios attract more students through his Impact Method which focuses on optimized websites and online marketing. When he's not in the kitchen experimenting to find the perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe, he's on a mission to help private music studios elevate their online presence to attract more students and grow their business. He's put together a free quiz for music teachers who want to know how ready they are for a professional music teaching website. Check it out at MusicTeacherQuiz.com Thank you for tuning in! Consider implementing the ideas from this podcast by writing several actionable steps for your teaching practice if it’s inspired you. If you enjoyed today’s show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, which helps other teachers find our show. Stay updated by subscribing to this show, and get automatic delivery to your device every time a new episode goes live! We publish on Mondays weekly. TopMusicPro 14-Day Free Trial Heard about TopMusicPro Membership? As a valued podcast listener, I’d like to offer you a special chance to try our community free for 14 days. You can access a treasure trove of teaching resources, professional development courses, and creative lesson ideas. Click the link below to access your exclusive 14-day free trial for our Studio Membership.

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