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366: How to Convert From Private to Group Lessons with Marie Lee The TopCast: The Official Music Teachers' Podcast
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In today's show, we are thrilled to have Marie Lee back for her third appearance on the TopCast. Marie is the visionary creator of the Group Teaching Blueprint and the owner of Musicality Schools in Las Vegas. With a bustling studio of 140 students, Marie uses innovative group teaching methods to inspire and motivate musicians. In this episode, we delve into the benefits and challenges of transitioning from one-on-one lessons to group teaching, explore the various models and methods she uses, and discuss her involvement in leading conferences like Group Illuminated. Marie shares her expert insights on how to implement group teaching, the structure and flexibility it offers, and the importance of showcasing its benefits to parents. Join us as we uncover the strategies and success stories behind Marie's remarkable approach to music education.
Tim welcomes Marie Lee back to the show for her third appearance.
Discussion on transitioning from one-on-one lesson to group teaching.
Marie highlights her involvement in conferences, including running her own Group Illuminated conference and attending MTNA.
Benefits of group teaching, including higher student retention and increased income potential.
Some challenges and considerations when teaching group piano lessons.
Variations in group teaching models.
Marie emphasizes various ways to implement group teaching based on different needs and preferences.
How she transitioned from private to group teaching.
How group teaching is beneficial for teaching structure and allows flexibility between stages.
She emphasizes the need to introduce group teaching gradually, showcasing its benefits to parents through demonstrations and performances.
Marie's conference, Group Illuminated, an online event for group teaching with sessions from various experts.
What the conference covers, including group teaching techniques, marketing strategies, technology in groups, and specific needs like neurodivergent students.
She encourages teachers to believe in group teaching, start with manageable steps, and adjust based on their goals and student needs.
Exclusive for Podcast Listeners
Five Reasons Group Piano Classes are Good for Kids Free Handout
Links Mentioned
TTTV037: Inspire your Teaching: Inside my Inner Circle with Marie Lee
TC294: Group Teaching QnA with Marie Lee, Melanie Bowes, and Dorla Aparicio
TC298: How Multi-Level Group Teaching Works with Dorla Aparicio
IMT325: How to Structure 15/30/30 Group Lessons with Lynnette Barney
Resources Mentioned
The Mayron Cole Piano Method (same-level classes)
Blast Off with Piano: 5-Lesson Course by Mayron Cole
Dorla Aparicio's Piano...
In today's show, we are thrilled to have Marie Lee back for her third appearance on the TopCast. Marie is the visionary creator of the Group Teaching Blueprint and the owner of Musicality Schools in Las Vegas. With a bustling studio of 140 students, Marie uses innovative group teaching methods to inspire and motivate musicians. In this episode, we delve into the benefits and challenges of transitioning from one-on-one lessons to group teaching, explore the various models and methods she uses, and discuss her involvement in leading conferences like Group Illuminated. Marie shares her expert insights on how to implement group teaching, the structure and flexibility it offers, and the importance of showcasing its benefits to parents. Join us as we uncover the strategies and success stories behind Marie's remarkable approach to music education.
Tim welcomes Marie Lee back to the show for her third appearance.
Discussion on transitioning from one-on-one lesson to group teaching.
Marie highlights her involvement in conferences, including running her own Group Illuminated conference and attending MTNA.
Benefits of group teaching, including higher student retention and increased income potential.
Some challenges and considerations when teaching group piano lessons.
Variations in group teaching models.
Marie emphasizes various ways to implement group teaching based on different needs and preferences.
How she transitioned from private to group teaching.
How group teaching is beneficial for teaching structure and allows flexibility between stages.
She emphasizes the need to introduce group teaching gradually, showcasing its benefits to parents through demonstrations and performances.
Marie's conference, Group Illuminated, an online event for group teaching with sessions from various experts.
What the conference covers, including group teaching techniques, marketing strategies, technology in groups, and specific needs like neurodivergent students.
She encourages teachers to believe in group teaching, start with manageable steps, and adjust based on their goals and student needs.
Exclusive for Podcast Listeners
Five Reasons Group Piano Classes are Good for Kids Free Handout
Links Mentioned
TTTV037: Inspire your Teaching: Inside my Inner Circle with Marie Lee
TC294: Group Teaching QnA with Marie Lee, Melanie Bowes, and Dorla Aparicio
TC298: How Multi-Level Group Teaching Works with Dorla Aparicio
IMT325: How to Structure 15/30/30 Group Lessons with Lynnette Barney
Resources Mentioned
The Mayron Cole Piano Method (same-level classes)
Blast Off with Piano: 5-Lesson Course by Mayron Cole
Dorla Aparicio's Piano...
50 min