

It all began with just one teacher (me), no designated classroom (I used a music store showroom before and after hours) and a very unattractive poster in the window. And my passion for teaching in groups was how I felt this could be accomplished and be enjoyable for all. Consequently my business model started by me simply responding to what I recognized as a need in our community to reach adult beginners. Debra is also founder of Pedagogy in Motion, LLC, a publishing company that provides piano curriculum and group training for music teachers.Īlthough my 10 years of music study in college taught me many things, I started down this part of my career without any business training at all. Her two music schools in South Texas are focused on creating positive and enjoyable group piano lessons for students of all ages. Just as no two musicians are exactly alike, music businesses can be as diverse and creatively shaped as the people who build them- and you never know where the next step might take you! Debra Perezĭebra Perez has been teaching piano, mentoring teachers and helping others build group piano programs for 20+ years.

Our individual experiences help mould us as a musician just as they influence our choices and ideas as a business person. A Successful Music Business ModelĮveryone’s musical journey is markedly different.and the same goes for our business journey. If you'd like more information on how you can access this course and heaps of other online resources, check out my piano community here. The Music Mentor Group are also designing this month's Inner Circle online course all about Studio Marketing. Many piano teachers don't study business at university, so these marketing gurus are here to help.Īt the end of the post, you will also find a free download, which will help you take your business to the next level. These teachers now own businesses with hundreds of students and multiple teachers. They created the Music Mentor Group (MMG), showing how every teacher can create a truly successful music business. Today we have a really exciting guest post from four music entrepreneurs.
