Beste Music Teacher Podcasts (2025)

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Spice Up Your Music Lessons for Big Kids 23:33

5d ago23:33

23:33

Spice Up Your Lessons for Big Kids in the Elementary Music Room Want to spice up your music lessons for big kids but find that fun activities quickly turn into chaos? In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we’re tackling how to keep the excitement without losing control. Big kids can be a tough crowd, but with the right structure, you can make…

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307- Practicing the Art of the Pause 12:10

5d ago12:10

12:10

What does it mean to practice the art of the pause? In this episode, I dive into that and explain how you can apply this to your own life. Sign up for the Curriculum Design Workshop Grab your free ⁠⁠⁠Simplifying Lesson Planning guide.⁠⁠ Sign up for⁠⁠⁠⁠ teacher coaching ⁠⁠⁠⁠or ⁠⁠⁠⁠business coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Jessica. Find out more about the Curriculu…

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HMT99 7 Ways to Love Your Job Again 12:36

6d ago12:36

12:36

Sometimes a house doesn't need to be gutted. It just needs a refresh with some new paint and maybe some throw pillows. Same with our jobs! The whole premise of Happier Music Teacher is that small actions can increase your job satisfaction. Try one of these this week! See you at TMEA for Social Media and the Music Educator: Better Boundaries on Febr…

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The Belief That’s Killing Our Industry 19:13

7d ago19:13

19:13

Is struggle a requirement for success? In today’s episode, we unpack a deeply ingrained belief in music education—and beyond—that says, because I struggled, you should too. From extreme examples like Whiplash to subtle teaching habits, we explore how this mindset impacts students, the role of grit, and why making things unnecessarily difficult migh…

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401: Curious About AI? Check Out Our New AI Podcast with Tara Wright 28:26

7d ago28:26

28:26

Curious about AI and how it can help your teaching studio? In this episode, we're chatting with Tara Wright, the creative force behind the TopMusic AI Podcast and an expert in streamlining music education with technology. Tara shares how AI can save teachers time, enhance creativity, and simplify business tasks — without replacing the human touch. …

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MTCT #172: Brewing Up Fresh Ideas with Music Teacher Coffee Talk 55:35

8d ago55:35

55:35

This episode is a replay from live a Facebook/Instagram video with Carrie and Tanya. We share some of our favorite Valentine's Day songs and activities, answer a few listener questions, and give some updates on what's new with Music Teacher Coffee Talk.Von Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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160 - Alison Weiler on Not Teaching in the Evenings 36:09

18d ago36:09

36:09

We’ve had a lot of tax talk on the podcast lately and I know that’s not everyone’s cup of tea. I get it. I promise we’ll keep it to a minimum today, but I do want to let you know about an upcoming webinar that I will be co-presenting with our CPA, Charles! Join us on Thur, February 6 for our Self-Employment Tax Crash Course. You can register for th…

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Engage Your Music Class with Brain Breaks and Play-Alongs 26:06

12d ago26:06

26:06

Engage Your Music Class with Brain Breaks and Play-Alongs Looking to revolutionize your elementary music classroom with more engaging activities and fun for everyone, even you? Join us for an illuminating conversation with Brielle D'Souza, the creative force behind the YouTube channel, Music with Brielle. On her channel, Brielle creates engaging vi…

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306- Why There Are Many Pieces to Curriculum Design 14:29

12d ago14:29

14:29

There are many pieces to curriculum design. In this episode, I talk about the ins and outs to planning out a curriculum and why these different pieces matter. Sign up for the Curriculum Design Workshop Grab your free ⁠⁠⁠Simplifying Lesson Planning guide.⁠⁠ Sign up for⁠⁠⁠⁠ teacher coaching ⁠⁠⁠⁠or ⁠⁠⁠⁠business coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Jessica. Find out more…

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HMT98 Top 10 Things That Are Stealing Your Joy as a Music Teacher Part 2 14:15

13d ago14:15

14:15

Some teaching days are monotonous or have some of our least favorite tasks! Maybe you've had one too many days of indoor recess. But, if you are constantly lacking joy as a music teacher, there may be other causes. Let's tackle the second half of what might be stealing your joy as a music teacher! P.S. It has nothing to do with whether you choose O…

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Sit Somewhere Else 8:51

14d ago8:51

8:51

🎧 The Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast In this episode, Nicola Cantan explores how changing your position in the teaching room can transform your perspective and enhance your students' experience. Discover the surprising impact of where you sit, stand, or move during lessons, and join Nicola in an experiment to try something new in your teaching spac…

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400: It’s The 10-Year TopCast Anniversary! 48:13

14d ago48:13

48:13

Welcome to the 400th episode of The TopCast. Today, we're celebrating a milestone of the longest-running podcast from TopMusic, dedicated to supporting and inspiring music teachers worldwide. I can hardly believe it’s been a decade of connecting and empowering music teachers all over the world. In this special milestone episode, I’m joined by the i…

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February Picture Books for Your Music Classroom 20:36

19d ago20:36

20:36

February Books for Music Class In this episode, we're diving into three powerful storybooks perfect for February: Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch by Eileen Spinelli, My Heart by Corinna Luyken, and Follow the Drinking Gourd by Jeanette Winter. These stories beautifully connect with themes of kindness, fitting in, and resilience while offering creativ…

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305- How to Get the Most Out of a PLC 9:47

19d ago9:47

9:47

How can you get the most out of your PLC? In this episode, I talk about ways that have worked best for me and my PLC. Sign up for the ⁠Curriculum Design Workshop⁠ Grab your free⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Simplifying Lesson Planning guide.⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ teacher coaching ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠business coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Jessica. Find out more about the Curriculum Design Road…

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HMT97 Top 10 Things That Are Stealing Your Joy as a Music Teacher Part 1 10:41

20d ago10:41

10:41

What are the things that are taking our time, energy and enjoyment as music teachers? Here in part 1, we'll name some of those culprits. Once we name them, we can fight them better and reclaim our joy!Von Beth Duhon

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Pros and Cons of Regular Recitals 9:54

21d ago9:54

9:54

🎧 The Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast In this episode, Nicola Cantan dives into the pros and cons of regular recitals. Should you plan more performance opportunities, or could they distract from broader musical progress? Discover how to find the right balance for your studio and why Nicola is experimenting with fewer recitals this year. Tune in for …

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399: Assess, Plan & Execute with Tara Wright: Create a Mind Map 12:51

21d ago12:51

12:51

Today, we’re diving into the power of mind mapping —a simple yet transformative tool to help you organize your thoughts, brainstorm ideas, and plan effectively. We’ll explore how to take all those swirling ideas in your head and turn them into a clear, actionable plan. Whether you're tackling personal goals, studio projects, or career ambitions, mi…

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MTCT #171: Developing the Singing Voice with Anne Mileski 44:01

22d ago44:01

44:01

Carrie and Tanya talk with Anne Mileski about developing the singing voice in the elementary music classroom.Von Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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159 - Tax Prep Service for Music Teachers - Q&A with Charles and Andrea 17:26

26d ago17:26

17:26

Charles and Andrea sit down to answer some of the questions we’ve been getting about our new tax prep services for music teachers! Can I self-file taxes? What are the tax deadlines I need to be aware of? What is the mileage deduction? How does the mileage deduction work? A full transcript and resources from this episode can be found at MusicStudioS…

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304- Time Blocking and Why it Works 17:22

26d ago17:22

17:22

What is time blocking and why does it work? In this episode, I break down the reasons I love time blocking so much and how it's been a game changer for me and my calendar. Sign up for the ⁠Curriculum Design Workshop⁠ Grab your free⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Simplifying Lesson Planning guide.⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ teacher coaching ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠business coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with J…

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HMT96 How to Maximize Your Planning Period Part 2 17:38

27d ago17:38

17:38

Just like my intro says, music teachers have no time. Just because our time is limited doesn't mean that we should give up hope on our planning period! Using your planning period well is a great strategy for being a Happier Music Teacher.Von Beth Duhon

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Morning Memos - My latest productivity hack 9:50

28d ago9:50

9:50

🎧 The Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast In this episode, Nicola Cantan shares how a simple “morning memo” can transform your productivity. Learn how to reclaim focus, reduce mental noise, and make the most of your day—whether in the morning or any time that works for you. Tune in for practical tips and inspiration! Find out more about membership at vi…

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398: Assess, Plan & Execute with Tara Wright: Assess Your Business – How? 19:54

28d ago19:54

19:54

In this episode, we're thrilled to guide you through another episode in the Assess, Plan & Execute series. Last time, we explored why assessing your business is so important, and today, we’ll dive into the how. I’ll walk you step-by-step through the process of assessing your business, reflecting on the past, and setting yourself up for future succe…

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How to Increase Engagement in Your Elementary Music Room with Friendly Competition/Ep95 17:31

1M ago17:31

17:31

🎶 Ready to discover how to increase engagement in the music room? In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite tips for using friendly competition to spark excitement and participation among your students. We’ll dive into why competition works and explore strategies like gamifying your lessons, dividing students into groups, and even turning quizzes in…

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158 - Charles Harris, CPA on Tax Prep Tips and FAQs for 2025 25:39

1M ago25:39

25:39

Happy new year! For a lot of studio owners, January represents the beginning of tax season so I’ve got Charles Harris, a CPA, as our guest today to talk about all things self-employment taxes. We’ll cover a bunch of things including the earning thresholds for when you need to earn to start filing taxes and what to do if you did not earn a profit in…

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303- Dealing with Negative Co-Workers 13:54

1M ago13:54

13:54

We all have dealt with negative co-workers before. It can be so hard showing up to work each day with these people around us. But, there are definitely ways to do your job effectively and efficiently while navigating working within the negativity around you. Listen in as I explain strategies that have worked well for me. Sign up for the ⁠Curriculum…

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HMT95 How to Maximize Your Planning Period Part 1 16:30

1M ago16:30

16:30

Grab a notebook and pen! These are tried and true tips to make the most of your limited planning time that you can use today.Von Beth Duhon

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5 Favourite Things for January 14:06

1M ago14:06

14:06

🎶 The Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast 🎶 🎧 Hosted by Nicola Cantan, this episode dives into five favorite things bringing joy this month—knitting, inspiring piano pieces, an incredible recipe app, embracing a concert-free season, and reclaiming time with Instagram limits. Whether you're looking for fresh teaching inspiration or a little more fun in y…

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397: Assess, Plan & Execute with Tara Wright: Assess Your Business – Why? 12:22

1M ago12:22

12:22

In this episode, I’m excited to hand the reins over to Tara Wright, who will be hosting the next few episodes to share insights from her course, Assess, Plan & Execute. Today, Tara dives into the importance of assessing your business, reflecting on where you’ve been, and why this step is essential for setting meaningful goals and moving forward wit…

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MTCT #170: Peek At Our Week: 5th Grade 58:08

1M ago58:08

58:08

Carrie and Tanya share songs and activities they are doing with 5th grade this week and this semester.Von Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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3 Ways to Fight Exhaustion in the Music Classroom/Ep94 10:33

1M ago10:33

10:33

3 Ways to Fight Exhaustion in the Music Classroom Are you ready to fight exhaustion in the music classroom and reclaim your energy? In this episode, we tackle a common dilemma faced by music teachers: how to manage the overwhelming demands of teaching up to 16 classes a day without completely burning out. From constant student interactions to endle…

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302- It's Not Your Job to Make Every Student Love Music Class 10:49

1M ago10:49

10:49

Every student won't love music class and that's ok! In this episode, we'll explore why that's perfectly normal and how to change your thinking around this if it's affecting you in a negative way. Sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠Curriculum Design Workshop⁠⁠⁠ Grab your free⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Simplifying Lesson Planning guide.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get your copy of⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Make A Note: What Yo…

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HMT94 Realistic Professional Resolutions 18:51

1M ago18:51

18:51

Say it after me. Teachers are professionals! Here are some straightforward ways to up your professionalism in 2025. You are worth it! Maximizing Musicplay Webinar with the HMT How to get started as a speaker, podcaster and author in music education Submit to be an F-Flat Books author Buy Beth's Book on F-Flat Books Buy Beth's Book on Amazons…

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Running Your Elementary Choir - 3 Mistakes Teachers Make/Ep93 35:22

1M ago35:22

35:22

🎶 Running Your Elementary Choir - 3 Mistakes Music Teachers Make 🎶 In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, Jeanette teams up with Bethany Main to tackle the chaos of running your elementary choir. Drawing from years of trial and error, they share the top three mistakes music teachers often make—and how to fix them. From not keeping rehearsals m…

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Are you ready to THRIVE in 2025? (Here's how) 16:33

2M ago16:33

16:33

Are you going into another year of music teaching feeling overwhelmed or like it could be impossible to keep up with? Or maybe you’ve had a tough year last year and already feel like you’ve given up because it all feels way too much? I’ve been there, too. For years, I struggled with feeling overwhelmed and daunted with facing another year ahead. Gr…

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Winter Storybooks for the Music Classroom - Ep 92 21:33

2M ago21:33

21:33

Winter Storybooks for the Music Classroom In this brand-new monthly episode, I’m sharing my favorite winter-themed books and how you can use them to inspire meaningful lessons in your music classroom! This month, I’m highlighting The Mitten, The Snowy Day, and Owl Moon—each paired with creative activities that help students explore music concepts i…

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HMT Realistic Personal New Year's Resolutions 16:28

2M ago16:28

16:28

Feel overwhelmed with New Year/New You energy? Here is a menu of really small actions that you can take in your personal life to be a Happier Music Teacher at home. No bullet journals here! Just easy micro-actions that you can gently incorporate into your daily routine. Buy Happier Music Teacher on Amazon Buy Happier Music Teacher as an E-Book HMT …

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MTCT #169: Mid Year Check In 56:12

2M ago56:12

56:12

Carrie and Tanya discuss plans and goals for the second half of the school year.Von Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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Fresh Start for the New Year in Your Music Classroom 13:46

2M ago13:46

13:46

Ready to hit the reset button and kick off your new semester with clarity and creativity? This episode of The Happy Music Teacher podcast is all about giving you the tools to refresh your curriculum and lesson plans so you can tackle the second half of the school year like a pro. We'll dive into how reflecting on the past semester can help you refi…

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HMT92 Christmas Break Pep Talk 15:37

2M ago15:37

15:37

Merry Christmas! One of the perks of our job is time off at the holidays. Sometimes we're overly optimistic about what it should look like or what we can realistically fit in. When you are teacher tired and the expectations are high, here are some holiday hacks to take the pressure off.Von Beth Duhon

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How Savvy Music Teachers Get Rest During Their Holiday Break - Ep90 15:39

2M ago15:39

15:39

Are you ready to enjoy your holiday break while actually feeling rested? In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we’re exploring how savvy music teachers actually get rest during their holiday break. Let’s face it: as teachers, it’s all too easy to let work, family obligations, and last-minute to-dos fill every moment of our break. But rest is …

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157 - Noah Tretter on Enrolling Students from a Hut in the Swiss Alps 29:38

2M ago29:38

29:38

If you've ever wished you could travel, but have told yourself that you can't take time off or it's too expensive or whatever, this interview will have you rethinking those assumptions. Today, I'm talking to a returning guest about how he has designed his studios, plural, to be able to take extended backpacking trips every year. We talk about budg…

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HMT91 How to Survive the Week Before a Break 16:08

2M ago16:08

16:08

Winter break? Spring break? Thanksgiving break? Summer break? Name the break and you can guarantee that the week before will test you as a music teacher! Here is my best wisdom on those weeks when the finish line is in sight but feels so far away!Von Beth Duhon

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396: TopMusic Steps to Success in 2025 28:33

2M ago28:33

28:33

In today's episode, join me as I reflect on our incredible journey throughout 2024, highlighting our significant achievements and events. We'll also be looking ahead to the exciting plans and new initiatives we have in store for the TopMusic community in the coming year. Whether you're a long-time listener or just tuning in, this episode is packed …

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MTCT #168: Peek at Our Week: 4th Grade 1:06:03

2M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Carrie and Tanya share songs and activities they are doing with 4th grade this week.Von Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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3 Holiday Tips for Music Teachers - Ep89 14:16

2M ago14:16

14:16

🎄 Holiday Tips for Music Teachers: Surviving the Season with Joy and Ease! 🎶 The holiday season is a whirlwind for music teachers, filled with concerts, rehearsals, and endless to-dos both at school and at home. In this episode, I’m sharing essential holiday tips for music teachers to help you stay organized, reduce stress, and find joy amidst the …

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