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Music Studio Startup is dedicated to helping independent music teachers build strong, sustainable businesses. Whether you’re teaching part-time from your living room or managing a multi-teacher studio, we’re here to support your entrepreneurial journey with practical tools, expert insights, and a community that gets what you’re doing. Our emails are crafted for music teachers who want to approach their studio like a business—without losing sight of their passion for teaching. Inside, you'll find actionable tips on topics like setting rates, managing finances, hiring help, marketing your studio, and building systems to reduce overwhelm. If you’re a new teacher just getting started, a seasoned pro looking to grow, or a studio owner who feels stuck and is ready for the next level, you’ll find clarity, encouragement, and real-world strategies here. Subscribe to the Music Studio Startup email list and get the business support you didn’t learn in music school—so you can run a studio you love and make a living doing it.
Join our Tidy Books - Smart Bookkeeping for Music Teachers Workshop happening this Thursday, July 17th at 10am Central! Presented by: Charles Harris, CPA Register for Tidy Books Webinar If your method for bookkeeping has been “whatever my bank account says,” and you’re ready to get a clearer picture of your finances (and less stress at tax time), this workshop is for you. In this webinar, we’ll cover: Why tidy books are essential (even if your studio is small) Why relying on your bank balance...
If you've ever Googled “do I need an LLC for my studio?” and closed your laptop five minutes later… you're not alone. Setting up the business side of your studio can feel complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Business Building 101 walks you through the key decisions to make your business legit—like choosing a legal structure, separating your finances, and understanding your tax responsibilities. And yes—sometimes it's worth calling in a professional. We’ll help you understand when it makes...
view this email Business Building 101 — summer cohort forming now! If you're ready to start or revamp your studio with a solid business foundation, this course was made for you. We’re forming a new cohort now, kicking things off on June 2. In Business Building 101, we’ll tackle the essential questions every music studio owner faces, like: 🎯 How do I set my rates with confidence? 📋 How do I create (and enforce) studio policies that stop makeup lesson chaos? 📆 How do I protect my income during...