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The Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast | Proven and practical tips, strategies and ideas for music teachers

Practical and proven tips, ideas and advice for private music teachers. Listen in to improve your instrumental or vocal music studio business and find that oh-so-elusive feeling of balance in your life. Welcome to The Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast! This is the show for you if you’re an instrumental or vocal music teacher that wants friendly, creative and accessible advice. I’m your host Nicola Cantan. My membership site, Vibrant Music Teaching, helps teachers all over the world to include more

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12:26

3 Missing Ingredients in Piano Practice

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2025/03/24

"Struggling to get yourself or others to practice piano? You're not alone! In this episode, we’re skipping the usual advice on time management and motivation—instead, we’re diving into three key missing ingredients that can transform practice sessions. From smart repetition to 'desirable difficulties' and the power of performance pressure, these strategies will help students (and teachers) get real results. Tune in to level up your piano practice!"Let me know if you'd like any tweaks!Find out more

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13:20

Method book DISloyalty

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2025/03/17

"Are you a 'one-method-book' teacher? In this episode, I dive into the idea of method book loyalty—why some teachers stick to just one, why that doesn't sit right with me, and how it might limit both teachers and students. It's not about judgment, just an open conversation about flexibility, creativity, and lifelong learning. Let’s explore the balance between structure and adaptability in our teaching. Are you method book loyal or disloyal? Let’s discuss!"Let me know if you want any tweaks! 😊Find

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19:45

Teen transfer piano students - too cool for keys?

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2025/03/10

"Teaching Teen Piano Transfer Students: Strategies for Success"Hey there, beautiful teachers! Today, we're diving into the world of teenage piano students who transfer from another teacher. How do we assess their skills, build trust, and keep them engaged—especially if motivation is questionable? I'll share key strategies, from essential first meetings to lesson activities that foster connection and success. Plus, why building a strong teacher-student relationship is the #1 priority. If you've ever

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21:42

Teen beginner piano method books

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2025/03/03

🎹 Best Method Books for Teen Beginner Piano Students 🎶Hey, beautiful teachers! Today, we're diving into the best method books for teenage beginner piano students—those 13- to 19-year-olds starting from scratch. We'll explore pacing, repertoire, and which books work best based on your students' goals. From Piano Safari for the Older Student to Fired Up and more, I’ll share my top picks and how to choose the right one. Tune in to find the perfect fit for your teen students! 🎧✨Let me know if you'd

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06:38

A very simple practice hack

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2025/02/24

Hey lovely teachers! 🎹 Today, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful practice hack: Scales Before School! This quick, five-minute habit helps students (and even us teachers!) stay consistent with their practice by fitting in a small session before the day gets busy. It’s not just about scales—it can be anything: a technical exercise, a piece, or even a theory game. The key is touching the piano daily, building a routine that sticks. Tune in to hear why this tiny shift can make a huge impact! 🎧✨

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18:12

Lessons from Nobuyuki Tsujii

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2025/02/17

🎹 Lessons from Nobuyuki Tsuji: Joy, Listening & Breaking Barriers 🎶Hey there, beautiful teachers! 🌟 In this episode, I’m sharing my reflections from an unforgettable concert with the incredible pianist Nobuyuki Tsuji. From his pure joy in music to his unique learning process as a blind pianist, there’s so much we can take away as musicians and educators. Plus, let’s talk about breaking classical music traditions and how we can make concert halls more welcoming for new audiences. 🎼✨Tune in

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19:13

The Belief That’s Killing Our Industry

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2025/02/10

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 might actually be exclusionary. Instead of reinforcing outdated traditions, how can we empower students with smarter, more effective learning strategies

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08:51

Sit Somewhere Else

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2025/02/03

🎧 The Vibrant Music Teaching PodcastIn 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 space. Listen in for fresh ideas to improve connection and insight!Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.

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09:54

Pros and Cons of Regular Recitals

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2025/01/27

🎧 The Vibrant Music Teaching PodcastIn 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 insights and inspiration!Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.

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09:50

Morning Memos - My latest productivity hack

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2025/01/20

🎧 The Vibrant Music Teaching PodcastIn 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 vibrantmusicteaching.com.

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14:06

5 Favourite Things for January

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2025/01/13

🎶 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 your life, tune in for practical tips and joyful ideas.Find out more about membership at vibrantmusicteaching.com.

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14:12

Dog training for piano students

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2024/12/09

Welcome to the Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast with Nicola Cantan! In this final episode of 2024, Nicola shares insights from an unexpected source—dog training! Discover how principles like celebrating success, avoiding overloading, and embracing the learning process can transform your teaching. Reflect on a year of growth, celebrate wins, and get inspired for 2025. Don’t miss this fun, insightful episode packed with lessons for every music teacher!Find out more about membership at

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12:27

Organising Teaching Resources

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2024/12/02

Hi, I'm Nicola Cantan! In today’s episode, we’re diving into organizing teaching resources—a hot topic for many teachers. Zsuzsa asked how to manage both physical and digital resources, especially from multiple sources. I’ll share practical tips for creating a system that works for your brain, keeping everything accessible and tidy—just in time for year-end organization!We’ll explore:Streamlining physical games and books.Setting up user-friendly digital folders and naming systems.Tools like Dropbox

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10:53

When a student wants to practice in PRIVATE

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2024/11/25

This week, Nicola dives into a question from Michelle about helping a tween piano student overcome their resistance to practicing strategies in lessons. This student, who prefers working independently at home, is now facing challenges at the early intermediate level. Nicola explores the underlying issues, like vulnerability and fear of mistakes, and shares playful, gentle approaches to ease the transition.Learn how to use games, role-reversal, and creative strategies to teach practice techniques

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17:16

Making the Switch to a Practice App

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2024/11/18

You're Listening to the Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast with Nicola CantanDiscover step-by-step strategies to implement meaningful changes in your music studio, like transitioning to a practice app. Nicola offers practical advice on handling resistance to change, setting up systems, and engaging students and parents effectively. Whether you're streamlining your studio's organization or enhancing student practice, this episode provides actionable tips to ensure smooth transitions and lasting

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12:49

What about the GOOD students?

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2024/11/11

In this episode of the Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast, Nicola Cantan discusses a unique perspective on what she calls “the good ones” – those students who are quiet, diligent, and well-behaved. Nicola explores how these "good" students often fly under the radar and might not get the same level of attention or adjustments to their learning approach that more demanding students do. Through her own childhood stories and experiences with the Colorful Keys team, she encourages music teachers to reflect

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11:59

What I've learned from watching almost 60 music...

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2024/11/04

Join host Nicola Cantan in this episode of The Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast as she shares insights from watching nearly 60 video clips submitted by passionate music teachers around the world. Discover valuable lessons from different teaching styles, creative strategies, and unique approaches that can help inspire your own music teaching journey. Nicola discusses the power of recording lessons for growth, the joy of watching dedicated teachers in action, and the importance of supporting one another

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22:54

Music Practice Mottos

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2024/10/28

Welcome to the Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast! I'm Nicola Cantan, your host, and today we’re diving into the world of music practice mottos. Whether you're out for a walk, cleaning up, or simply relaxing, thanks for letting me join you for a few moments. Today, we're talking about those words of wisdom that can guide music practice, support our students, and spark progress, whether it's a catchy rhyme or a saying that helps students tackle perfectionism or keep a steady beat. I’ll be sharing some

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14:08

Starting a homeschool music program

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2024/10/21

In this episode of the Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast, host Nicola Cantan dives into programs for young beginners, offering valuable advice for structuring music lessons, especially for homeschool groups. Nicola also introduces the Epic Clip Contest, where teachers can win a $1,000 Visa gift card by submitting a short video of their teaching. With practical tips on using existing curricula, like Mini Musicians, and ideas for making lessons engaging and effective for mixed-age groups, this episode is

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12:11

Making things EASY for a challenging student

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2024/10/14

In this episode of the Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast, host Nicola Cantan answers a listener's question about handling a tricky piano student who rushes through pieces and struggles with learning new ones. Nicola shares creative strategies for making lessons more engaging, using improvisation, games, and thoughtful planning to help students build skills without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're facing similar challenges or just looking to refresh your teaching approach, Nicola offers practical

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