Get personalized coaching from Jacqueline Beckoff, founder of Defined Music Teacher and host of the Piano Pedagogy Podcast, to build a studio that supports your life, not consumes it.
Dealing with inconsistent income and chasing late payments?
Feeling undervalued and unsure how (or when) to raise your rates?
Struggling to find enough of the right kind of students?
Spending more time on scheduling, billing, and marketing than actually teaching?
Feeling isolated and not knowing what to do next to grow your studio?
Wondering if you can run a successful studio without working evenings and weekends?
A studio filled with motivated students who respect your policies.
Consistent, predictable monthly income you can rely on.
Systems that handle admin tasks efficiently, freeing up your time.
The confidence to charge premium rates for your expertise.
Paid vacation time and sick days to avoid feeling burnout.
Marketing strategies that work for you, so you can focus on teaching.
That's exactly what my business coaching program at Defined Music Teacher helps you achieve. I provide practical, actionable strategies tailored to the unique world of music education.
Stop wasting time and energy on marketing that yields lukewarm results or students who aren't committed. Learn precisely how to define and attract families who genuinely value music education, respect your expertise, and align with your teaching style
Move beyond financial stress and unpredictable income streams. We'll work together to implement professional pricing strategies that truly reflect your skill and experience, along with clear, enforceable payment policies (like auto-pay options and late fee structures) that ensure consistent cash flow.
Reclaim valuable hours currently lost to administrative overwhelm. Are you drowning in scheduling emails, makeup lesson logistics, or manual invoicing? We will identify the time-draining bottlenecks in your studio management and implement efficient processes.
Is the stress of running the business starting to overshadow your love for teaching? Reconnect with the passion that drew you to music education in the first place, building a sustainable studio business that supports and energizes you, rather than drains you.
"In a short amount of time, Jacqueline's guidance and expertise transformed my piano studio... Her insights on professionalism, crafting a comprehensive studio policy, and designing an effective website took my practice to the next level. Perhaps the most significant impact was on my confidence... I gained more business and a newfound sense of purpose... I can't recommend Jacqueline enough for being so involved and helping me achieve success."
"I am so grateful for Defined Music Teacher. Jacqueline gave me countless tools to help me succeed as a teacher and business person. She especially supported me when I felt discouraged, and continued to push me through to the finish line! I now know how to better stay true to my policies and teaching philosophies, and how to add unique features to my music studio in order to stand out amongst the crowd...
I highly recommend Defined Music Teacher as a way for you to grow as a teacher and as a person."
Hi, I'm Jacqueline Beckoff! As a fellow music teacher and the founder of Defined Music Teacher, I've walked in your shoes. I know the incredible joy of sharing music, but also understand the unique blend of passion and business strategy required to build a thriving and sustainable studio.
Too often, I saw talented educators struggle with the business side – the marketing, finances, and systems – hindering their ability to thrive. That's why, leveraging insights from coaching music teachers and hosting the internationally recognized Piano Pedagogy Podcast, I now dedicate myself to empowering educators like you.
My goal is to provide the clarity, confidence, and tools needed to build a studio business that supports you financially, brings you joy and fulfillment, and lets you focus on what you love most – teaching music.
Let's explore how coaching can provide the blueprint and support you need to leave your current job behind and build the independent music studio you've been dreaming of. Book your complimentary Discovery Call today.
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Here are answers to some common questions
It's kind of like music lessons, actually! During our Discovery Call, I will ask you a lot of questions about your studio so that we can work together to develop a personalized action plan which lays out the steps for you to take to become a Defined Music Teacher so you can make more money, get more students, and focus on what really matters, teaching music. At our follow up sessions, I will walk you through what you need to do to implement your action plan, and hold you accountable so you can keep on track.
One hour coaching sessions are priced at $120 each, but packages of multiple sessions come with a discount, and payment plans are available.
It doesn't matter if you're just beginning to teach music, or if you've been teaching music all your life, becoming a Defined Music Teacher will provide you with the strategies and tools to elevate every aspect of your music teaching business.