Dreaming of Your Own
Music Studio?
Stop Building Someone Else's Dream. Launch the Independent Studio You Deserve.
Get personalized coaching from Jacqueline Beckoff, founder of Defined Music Teacher and host of the Piano Pedagogy Podcast, to successfully transition from employee to studio owner, building a business on your own terms.
Are you tired of...
Low hourly pay and having no control over your income potential?
Teaching students that don't practice?
Feeling undervalued for your skills and dedication?
Dreaming of independence but feeling overwhelmed about where to start?
Strict schedules or teaching methods dictated by your employer?
Working somewhere that has policies that benefit your boss, instead of you?
Imagine...
Setting your own rates and finally earning what you're worth.
Having the freedom and flexibility to teach according to your philosophy.
Designing a teaching schedule that fits your life, not someone else's.
Creating a sustainable business that brings you joy and financial security.
Having a clear, step-by-step plan to confidently launch your own studio.
Building a studio filled with motivated students who respect your expertise.
That's exactly what my business coaching program at Defined Music Teacher helps you achieve. I provide practical, actionable steps specifically for music educators ready to transition from employee to studio owner.
Build Your Foundation
Develop a solid business plan, understand pricing strategies from the start, and create professional policies before you open your doors. This essential groundwork prevents common pitfalls, and establishes your studio's professionalism on day one.
Attract Your First Students
Learn how to market yourself effectively to find families who value your unique approach, even if you're starting from scratch. You'll discover how to stand out and connect directly with families eager to learn specifically from you.
Master the Business Side
Get clear on finances, essential technology, and efficient systems so you can focus on teaching, not get bogged down in admin. Implement simple, repeatable processes that minimize admin headaches and maximize your time for teaching.
Gain the Confidence to Launch
Overcome the fear and uncertainty of starting your own business with expert support and a proven roadmap. Transform uncertainty into empowered action with personalized guidance tailored to your transition into studio ownership.
Hear from Teachers Just Like 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."
Ashley Shahbazi
Calico Piano Academy
www.calicopiano.com
"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."
Olivia Gerns
Rose Pedal Music Studio
www.rosepedalmusic.com
Meet Your Coach, Jacqueline Beckoff
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, and I also understand the unique blend of passion and business strategy required not just to teach effectively, but to build your own thriving and sustainable studio from the ground up.
Too often, I see talented educators feeling limited in their current roles or overwhelmed by the thought of starting their own independent practice. They have the teaching skills but struggle with knowing how to navigate the transition – the marketing, finances, and systems needed to successfully launch and stand on their own. That's why, leveraging insights from coaching music teachers through this exact process and hosting the internationally recognized Piano Pedagogy Podcast, I provide educators like you with the tools and confidence needed for independence.
My goal is to provide the clarity, confidence, and practical tools needed to launch and grow a studio business that supports you financially, brings you joy and fulfillment, and lets you focus on what you love most – teaching music, on your own terms.
Ready to Build Your Dream Studio?
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.
Got any questions?
I'm here to help. Send a message and I'll get back to you.
FAQ
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.