 Establishing a private lessons practice is an exciting endeavor and there are a lot of resources available to help you get started. Trumpet instructor and vice president from Alfred Publishing, Andrew Surmani, provides practical advice in his Artists House interview on the best way to attract students to a new private teaching practice. He believes you should start by spreading the word about yourself and what you do. The best place to spread the word is right where your potential students are: school music programs and musical instrument stores in your area. Start by making some calls to the local school concert band, orchestra, and jazz band directors. Let them know you are available for private lessons. If there is interest, be prepared to send your resume, background information, and references. Preferably, make an appointment to visit to learn more about the school’s program and student needs, and to make a connection with the music educators. Communicate how your private lesson services can assist their program and provide information that the music teachers can pass along to interested parents. Local music stores are another excellent source for potential private lesson students. Some stores offer lessons on the premises while others keep a list of teacher referrals for music lesson inquiries made by customers. Contact the education director or store manager and let him or her know about your services. Also, be sure to spread the word by running ads in local newspapers and get listed on music educator directories online. The following information contains additional resources to help you get started building your private lesson practice. Books How to Make Money Teaching Music: The Music Teacher's Manual by Steve Stockmal  Published: Tue, 02/01/2007 - 17:12 Attachments:  |
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