Rock School Proprietor Podcast

2: Are parents the REAL students in music lessons?

n this episode, John Kozicki (Michigan Rock School, RockSchoolProprietor.com) and Mandy York (Music Time of Milford) delve into a unique perspective on music education: teaching the parents. John shares his 20-year journey in rock band programs and Mandy discusses her Music Together center, where the focus is on involving caregivers in early childhood music education.
Listen in as they explore the idea of educating parents about expectations, and how their involvement and understanding can significantly impact a child's musical journey. From building confidence in young learners to creating a family-friendly learning environment, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice for music educators and parents alike.
Whether you're a studio owner, instructor, or a parent wanting to understand more about your child's musical education, this conversation is sure to provide valuable takeaways. Join us as we uncover the magic that happens when parents and educators work together to foster a love for music in children.
In this episode:
Why it is important to educate parents and families in music lesson studios
Mandy explains why parents are the real students in Music Together
How Mandy teaches the parents in her music lesson studio
John explains how he educates parents on expectations of private lessons and how they may not be right for all kids
How John teaches parents that ability to read music shouldn’t be the top metric in measuring success in music lessons
Where confidence grows as students learn to play an instrument
The benefits gained by studio owners when they educate parents about music lessons.

1: Harmonizing Differences: Building a Music School Culture

Welcome to the Rock School Proprietor Podcast! In this episode, hosts John Kozicki (Michigan Rock School and RockSchoolProprietor.com) and Mandy York (Music Time of Milford) dive into the core philosophies that shape their music schools. John, who runs a rock school, and Mandy, who manages an early childhood music center, explore how their vastly different backgrounds contribute to a shared passion for music education.
John and Mandy share personal stories from their early music experiences that have influenced their teaching philosophies. John recounts his challenging piano lessons as a child and how they shaped his approach to making music enjoyable for his students. Mandy discusses the joy of discovering the Music Together program with her children and how it revolutionized her understanding of early childhood music education.
Together, they emphasize the importance of creating a positive and engaging music culture in their schools. They discuss the significance of understanding and communicating their core beliefs to build a community that resonates with both instructors and families. John and Mandy also offer practical advice for other music school owners and instructors on finding and sharing their authentic stories to enhance their teaching practices.
Join John and Mandy as they harmonize their differences to create a richer, more inclusive music education experience for everyone involved.

Rock School Proprietor Trailer

Join John Kozicki (Michigan Rock School, RockSchoolProprietor.com) and Mandy York (Music Time of Milford) with a glimpse of what music instructors and music lesson business owners can expect from their conversations on the Rock School Proprietor Podcast!