Andrea presented on an incredibly important topic: financials for music studios. It was a fantastic presentation. I know our teachers thoroughly enjoyed it and got a lot out of it. Thank you again for taking the time to share your resources and knowledge with our community. I know our teachers absolutely loved it.
Andrea gave a clear and concise talk that was well-received by our members. I would recommend her to any group!
Andrea is an engaging speaker and so willing to provide guidance!
2026 Events
March 2026 – MTNA National Conference – Chicago, IL
The Business Digest Game Show (with Questions You’ve Been Afraid to Ask) – Business Resources Session
February 2026 – Taylor University – Virtual
My Story – One teacher’s career story
January 2026 – Not Your Mother’s Piano Studio Workshop – Virtual
Tax Season Ready
Get a game plan together to make the tax season run smoothly.
Want a different kind of speaker for your next music teacher event?
I don’t talk about pedagogy or repertoire or student behavior issues. I talk about entrepreneurship and what it means to be a self-employed musician. The “business side” of teaching.
Whether it’s a stand-alone presentation, a break-out session as part of a larger conference, or a full-day workshop, we can create something amazing. Here are just a few topics I get excited about:
- Can I Afford to Do This? Personal + Business Finance for Musicians
- From Self-Employed to Business Owner: Growing a Studio Beyond Yourself
- Music Studio Makeover: Personal Branding for Musicians
Drop me a line and we can talk about what would work best for your group!
2025 Events
July 2025 – NCKP – Lombard, IL
Doing Good by Doing Good Business: Exploring Studio Business Models that Support Student Access and Teacher Wages –
Music teachers often undercharge out of a desire to make lessons accessible to all students. While this approach is born out of generosity, it can jeopardize the teacher’s financial well-being and lead to resentment, overwork, burnout, and, in some cases, leaving the field entirely.
It doesn’t have to be this way. Sustainable wages for teachers and accessible music lessons can coexist. This session explores creative studio business models that serve both teachers and students.
May 2025 – Tri-City Music Teachers Association – Virtual
Let the Website Speak – Designing more effective studio websites.
March 2025 – Teach Music Online – Virtual
Crash Course in Self-Employment Taxes – Understanding how Self-Employment Taxes work so you can make smarter money decisions.
March 2025 – MTNA National Conference Pedagogy Saturday – Minneapolis, MN
Millionaire Mindset: Financial Strategies for Young Music Teachers – Seemingly small financial decisions in our early careers have a huge impact on our long-term financial wellbeing. In this session, discover key financial strategies and craft your own budget to support a prosperous future.
February 2025 – Taylor University – Virtual
My Story – One teacher’s career story
January 2025 – Utah MTA Online Chapter – Virtual
Panel: Managing A Music Studio – Admin hacks for simplifying studio management.
January 2025 – Plano Music Teachers Association – Virtual
Let the Website Speak – Designing more effective studio websites.
2024 Events
October 2024 – Charleston MTA – Charleston, SC
Crash Course in Self-Employment Taxes – Understanding how Self-Employment Taxes work so you can make smarter money decisions.
Business Building 101 Workshop – Setting the foundation for a financially-sustainable music studio.
September 2024 – Kansas/Missouri Music Teachers Association State Conference – Kansas City, MO
Panel: Innovating for the Future – I believe in a future where…”
July 2024 – Muzie.Live Webinar – Virtual
Should I Stay or Should I Grow – Considering hiring other teachers? Learn about the most common financial pitfall multi-teacher studio owners encounter and how you can overcome it.
June 2024 – Piano Teachers Mastermind Bootcamp – Virtual
Studio Policies and Rates – Setting rates and writing policies to support a thriving studio
March 2024 – MTNA National Conference – Atlanta, GA
Crash Course in Self-Employment Taxes – Understanding how Self-Employment Taxes work so you can make smarter money decisions.
January 2024 – St. Louis Area Music Teacher’s Association – St. Louis, MO
Money Rituals to Make 2024 Your Best Year Yet!
2023 Events
September 2024 – University of New Mexico Graduate Pedagogy Class – Virtual
Building a Sustainable Career as a Music Teacher
February 2023 – University of Missouri – Kansas City Collegiate MTNA Chapter – Kansas City, Missouri
Choosing a Business Model to Match Your Vision – There is no “one size fits all” business model. Yours may even evolve over time! Explore different models to see which most aligns with your goals.
2022 Events
June 2022 – MTNA Webinar Series – Virtual
Choosing a Business Model to Match Your Vision – There is no “one size fits all” business model. Yours may even evolve over time! Explore different models to see which most aligns with your goals.
April 2022 – Weber State University – Virtual
Money Smarts in the Arts – How the decisions you make in your 20’s will impact your future
2021 Events
September 2021 – Illinois State Music Teachers Association – Wheaton, IL
SENSEational Studio Branding – Communicating studio values through all the senses
May 2021 – Expand Online Virtual Summit – Virtual
March 2021 – MTNA National Conference – Virtual
Let the Website Speak – Designing more effective studio websites
February 2021 – Ohio University – Virtual Lecture
Let the Website Speak – Designing more effective studio websites
January 2021 – MTNA Webinar Series – Virtual
SENSEational Studio Branding – Communicating studio values through all the senses
January 2021 – MTNA Collegiate Piano Pedagogy Symposium – Virtual
Careers in Music – panelist
2020 Events
June 2020 – Texas Music Teachers Association Convention – Houston, TX (CANCELLED due to COVID 🙁 )
SENSEational Studio Branding – Communicating studio values through all the senses.
2019 Events
July 2019 – National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy (NCKP) – Lombard, IL
Let the Website Speak – Designing more effective studio websites.
Jan 2019 – Piano Pedagogy Symposium – James Madison University
Let the Website Speak – Designing more effective studio websites.
2018 Events
Jan 2018 – Piano Pedagogy Symposium – University of Texas at Austin
Crash Course in Self-Employment Taxes – What you need to know!
Jan 2018 – Silver Spring Women Business Owners Meetup
WordPress Tips & Tricks – How to make the most of your WordPress website.
Feb 2018 – Personal Finance Workshop – Silver Spring, MD
Do I Really Need a Budget? – How to get smart about your money!
June 2018 – Texas Music Teachers Association Convention
Let the Website Speak – Designing more effective studio websites.
October 2018 – Garland MTA Meeting
Let the Website Speak – Designing more effective studio websites.
November 2018 – James Madison University
Today & Tomorrow:
Laying the Groundwork for a Successful Entrepreneurial Career in Music
Previous Appearances
Lead Where You Are: Everyday Entrepreneurs – Leadership conference for women with an interest in part-time entrepreneurship as a side-gig or during retirement.
EntrepreLAUNCH: How to Write a Business Plan – The first in a series of seven workshops about starting a business, geared toward high school and college students.

