Music School Owner Resources | How to Run & Sell Your School https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/owner-resources/ Excellence in Pedagogy Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:08:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://www.ensembleschools.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/ensemble-favicon.png Music School Owner Resources | How to Run & Sell Your School https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/owner-resources/ 32 32 Tips on Preparing for Your Dance Recital as a Studio Owner https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/dance-recital-preparation/ Fri, 26 Dec 2025 16:55:00 +0000 https://devensemble.wpengine.com/?p=4171 For most dance studios, recital season is the highlight of the year; it’s the moment where months of training and dedication culminate in a celebration of artistry, growth, and community. As exciting as it is, however, recital preparation can also be overwhelming for studio owners. Between managing dancers, parents, costumes, rehearsals, and venue logistics, the […]

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]]> 5 Ways to Turn Recitals Into Magical Moments and  Marketing Gold https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/recital-marketing-ideas/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:08:17 +0000 https://devensemble.wpengine.com/?p=4147 Parents are always excited about music lessons at the moment of enrollment.Their child’s musical journey is about to begin, filled with potential and pride. It’s a moment filled with dreams of stage lights, applause, and a child glowing with confidence. But over time, that initial excitement can fade into routine. Recitals are your school’s chance […]

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]]> The State of the Dance Studio Industry in the 2025-26 Season https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/the-state-of-the-dance-studio-industry-in-the-2025-26-season/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:37:00 +0000 https://devensemble.wpengine.com/?p=4106 There’s something different in the air this year. After several years of uncertainty (adjusting to shifting enrollments, managing rising costs, figuring out how to staff well and stay sane), dance studio owners are starting to exhale. Not completely, but enough to catch their breath before the next wave of challenges. The data shows real progress. […]

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]]> What Parents Want in Music Education Right Now (and What the Best Schools Are Doing About It) https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/what-parents-want-in-music-education-right-now-and-what-the-best-schools-are-doing-about-it/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:33:00 +0000 https://devensemble.wpengine.com/?p=4104 Something’s changed in how families approach music lessons. It’s subtle, but it’s real. Parents aren’t just looking for a good teacher anymore. They’re looking for the right fit. They’re asking sharper questions. They’re paying attention to how schools communicate, how flexible they are, and whether the experience feels personal or transactional. After a few years […]

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]]> Getting Your First Dance Class of the Season Right as a Dance Educator https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/first-class-dance-educator-guide/ Sat, 13 Sep 2025 22:48:01 +0000 https://devensemble.wpengine.com/?p=3886 Stepping into the studio for your first class of the season as an educator can be simultaneously exciting and nerve-wracking. You are setting the tone for your students’ experience of dance and of you as their guide. A successful first class establishes the level of trust, energy, and structure that will be carried throughout the […]

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]]> How to Grow Your Music School by Winning Back Summer Drop-Offs https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/grow-your-music-school-win-back-summer-drops/ Sun, 10 Aug 2025 16:49:45 +0000 https://devensemble.wpengine.com/?p=3748 Summer slowdowns are expected, but fall offers a prime opportunity to re-engage students who paused lessons. A short reactivation campaign can be faster and cheaper than chasing new leads. When’s the best time to re-enroll students who paused for summer? Late August through October is ideal. As families settle back into routines, they’re actively looking […]

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]]> Boost Your Music School’s Summer Retention: 11 Proven Strategies  https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/boost-music-schools-summer-retention/ Thu, 22 May 2025 18:48:22 +0000 https://devensemble.wpengine.com/?p=3517 Reduce Dropouts and Turn Summer Into a Season of Growth Summer can be a challenging time for music schools, with some experiencing enrollment drops of 30–40%. But here’s the good news: with the right strategies, you can turn summer into your most successful season yet.  Over the years, I have tested and refined a range […]

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]]> Reimagining Re-Enrollment: Tactics for Seasonal Growth https://www.ensembleschools.com/blog/resources-for-dance-studios/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 20:02:15 +0000 https://devensemble.wpengine.com/?p=3244 Reimagining Re-Enrollment Every spring, studio owners face the challenge of re-enrolling dancers for the next season. If you are like most, you either rely on the hope that students come back, or you attempt an entirely new enrollment plan. Neither is a reliable strategy! There’s a more effective way to approach your enrollment process. Let […]

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