415: Quick and Free Ways to Find Music Students

In this solo episode, I’m sharing some of my favorite fast, free (or super low-cost) ways to find new music students with a little help from my AI co-hosts, Jono and Sarah. Whether you’ve got a few schedule gaps or you’re starting fresh in a new area, we’ll walk you through practical, actionable ideas for studio growth, from referral strategies and community outreach to online tools that boost visibility. Just pick one and try it out this week!

• Tim shared some practical, low-cost ideas for finding new students fast.
• He introduced the “Find Students Fast” checklist, available as a free download for music teachers.
• Jono and Sarah explained that your current students and their families are your best starting point for referrals.
• The value of testimonials, reviews, and word-of-mouth as powerful trust-builders.
• Optimizing your Google Business profile and Facebook page for local visibility.
• Offering events like “Bring a Friend Day” or casual group sessions to attract new interest.
• Connecting with school teachers, music stores & local groups to build long-term referral networks.
• They recommended joining local teacher directories and online platforms.
• The value of old-school promotion like flyers, signs, and community noticeboards.
• Tim encouraged teachers to take just one actionable idea and try it this week for results.

Links Mentioned

• Download your Find Students Fast: The Essential Music Teacher Marketing Checklist here

 

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