Semester

Spring

Date of Graduation

2024

Document Type

Problem/Project Report

Degree Type

DMA

College

College of Creative Arts

Department

School of Music

Committee Chair

Lucy Mauro

Committee Member

Peter Amstutz

Committee Member

William Koehler

Committee Member

General Hambrick

Abstract

This study explores the needs of the contemporary piano studio, including business policies, the use of technologies, mental health and neurodivergence in students, and the influence and use of social media. Focused on the needs of both the private-studio piano teacher and traveling piano teacher, the paper offers insight into studio ownership and management with an emphasis on providing experiences that meet the needs of contemporary students. The paper includes a brief history of private piano instruction as well as information for developing studio policies, business issues related to current tax requirements and forms, and resources for financial and general studio business management.

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