Testimonials
What Schools Are Saying About Music Student Retention!
I started teaching music in 2009, and I’ve met many music teachers along the way, but few have been as helpful and insightful as Jason Summers. For the past year, we have spoken with Jason once a month regarding a huge variety of topics in his Music Student Retention program. These have included classroom management, teaching different age groups, dealing with parents, promotional material, networking, recitals, reward systems, and so much more. Each month we get a packet well in advance that Jason puts together, then we have a conference call with him to discuss that month’s topic. I have used some of the topics we covered to help our other teachers and of course, myself. Teachers have found the modules about teaching very young children and preparing for recitals especially helpful. Once word got around the school that we were learning about different topics from Jason, teachers began coming to me directly for advice on how to deal with difficult students, how to prepare for recitals, or even how to get more students in their studio. Jason even had advice for us about online teaching during the COVID-19 closures. Jason himself is very kind and outgoing, and it’s very easy to see how he maintains such a vast studio of students. Jason’s program would be a great tool for any music school, especially for those who are able to take what he teaches and spread that to other teachers as well. Jason has techniques that can apply to any instrument. Jason’s longevity as a teacher allows his expertise to really shine through. The Music Student Retention program would make an excellent tool for any directors or teachers looking to take their craft to the next level.
Trevor Morris Westchase Music SchoolTampa, FL
Trevor Morris
Tampa, FL
He was clear and quick, and targeted 3 subjects on the call (plus Q&A) to make it easy for teachers to see how they can make a difference in their lessons immediately. Teachers sent in their feedback and LOVED hearing from Jason, who is in the "trenches" and has spot-on concrete advice and examples on how to make lessons fun, the importance of communication with parents at each lessons, and what really happens when teachers ask for substitutes (one teacher actually emailed me to say they now realize how their absences may have caused students to exit their schedule and how they will do much better going forward - wow!). Hearing this message from someone outside of our School is priceless. We can't wait for our next training with Jason - he has a huge list of topics to choose from.
Chris Duncan
Frisco School of Music and Performing Arts
Frisco, TX
I just can't thank Jason Summers and Music Student Retention enough. This program is making my lessons and my job not only more easy on myself, but also way more fun and enjoyable. I'm not running out of ideas anymore. In fact, I feel like I have a whole arsenal of things that I could do with my students. And that makes me walk into the lessons way more prepared, confident with what I'm going to do, and knowing how to approach every single situation that it might present. And that is just priceless to me. It brings me joy, peace and happiness. My students are looking forward to our lesson every week and asking me what's the new Fun thing we'll do today!!! Not to mention my retention rate is going way higher. Thank You Jason Summers. This program has not only changed my life but also my family as well!
David Smith
Dallas,TX
I started teaching music in 2009, and I’ve met many music teachers along the way, but few have been as helpful and insightful as Jason Summers. For the past year, we have spoken with Jason once a month regarding a huge variety of topics in his Music Student Retention program. These have included classroom management, teaching different age groups, dealing with parents, promotional material, networking, recitals, reward systems, and so much more. Each month we get a packet well in advance that Jason puts together, then we have a conference call with him to discuss that month’s topic. I have used some of the topics we covered to help our other teachers and of course, myself. Teachers have found the modules about teaching very young children and preparing for recitals especially helpful. Once word got around the school that we were learning about different topics from Jason, teachers began coming to me directly for advice on how to deal with difficult students, how to prepare for recitals, or even how to get more students in their studio. Jason even had advice for us about online teaching during the COVID-19 closures. Jason himself is very kind and outgoing, and it’s very easy to see how he maintains such a vast studio of students. Jason’s program would be a great tool for any music school, especially for those who are able to take what he teaches and spread that to other teachers as well. Jason has techniques that can apply to any instrument in addition to drums. Jason’s longevity as a teacher allows his expertise to really shine through. The Music Student Retention program would make an excellent tool for any directors or teachers looking to take their craft to the next level.
Trevor Morris Westchase Music SchoolTampa, FL
Trevor Morris
With your second voice psychology you have Creative Soul's best interest in making sure the staff know that they are in good hands and we will take care of them if they follow your process for teaching and make it a joy for the leadership.
Casey Thomas
Fort Worth, Texas
Jason's Music Student Retention course is a practical, creative and fun approach to instruction. The common thread throughout the course can be summed up by the question: How can we teachers motivate our students to continue drum lessons for a long time? Music Student Retention provides many answers to that question. Prior to completing the course, teaching 5 to 10-year-old students was challenging for me, and I sought advice from other instructors. But Jason, in particular, has devised some creative and fun exercises that improved my ability to entertain the younger students.
If you are a teacher who wants more students, you will benefit from Music Student Retention.
Steve Scarpelli
San Jose, CA
I have been in touch with Jason Summers once each month during the Music Student Retention Program and it’s been such a pleasure getting to know him! He’s friendly, consistently upbeat and professional. I would recommend this program to any teachers that are working on growing their schedule. With Jason’s years of experience, he knows how to help problem solve and retain almost any client with a great attitude. I have been working at the front desk at Westchase Music School for 7 years and I would love if all the staff at WMS would follow what Jason advises to grow a successful music studio.
Avril Sanjuanelo
Westchase Music School
Tampa, FL 33626
I have applied MSR concepts and the response has been amazing. Teachers need to learn these methods to ensure longevity and top income their teaching careers.
Jon E Gee
Owner Operator Carmel Arts Academy
Carmel, IN
MSR instruction has been extremely effective and inspirational to say the least. I now have a retention rate 80-85% which is by far the best at our school.
Tim Jones
Rock University
Charlotte, NC
One of MSR defining characteristics is the ability to teach the fundamentals of instruction concisely to any age. MSR covers every learning style whether it be auditory or kinesthetic. The one on one training offered through MSR has helped me become a better instructor.
Will Ashley
Columbia, SC
Jason Summers has cracked the code to music student retention. If you want your students to stay longer, get more inspired and be a raving fan of your drum lesson program, get your teachers on board with Music Student Retention!
Marty Fort
Lexington School of Music
Irmo Music Academy
South Carolina
About Music Student Retention
I can offer you a wide range of instructional tactics to hook first-time students and retain students for years to come- no matter what the instrument!
• Incorporate creative educational games to entertain younger students
• Increase teaching efficacy with students of all ages, abilities and learning styles.
• Grow recital participationUse technology to your advantage
• Establish strong relationships with students and parents
• Overcome obstacles to train the most challenging students
• Easily engage students with special needs (e.g., ADHD, multiple sclerosis, autism)
• Successfully teach online lessons and group lessons
• Network and recruit more students!
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