217 | When Students Leave Your Music Studio
In this episode of the FULL VOICE Podcast, Nikki Loney explores the good, the not-so-good, and the ugly side of students leaving your studio. From graduating seniors and heartfelt goodbyes to ghosting families and awkward exits, this honest conversation reminds teachers that student departures are a normal part of studio life.
Perfect for voice teachers, music educators, and private studio owners, this episode reminds us to hold fast to our studio policies, navigate difficult communication professionally, never burn bridges with students or families, and recognize that some students unexpectedly find their way back years later.
🔹[2:40] Music studios and student retention
🔹[3:15] “The Good” The healthy student goodbyes
🔹[5:25] Families are part of the music studio community
🔹[6:28] “Not-so-good” student departures
🔹[11:24] Leaving the door open
🔹[18:45] Live Office Hours #18 – Summer Studio Strategies
🔹[20:10] “The Ugly” Families who ghost you
🔹[25:54] Live Office Hours – register for free webinar
🔹[27:00] Upcoming Summer Workshop Series
Mentioned in This Episode:
Sign up for FULL VOICE Music Live Office Hours Here: https://fullvoicemusic.com/newsletter/
Register for Live Teacher workshops here: https://fullvoicemusic.com/shop/teacher-training/workshops/
Listen to Baby Girl here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkdnRdgQZHNghIFrNneczBQ
FULL VOICE Podcasts about Onboarding:
https://fullvoicemusic.com/podcast/166-onboarding-new-students/
https://fullvoicemusic.com/podcast/167-onboarding-new-students-part-2/
How to Run Your Business without Hating Your Boss Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/1znZiSyyEjNMWPevetQPVs
About Our Guest:
Nikki Loney is the “Boss-of-it-all” at FULL VOICE Music. With 36 years of experience in private voice teaching she understands the ebb and flow of student retention. Inspired by the youngest students in her private voice studio, Nikki challenges teachers to redefine what singing lessons looks like for young voices. She works with music education specialists, children’s composers, and voice experts to create music education resources for professional voice teachers.
