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The TopCast: The Official Music Teachers' Podcast

The TopCast: The Official Music Teachers' Podcast

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 The original podcast for growth-minded instrumental music and voice teachers since 2015. Our mission at TopMusic is to empower music teachers to find and nurture their innate creativity so they can teach lessons that are innovative, integrated and inspiring, and that will have a positive, life-long impact on their students. Tune in weekly as we interview teachers and creators from around the world and unpack fun and exciting ideas to maximise your teaching and studio business success.Copyright Top Music Education Economía Música
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  • 422: All About Urtext Editions with Dr Mario Aschauer

    422: All About Urtext Editions with Dr Mario Aschauer
    Jul 7 2025
    If you've ever wondered what exactly an Urtext edition is, or why it matters, you’re not alone. Today, I'm chatting with musicologist and editor Dr Mario Aschauer to explore what goes into creating these “original” scores and why they’re more complex and more fascinating than they first appear. From Beethoven’s messy handwriting to Mozart myths, this episode will open your eyes to how much history, detective work, and musical curiosity is wrapped into every note.
    • Dr. Mario Aschauer explained musicology as the study of all aspects of music.
    • He shared how his performance background led him into scholarly editing.
    • The value of figured bass and continuo in modern training was discussed.
    • Tim asked what makes an Urtext edition trustworthy or problematic.
    • Mario emphasized that Urtext is a starting point, not an absolute truth.
    • He explained why even beginners can benefit from using Urtext editions.
    • The conversation highlighted editorial interpretation and creative freedom.
    • Mario debunked common misconceptions about the ‘sacredness’ of Urtext.
    • He shared behind-the-scenes stories of editing Beethoven and Mozart scores.
    • How performance practice, research, and editing intertwine.
    • Teachers were encouraged to explore the stories and context behind the scores.

    Links Mentioned
    • Dr Mario Aschauer's website: mario-aschauer.info
    • Dr Mario Aschauer's YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/marioaschauer
    • Harmonia Stellarum Houston

    Today's Guest Dr. Mario Aschauer is an Austrian-born musicologist, conductor, and harpsichordist renowned for his work at the intersection of music scholarship and performance. He currently serves as Associate Professor of Musicology at Sam Houston State University, where he also directs the Center for Early Music Research and Performance. In addition to performing internationally as a specialist in historical keyboards and Austrian Baroque repertoire, Aschauer is a prolific editor of Urtext editions for publishers like Bärenreiter, including works by Beethoven, Mozart, and Schubert. He is the founder and artistic director of Harmonia Stellarum Houston and author of the influential book German Keyboard Treatises in the Second Half of the Eighteenth Century. Holding degrees from the University of Vienna and the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, he has also held research roles at the Austrian Academy of Sciences and Yale School of Music, with ongoing interests in performance practice, editorial process, and the compositional sketches of Anton Bruckner. Today's Sponsor Just a year ago, the German music publisher Bärenreiter celebrated its 100th anniversary. The story began modestly, with editions of folk songs and church music produced by the young founder, Karl Vötterle, in his parents’ living room. But the publishing house quickly expanded. After the Second World War, Bärenreiter increasingly focused on scholarly-critical editions, growing into one of the world’s leading classical music publishers. While the company’s early Urtext publications centered on Mozart, Bach, and Schubert, its catalogue now includes over 10,000 titles, featuring works by composers such as Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin,...
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  • 421: Announcing TopMusic Courses

    421: Announcing TopMusic Courses
    Jun 30 2025
    I’m so excited to finally share something we’ve been working on for a long time—our brand new TopMusic Courses platform. This isn’t just a redesign; it’s a complete rethinking of how we support teachers with practical, inspiring, and flexible professional development. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, reignite your teaching mojo, or explore something totally new, there’s a course waiting for you—and now you don’t need a membership to access it.
    • Tim introduced the new TopMusic Courses platform for teacher PD.
    • He explained it’s a standalone platform, separate from the membership.
    • The platform offers on-demand, expert-led courses across key teaching topics.
    • Tim shared that many teachers feel overwhelmed and want simple course access.
    • He emphasized the flexibility of self-paced learning with one-time payments.
    • The value of PD was compared to an investment that multiplies returns.
    • He encouraged teachers to view online learning as part of their creative growth.
    • The platform supports piano, guitar, and soon, more instruments.
    • Tim invited teachers to explore the site and try one idea in one lesson.

    Links Mentioned
    • Click here to find out more about TopMusic Courses and use TOPCOURSE50 upon checkout to get 50% off any course.

    Thank you for tuning in! Consider implementing the ideas from this podcast by writing several actionable steps for your teaching practice if it’s inspired you. If you enjoyed today’s show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, which helps other teachers find our show. Stay updated by subscribing to this show, and get automatic delivery to your device every time a new episode goes live! We publish on Mondays weekly. TopMusicPro 14-Day Free Trial Heard about TopMusicPro Membership? As a valued podcast listener, I’d like to offer you a special chance to try our community free for 14 days. You can access a treasure trove of teaching resources, professional development courses, and creative lesson ideas. Click the link below to access your exclusive 14-day free trial for our Studio Membership.

    TOPMUSICPRO MEMBERSHIP 14-DAY FREE TRIAL
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  • 420: Open Letter to Parents of Piano Students

    420: Open Letter to Parents of Piano Students
    Jun 23 2025

    Too often, I see well-meaning parents unknowingly limiting their child’s potential by holding onto outdated ideas of what music lessons should be. In this episode, I’m sharing a personal message I wrote to help shift that mindset—an open letter to piano parents. It’s a heartfelt invitation to move beyond exam-driven expectations and embrace a more creative, joyful, and lasting approach to learning music. Drawing on my own experiences and conversations with educators around the world, I’ll share why it’s time to rethink how we define success in music education.

    • Tim shared his open letter to help parents support modern music education.
    • He explained the shift from exam-based to creative learning in piano teaching.
    • The value of music lessons goes beyond exams and competitions.
    • He emphasized the long-term benefits of music on brain development and life skills.
    • Tim outlined the real costs—time, energy, money—involved in music education.
    • He warned against the “exam express” that can lead to student burnout.
    • The importance of curiosity, creativity, and relevance in music lessons was discussed.
    • Tim encouraged parents to trust teachers using new, student-focused approaches.
    • He urged parents not to push exams unless guided by the teacher.
    • Tim highlighted that lifelong musical enjoyment should be the real goal.

    Links Mentioned
    • An Open Letter to Parents of Piano Students
    • Contact us at support@topmusic.co

    Thank you for tuning in!

    Consider implementing the ideas from this podcast by writing several actionable steps for your teaching practice if it’s inspired you.

    If you enjoyed today’s show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, which helps other teachers find our show.

    Stay updated by subscribing to this show, and get automatic delivery to your device every time a new episode goes live! We publish on Mondays weekly.

    TopMusicPro 14-Day Free Trial

    Heard about TopMusicPro Membership? As a valued podcast listener, I’d like to offer you a special chance to try our community free for 14 days. You can access a treasure trove of teaching resources, professional development courses, and creative lesson ideas. Click the link below to access your exclusive 14-day free trial for our Studio Membership.

    TOPMUSICPRO MEMBERSHIP 14-DAY FREE TRIAL
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    17 m
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