
The FourForty Podcast is where musicians and music teachers share their journeys as educators, entrepreneurs, and creative leaders. Each conversation explores the real work of building a meaningful career in music... and the impact it makes beyond the studio.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 41 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

Some studios are booked solid. Some are rebuilding. Eric walks through eight questions to find your gap: landscape, network, who you serve, offerings, sales, marketing, retention, and you. Rate yourself, pick 1-2 areas to work on, and be a little bet... more
Brian Witkowski (The Lucrative Voice) joins Eric to talk about why great teachers leave studios, how to price with confidence, and a new federal rule that could reshape music education. Structural thinking for studio owners who want to build somethin... more
Shirley XiaoLing Wang moved from Taiwan to Los Angeles at fifteen, arrived without knowing English, and found her way back to her own voice through opera.
Today she is an operatic soprano, two-time TEDx speaker, keynote concert speaker, and creator ... more
"What's your philosophy on teaching?"
After an adult student unexpectedly asked me this question, I realized that after nearly 30 years of teaching, my answer had very little to do with any particular method.
In this episode, I explore growth minds... more
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This isn’t just a podcast about music. It’s not just a podcast about the business of music. It covers what’s missing from nearly every music, business and entrepreneurship school: pragmatic real-life examples of what the real world after school is like. And for experienced serial musical entrepreneurs, this is a must listen to stay current on what’s happening in the music and studio teaching professions. And if you’re any other kind of Founder or envisioning being one, Eric Branner’s biography i... more
Just like strummed guitar strings which create resonant melodies and harmonies, this podcast will create deep resonances in your psyche about business for Creatives. Don’t just listen…learn, take notes, and apply the wisdom from those who strike a chord with you.
A must listen for any musician who desires to chart a path to real impact and livelihood through music. Mindset shifts, business tweaks, and illumination of the various ways to achieve success- you’ll be inspired each time you listen.
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A show centered on musicians and music teachers building sustainable, creative careers. Episodes highlight practical pedagogy, studio management, entrepreneurship, and community impact, with guests ranging from private instructors to multi-hyphenate artists who blend teaching, performance, and leadership. Notable throughlines include diversified income strategies, non-traditional teaching models, and the importance of community, mentorship, and ethical practices in shaping a meaningful career in music.
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The Fourforty launched a year ago and published 41 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Fourforty include:
1. Brian Witkowski
2. Shirley Wang
3. Connor Chee
4. Jason Sifford
5. Leila Viss
6. Roberto Hermosillo
7. Jaclyn Mrozek
8. Narciso Solero
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