The hundreds of things we try to cram in a 30min lesson

Welcome to the Raising Musos blog/podcast, where we share music education tips to help parents support their child’s musical journey.

As music teachers, we often hear the assumption that a lesson simply consists of playing through pieces and receiving feedback. But the reality? There are so many elements we try to cover in a short 30-minute lesson.

Every lesson is a balancing act—building rapport, reinforcing previous skills, introducing new concepts, and finding time for all the essential aspects of musicianship. Let’s take a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens in a lesson and how teachers navigate these competing priorities.