Common Time Membership
The Inner
Circle
The podcast is free. The Inner Circle is for educators who want to go further — with bonus content, deep-dive resources, and direct access to David and John every month.
Two Ways to Be Part of Common Time
The Common Time Collective is our free Facebook community — open to every music educator who wants to connect, share, and keep the conversation going between episodes. The Inner Circle is our paid membership tier: premium content, exclusive resources, and a direct line to the hosts. Both are part of the same community. Only one goes deeper.
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Bonus Episodes
Inner Circle members get access to episodes that never go public — extended interviews, solo episodes from David and John, and conversations that go places the main feed doesn’t.
- Extended guest interviews with full Q&A segments
- Solo episodes: David and John on specific challenges
- Behind-the-scenes conversations about the podcast
- Early or exclusive access to season premieres
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Directed Listening Model Resources
The Directed Listening Model is the framework David and John built over decades in the rehearsal room. Inner Circle members get the practical tools that bring it to life in your program.
- Worksheets and planning templates
- Rehearsal frameworks you can use immediately
- Annotated score study guides from featured repertoire
- Reference materials tied to specific episodes
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Monthly Live Q&A
Once a month, David and John go live exclusively for Inner Circle members. Bring your real questions, your toughest rehearsal problems, and what’s on your mind. This is direct access.
- Monthly live session with both hosts
- Submit questions in advance or ask live
- Recordings available for members who can’t attend
- Small enough to have a real conversation
Bonus Resource
The Maestro Mind Blueprint
Inner Circle members also receive access to the Maestro Mind Blueprint — a proprietary framework developed by David and John for building the mental architecture of an exceptional director. It covers decision-making in real time, score preparation under pressure, and how the most effective conductors think differently in the rehearsal room. Available exclusively to members.
Simple Pricing
One membership. Everything included. Cancel anytime.
$9
per month
Full access to all Inner Circle content. Cancel anytime — no questions asked.
- All bonus episodes
- DLM resources & templates
- Monthly live Q&A with David & John
- Maestro Mind Blueprint
- Member-only community updates
$99
per year
Save $9 compared to monthly. Everything included, billed once a year.
- All bonus episodes
- DLM resources & templates
- Monthly live Q&A with David & John
- Maestro Mind Blueprint
- Member-only community updates
No long-term commitment. Cancel anytime from your member dashboard.
Is this different from the Common Time Collective?
Yes. The Collective is a free Facebook community open to all music educators. The Inner Circle is a paid membership that unlocks bonus episodes, exclusive resources, and monthly live access to David and John. Many members are part of both.
How do I access my member content?
When you join, you’ll create a member account through our membership platform. All bonus episodes, resources, and Q&A recordings are available through your member dashboard, accessible from any device.
Can I cancel if it’s not right for me?
Absolutely. Monthly memberships can be cancelled at any time and you’ll retain access through the end of your billing period. Annual memberships are non-refundable after 14 days, but you keep access through the full year.
When are the monthly Q&A sessions?
Live Q&A sessions are held once a month. Members are notified of the date and time via email at least one week in advance. If you can’t attend live, a recording is posted to your member dashboard within 24 hours.
Ready to go deeper?
Join the Inner Circle
Everything included. Cancel anytime. Start applying what you hear in every episode.