Lead your arts team with

confidence, clarity, and impact.

A step-by-step leadership course designed for arts educators who want to move beyond overwhelm and into authentic, collaborative leadership.

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Welcome, Arts Leader.

Do you find yourself in a leadership position — but without the training to match?


You stepped into leadership because you care deeply about people and the power of the arts. 

But let’s be honest: leading in the arts can feel overwhelming - especially without a roadmap and solid tools. 

The truth about arts leadership?
It often feels like this:

Unprepared for actual leadership

Promoted for passion or expertise, but never actually trained to lead.

Pulled in too many directions

Juggling multiple roles and expectations without clarity on what really matters.

Balancing people and projects

Supporting colleagues while still “getting the work done” leaves you stretched thin.

Scattered meetings and projects

Conversations go in circles, progress stalls, and it’s frustrating for everyone.

And let’s not forget the constant second-guessing

And wondering if your leadership style is “enough” while running on fumes.

What if leadership could feel different?

What if you could...

  • Step into leadership with authenticity
    Grounded in your own strengths and values, instead of constant improvisation.

  • Gain clarity about your role and influence
    Understand what’s expected, where your power lies, and how to focus your energy.

  • Build trust and collaboration
    So your team feels empowered, connected, and motivated to do their best work.

  • Facilitate purposeful, inclusive meetings
    Turning scattered conversations into spaces that spark creativity and drive results.

  • Navigate group dynamics with empathy and skill
    Even when tensions rise or challenges feel complex.

  • Sustain yourself as a leader
    With practices that help you show up consistently without burning out.

and most importantly

Recognize and refine your unique leadership style, so you can lead with confidence and create a lasting impact.

INTRODUCING

A step-by-step leadership course designed for arts educators who want to move beyond overwhelm and into authentic, collaborative leadership.

I want in!

Christy Wannamaker

Music Educator, Arts Department Chair

"'Leading Arts Teams' is the course I wish I’d had at the start of my career - and the one I still need now! Nyssa broke strategies down meaningfully and with practicality. The many resources and ideas refreshed and reaffirmed me, reminding me why I love this work! The mix of practical tools and reflection on leadership was poignant and unique. I’d highly recommend it to emerging leaders finding their footing, and experienced leaders seeking renewal."

This arts-centric, collaborative leadership course will help you:

 

Master step-by-step, actionable leadership skills you can apply immediately

Unite your team around a shared vision and common goals

Foster authentic collaboration that inspires trust and creativity

Transform ideas into real impact for your school, organization, and community

Lead with confidence and authenticity while staying true to your unique style

 And while the principles of collaborative leadership apply to nearly any field, arts educators deserve a space where leadership training puts the arts at the center — right where they belong.

Join Leading Arts Team today!

Megan Highfill

Executive Director, The Association for Music in International Schools (AMIS)  

"This course was an invaluable exploration of both my own leadership and the leaders I admire. It demonstrated how compassion, intention, and reflectiveness are essential to any collaborative process. The variety of tools resources, as well as the holistic focus make the content applicable to all forms of leadership. I highly recommend this course as a resource you can return to time and again as your own practice evolves."

WHAT'S INSIDE

6 Transformative Modules to Redefine Your Leadership

Module 1: Lead with Authenticity 

Clarify your values, strengths, and aspirations so you can show up as the leader only you can be.

Module 2: Understand your system 

Get clear on your role, expectations, and influence so you know where your energy makes the biggest impact.

Module 3: Build strong teams 

Cultivate trust and collaboration so your team feels supported, connected, and ready to thrive.

Module 4: Facilitate with purpose 

Design meetings and projects that spark creativity, honor every voice, and actually move work forward.

Module 5: Navigate group dynamics

 Respond to challenges with empathy and skill so you can support both individuals and the whole team.

Module 6: Integrate your leadership

Reflect on your journey, identify your zone of genius, and define the legacy you want to create.

Join Leading Arts Team today!

This course is for you if…

 

  • You’re an arts educator or leader stepping into leadership without formal training

  • You want practical strategies and tools you can apply right away

  • You care about leading with authenticity, clarity, and collaboration

  • You value reflection and want to grow both as a person and a leader

  • You’re committed to creating a positive culture in your team or organization

  • You want to lead with confidence — without burning out in the process

 

This course is not for you if…

 

  • You’re looking for a quick fix or one-size-fits-all formula

  • You want someone to tell you exactly who to be as a leader

  • You see leadership as hierarchy and control rather than collaboration

  • You’re unwilling to reflect, adapt, or put learning into practice

  • You want results without doing the inner work of leadership

 

The future of arts education needs strong, collaborative leaders

Why not you?

Join us today!

6 Modules

19 video lessons, intentionally designed as a sequential and spiral curriculum 

Course Playbook

60+ pages of reflection prompts, strategies, processes and protocols for direct application

Live Calls

Your choice of Q and A, collaboration, and 1:1 coaching calls (limited number available)

Facebook Group

Weekly prompts, connection, idea sharing, and a place to ask questions and share ideas

Who are the facilitators?

Nyssa Brown

Creator and Primary Course Facilitator

Dr. Nicole R.  Robinson

Guest Expert on “Building Trust Within Teams” - Module 3, Lesson 2

Leadership in the arts isn’t about titles. It’s about…

  • Authenticity — leading with self-awareness and alignment to your values
  • Trust — cultivating relationships that can weather challenges and achieve great things
  • Vision — listening deeply and drawing out the possibilities unique to your context
  • Collaboration — recognizing that what we create together is greater than what we could do alone

When you embody these, you don’t just facilitate teams — you shape culture and influence the future.


And that’s how the arts enable individuals and communities to truly thrive.

Join us today!

Here's what people are saying...

Dr. Michael Bindon

Executive Director and Theatre Practitioner, ISTA Global Arts Learning

"This course is engaging, inspiring, and truly values-led. Each module is authentic and carefully designed for arts leaders, balancing inspiration with practical, step-by-step tools. Nyssa’s facilitation is clear, motivational, and deeply resonant with the day-to-day realities of being an arts leader. In all my years, I’ve never had guidance presented in this way, and I wish I could have taken it sooner. The Course Playbook is an invaluable resource—both a reflective journal and a practical guide I will return to often. Nyssa’s focus on authenticity and legacy has already reshaped how I think about my role, offering the kind of support I’ve always craved in my leadership journey. I recommend this course wholeheartedly."

Aileen Miracle

Supervisor of Curriculum and Innovation, Unified Arts, Olentangy Schools, Ohio, USA

"This course has been invaluable for taking time to reflect on myself as a leader—examining my leadership style, the experiences that have shaped me, and the system in which I lead. I especially valued the insights on leading meaningful meetings and fostering authentic collaboration. Nyssa is such an inspiring teacher, and I feel truly fortunate to be learning from her!"

Betty Chang

Taipei American School 

"I love how this course serves and encourages interested leaders, leaders-in-training, and veteran leaders to reflect on their identity, impact, and efficacy in this role! I am thankful for Nyssa's passionate and motivating videos, combined with guiding questions, make complex leadership concepts easy to understand and apply. If you've ever wondered about being a leader, this course will help clarify!"

Skye Sanford

Creative Arts Departmant Coordinator and MS Choir Teacher, International School of Kenya 

"It’s easy to get caught up in the daily demands of arts leadership, so having space to reflect on my core beliefs and how I present myself as a leader felt crucial for long-term growth. This course provided a valuable opportunity for self-discovery within a busy schedule, with a program design that offered both depth and practicality. The lessons encouraged meaningful exploration while the reflections and tasks stayed grounded and doable, creating a structure that truly supported authentic learning and growth.”

 

All The Tools You Need To Step Confidently Into Collaborative Leadership

 

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The differences among the tiers are in bold font.

DIY

€147

+ 21% VAT for EU/EAA customers

Toolkit

  • Full 6-module course (19 lessons)

  • Course Playbook with focused reflection and resources you’ll use for years.

  • 1 Live Q and A session with Nyssa

  • Access to the course through June 30, 2026.  (Course Playbook is yours to keep.)

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Collaboration

€187

+ 21% VAT for EU/EAA customers

Toolkit + Collaboration 

  • Full 6-module course (19 lessons)

  • Course Playbook with focused reflection and resources you’ll use for years.

  • 1 Live Q and A session with Nyssa

  • 2 Live Collaboration Calls with Nyssa

  • Access to the course through June 30, 2026.  (Course Playbook is yours to keep.)

I'm In

Personal Coaching

€397

+ 21% VAT for EU/EAA customers

Toolkit + Collaboration + 1:1 Support

  • Full 6-module course (19 lessons)

  • Course Playbook with focused reflection and resources you’ll use for years.

  • 1 Live Q and A session with Nyssa

  • 2 Live Collaboration Calls with Nyssa

  • 3 x 1:1 60-minute Coaching Calls with Nyssa (must be used before Dec 19, 2025.)

  • Access to the course through June 30, 2026.  (Course Playbook is yours to keep.)

  • Limited number of coaching calls available

I'm Ready to Lead

Frequently Asked Questions

Wait . . . I have a different question!

 We only want you to sign up for the course if it is the right fit for you!

Please share your questions via:

1) Video Ask (to the right) - you can choose text, audio, or video

2) Email [email protected]

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Well hi – I'm Nyssa Brown!

I am so grateful to all of the mentors and leaders who have been my role models.  I have had the privilege of working with some of the best leaders on the planet.  Hands down.  They are the shoulders I stand on, and I couldn't be more grateful.

And they supported me in getting formal training too - 20+ years worth.

I hope this course distills some of the most helpful leadership approaches and fuels your success - without the 20+ years of study.  (Although please take ALL the trainings you can!)

To give you a sense of my approach, please see my selected leadership experience and training below.

Warmly,

Nyssa

 

Selected Leadership experience:

  • International Arts Education Consultant with schools and teachers on 6 continents
  • AMIS (Association for Music in International Schools) Consultant in Curriculum and Instruction
  • Consultant with the International Baccalaureate on DP Music Guide
  • PK-12 Performing Arts Team Lead (Curriculum Leadership)
  • Elementary Specialist Team Lead
  • Music Education Coordinator for the State of Minnesota, USA — Perpich Center for Arts Education
  • Adjunct Faculty in Music Education at University of St. Thomas and Augsburg College, MN, USA
  • Service to professional organizations at the local, state, regional, national, and international levels

Selected leadership trainings:

  • Certified Erickson and Lanning Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction (CBCI) Trainer
  • NEASC Accreditation Training
  • Adaptive Schools Training
  • ECIS/ASL Middle Leaders Certificate
  • Cognitive Coaching (Levels I–II)
  • Responsive Classroom (Levels I–III + Leadership Workshop)
  • PLC Workshop (DeFour/Eaker)

Leadership Essentials to Start the Year Strong and Cultivate a Thriving Team

Let's Do This!

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