Flute 360 | Episode 100: “Building Your C.V. Through International Experiences with Dr. Heidi Kay Begay” (18:36)

In today’s episode, Heidi shares her European music experiences from September 2019 – January 2020. Heidi was able to perform, teach, and present throughout Greece, Romania, and Bulgaria to various institutions. During this time, Heidi learned a lot of lessons that she wants to share with you! Lessons such as building your global visibility, broadening your network, creating your music portfolio, among others! Listen to hear all the details!

Episode 100 – Main Points:

• 0:30 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:21 – Welcome!
• 1:30 – Celebrating Episode 100 with the Flute 360 Podcast family!
• 3:08 – Reference to Episodes 98 and 99.
• 3:34 – Dr. Nevart Galileas & Demarre McGill, flutists
• 3:46 – Today’s Topic!
• 3:52 – Follow me via Social Media for podcast updates!
• 4:52 – Build your C.V. through national events, too!
• 5:08 – Bulgarian Traditional Tea
• 5:21 – Question: Why should I even consider adding international experiences to my curriculum vitae?
• 5:29 – Answer
• 6:48 – Question: Where do I start and how do I go about such an endeavor?
• 7:03 – Answer
• 7:13 – International Music Festivals & Competitions
• 7:33 – Important information – listen here!
• 8:11 – Orfeo Music Festival (Italy) & ACT Music Festival (Greece)
• 9:36 – Question: How to schedule your music tour?
• 9:40 – Answer
• 9:58 – Non-Schengen Countries: Romania & Bulgaria
• 10:10 – Mark Sparks, flutist
• 10:26 – Simona Donova, flutist
• 10:34 – Emma Shubin, flutist
• 10:38 – Danielle Nutting, flutist
• 10:50 – Contact conservatories, colleges, and music academies yourself!
• 11:30 – Dr. Iva Lubomirova & Dejan Gavric, flutists
• 12:27 – Consider your finances & schedule!
• 12:44 – Find a remote job through Upwork!
• 13:17 – Use a credit card that does not charge foreign transaction fees.
• 13:26 – Use a borderless account, such as Wise!
• 13:53 – Question: How to create your international music schedule?
• 13:56 – Answer
• 14:15 – Showcase that you are the full package! Make sure your schedule has various events where you perform, teach, and present your creative work.
• 14:43 – Message me if you’d like help!
• 14:55 – Video record your music events to build your online portfolio.
• 15:29 – Recommended Supplies & Apps: iPad, Tiny Scanner App, microphone stand, AirTurn Pedal, AirTurn iPad holder, forScore App, IMSLP App, NKODA App, Moovit App, Omio, and Google Translate App!
• 16:22 – Emotional Preparation
• 16:47 – Help your mind, body, and spirit.
• 16:57 – Daily devotionals through reading the Bible.
• 17:27 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Episode 100 – Resources:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay’s Website
• Contact Heidi if you have a topic suggestion, have a question, or would like to schedule flute lessons!

Episode 100 – Sponsors:

• Gold & Bronze Level: J&K Productions