Flute 360 | Episode 14: "A Q&A with Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott" (18:20)

In today's episode, Dr. McDermott and Heidi answer questions submitted by Flute 360's listeners. Topics vary and include: graduate studies in music, performance anxiety, and flute pedagogy for beginners. Please feel free to submit your own question to the show, and Flute 360 will answer in a future episode!

Episode 14 – Main Points:

• Question 1: Preparation for graduate school (1:42)
  • To take a break or not to take a break – that is the question!

• Question 2: Performance anxiety and some tips to overcome (5:10)
  • Yoga
  • Exercise
  • It's a privilege to perform the composer's piece.
  • Play at senior centers or church to build confidence.
  • Ervin Monroe's advice – Dr. McDermott's past teacher.

• Question 3: Flute pedagogy for flute beginners (12:28)
  • "Body Mapping for Flutists" by Dr. Lea Pearson
  • Instill a love for music and keep it fun!

Episode 14 – Resources Mentioned:

• "A Soprano on Her Head" by Eloise Ristad
• "Body Mapping for Flutists" by Dr. Lea Pearson
• McDermott's Biography
• Northwestern State University of Louisiana's Music Department
• Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Heidi Kay Begay's E-mail: [email protected]
• J&K Productions' Website

Flute 360's Sponsor:

• J&K Productions' Website