Flute 360 | Episode 70: “Lessons from Romania” (54:21)

In today’s episode, Heidi talks with Dr. Martin Godoy and Dr. Aileen Razey on their insights, strategies, and lessons learned through the Cluj International Music Competition (2019) in Romania. Topics vary from awareness, meditation, health, musicianship, and much more! Listen to today’s episode to hear all the details!

Episode 70 – Main Points:

• 0:24 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:20 – Welcome!
• 1:26 – Rate, Review & Subscribe in iTunes, please!
• 3:21 – Martin talks about the second round requirements for flute.
• 4:20 – Bozza’s Image for Solo Flute
• 5:05 – Aileen talks about repertoire and “living” with a piece.
• 6:36 – Karg-Elert’s Sonata Appassionata for Solo Flute, Op. 140
• 7:29 – Hindemith’s Act Stücke for Solo Flute (1927)
• 9:17 – Clarinet’s second round competition requirements.
• 9:49 – Aileen’s strategy.
• 10:50 – Be ready for last-minute changes!
• 11:39 – Martin comments on the jury’s changes with Telemann’s Fantasias.
• 13:20 – Aileen comments.
• 13:53 – Amy Porter, Episode 45
• 14:34 – Emotional aspect of performances.
• 16:05 – Aileen talks about what she does on performance day.
• 17:0 – Go for a run!
• 17:23 – Martin’s performance day strategy.
• 21:52 – Be aware of your physical body on performance day.
• 22:23 – Five-minute stretch via YouTube.
• 22:30 – The Headspace App: Meditation
• 23:17 – Aileen asks a question to the panel!
• 23:43 – Martin’s answer: Fake it till you make it, stand-up tall, notice the space, take a long bow, breathe, and be aware of time.
• 27:53 – Meditation apps can help you to stay present.
• 28:53 – Aileen talks about the moments before walking out onto the stage.
• 29:57 – Visualization Techniques
• 30:17 – Anxiety and how it affects the breath.
• 32:06 – Getting feedback from the judges.
• 33:11 – Judges from different nationalities.
• 34:22 – Aileen’s experience with the clarinet masterclasses.
• 35:38 – Martin’s experience with the flute masterclasses.
• 25:50 – Seiya Ueno, flutist
• 37:12 – Mozart’s Rondo in D Major, K. Anh. 184
• 39:14 – Aileen comments on requirements for the clarinet’s competition.
• 42:09 – Final Thoughts
• 42:21 – Martin shares his thoughts on growth and being courageous.
• 45:03 – Aileen: “The jury members want you to succeed and they are invested in you.”
• 48:29 – Martin: “Life isn’t peaches and cream.”
• 50:08 – Aileen: Remind yourself “why” you are playing and competing.
• 51:08 – Martin: Please be humble after your performance.
• 53:06 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Episode 70 – Resources Mentioned:

• Martin Godoy
• Dr. Aileen Razey
• "How to Visualize Success & Achieve Your Goals: An A-to-Z Guide" by Matthew Murphy
• Bozza’s Image for Solo Flute
• Karg-Elert’s Sonata Appassionata for Solo Flute, Op. 140
• Hindemith’s Act Stücke for Solo Flute (1927)
• Amy Porter, Episode 45
• Go for a run!
• Five-minute stretch via YouTube
• The Headspace App: Meditation
• Visualization Techniques
• Seiya Ueno, flutist
• Mozart’s Rondo in D Major, K. Anh. 184
• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay’s Website

Episode 70 – Sponsors:

• Gold/Bronze: J&K Productions’ Website
• Silver: Contact Heidi for details!