Flute 360

Flute 360 | Episode 311: “Beyond the Practice Room - Cultivating Community and Unique Voices with Dr. Daniel Velasco”

In today’s episode, Dr. Heidi K. Begay introduces Dr. Daniel Velasco, providing a sneak peek into his teaching style and philosophy. Daniel shares his journey from performer to educator, highlighting his commitment to cultivating unique voices and fostering a supportive, empowering flute community.

With a passion for guiding students in exploring their strengths and building their individual paths, Daniel discusses the importance of kindness, community, and balancing traditional and creative career opportunities in music.

This episode is a taste of what’s to come in Daniel’s upcoming guest session for the Flute 360 Accelerator on November 30th!

Main Points:

• Building a Musical Identity: Daniel emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between performance, teaching, and personal research to create a fulfilling career in music.
• Supportive Studio Environment: Creating a positive and encouraging environment allows students to express their unique musical voices confidently.
• Embracing Diversity in Paths: Daniel encourages students to explore not only traditional roles but also other interests, such as music therapy, business, or other double majors, to expand their opportunities.
• Networking and Community: Daniel shares his journey from a shy performer to an inclusive community leader, stressing the importance of fostering connections within the music community.
• Leading with Kindness: The importance of kindness in the music world, ensuring that every interaction builds trust and leaves a lasting, positive impact.

Call To Action: Don't miss the opportunity to join Dr. Daniel Velasco’s masterclass/mastermind on November 30th from 11 AM to 1 PM CT! Register by November 29th to gain access to this exclusive session, connect with new flute friends, explore a library of 30 videos from past live sessions, and receive direct support from Dr. Heidi K. Begay. Unlock your artistry, elevate your flute voice, and advance your career to the next level! CLICK HERE!

P.S. Are you listening to this content AFTER November 2024? If so, thanks! AND – you did NOT miss out. The replay is still available, so click here to get access to this transformative session with Drs. Heidi Begay & Daniel Velasco! Enjoy!

Guest’s Links:

• Daniel’s Website
• Daniel’s IG
• KU Flute Studio’s IG
• KU School of Music’s IG
• Yamaha Flute Artists – Daniel’s Page

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Flute 360 | Episode 310: “Pushing Past Comfort - The Teacher’s Role in Growth”

In today’s solo episode, I’m talking directly to you, the dedicated flute teacher who might sometimes wonder if you’re doing it “right” when a student resists your guidance. Teaching can feel challenging, especially when we encounter pushback. However, I want to remind you that it’s part of the growth process!

Together, we’ll dive into why this discomfort can be a powerful sign of progress, both for you and your students. I’ll share a story from my own experience working with Dr. Garrett Hope, and what it taught me about handling student resistance with understanding and purpose. As teachers, we’re asking our students to stretch beyond their comfort zones, but it’s crucial we’re doing the same for ourselves.

This episode also includes a personal invitation to join me for a Mastermind and Masterclass on November 30, 2024. We’ll address key topics like studio success, student growth, and teaching strategies that truly make an impact. If you’re looking for support and practical tools to guide your students confidently, I’d love for you to be there.

Call to Action: Ready to embrace your flute & career growth for 2024 and beyond? Reserve your spot in our upcoming Mastermind and Masterclass on November 30th from 11 AM to 1 PM CT with our guest Dr. Daniel Velasco!

Do you want to be a performer? The deadline to grab a performer seat is 11/16/24! Email me at [email protected] to let me know of your interest! Thanks!

Let’s empower each other as teachers, mentors & flutists —register at heidikaybegay.com to connect, learn, and continue the journey together!

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Flute 360 | Episode 309, Part 2: "Passing the Baton - Elevating Creativity and Financial Confidence for Artists with Dr. Iva Ugrčić"

In Part 2 of this special two-part series, Dr. Iva Ugrčić dives deep into her journey as a financial coach for musicians and creative artists, focusing on her mission to help artists overcome the “starving artist” mentality.

This episode is packed with practical advice, empowering strategies, and actionable steps to help musicians achieve financial health, cultivate abundance, and build thriving, sustainable careers. Dr. Iva also addresses a thought-provoking audience question, adding a personalized touch to her advice and reinforcing her belief that every artist deserves financial security and career satisfaction.

Main Points:

• Killing the Starving Artist Mindset: Dr. Iva discusses common financial struggles artists face and provides a new mindset shift that can turn financial scarcity into stability and growth.
• Building Financial Health for Creatives: She breaks down essential tools and strategies for artists to manage and grow their finances, covering budgeting, saving, and smart investing tailored for creatives.
• Empowering Musicians with Career Tools: From finding alternate revenue streams to fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, Dr. Iva shares specific tips that equip musicians to build well-rounded, profitable careers.
• Audience Q&A: Dr. Iva responds to an audience question, offering insights that address real-life financial concerns and guide listeners toward proactive solutions.

Guest’s Links:

• Iva’s Website
• Iva’s Flute Website
• Iva’s FB Profile
• FB Business Page for Artistic Wealth Coach
• IG Page for Artistic Wealth Coach

Call to Action: Ready to join a supportive flute community and have REAL flute friends? Want to level-up your A-Game for 2025 and play like never before? Join us on the LAST Saturday of EACH month for a mastermind and masterclass session from 11 AM to 1 PM CT! We have amazing guests, great conversations, and a time to dive into your deep playing & career questions! Join us! Click here!

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Flute 360 | Episode 308, Part 1: "Passing the Baton - Elevating Creativity and Financial Confidence for Artists with Dr. Iva Ugrčić"

In Episode 308 of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and Dr. Iva Ugrčić dive deep into the power of creativity and how trusting your natural abilities can elevate you as an artist. Dr. Ugrčić shares how we often overlook the talents that come naturally to us, and sometimes it takes a mentor or friend to point them out. This episode focuses on learning from each other, embracing collaboration, and recognizing your own strengths as a modern-day musician.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about your creative path or doubted your skills, this conversation will inspire you to rediscover the gifts you already have. Dr. Ugrčić emphasizes the importance of trusting yourself and how the right community or coach can help you unlock your potential.

Main Points:

• Trust Your Abilities: Dr. Ugrčić reminds us that often the things we’re naturally good at can go unnoticed. Sometimes it takes someone else to point out what we excel in to help us truly embrace our gifts.
• Learning Through Collaboration: Whether it’s learning from peers or gaining insight from mentors, there’s always something to gain from the people around us. Even when we don’t fully agree with their approach, their methods can open up new perspectives.
• Mentorship & Growth: The episode highlights how having the right people in your circle can push you to grow and refine your artistic voice. Mentors and collaborators help bring out the best in you, offering feedback and guidance to help you reach new heights.

Guest’s Links:

• Iva’s Website
• Iva’s Flute Website
• Iva’s FB Profile
• FB Business Page for Artistic Wealth Coach
• IG Page for Artistic Wealth Coach

Call to Action #1: Ready to elevate your creativity and embrace the strengths you already have? Press play now to uncover insights that will help you grow both personally and artistically!

Call to Action #2: Don’t miss Part 2 of this conversation with Dr. Iva Ugrčić, where we dive even deeper into creativity and finances. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!

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Flute 360 | Episode 307: "Own the Stage – Tools for Unleashing Your Musical Identity with Dr. Angela Beeching"

In Episode 307, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay is joined by the brilliant Dr. Angela Beeching, who shares invaluable insights on how musicians can claim their space and own the stage with confidence. If you’ve ever struggled with stage presence or felt disconnected from your true artistic self, this episode will empower you to step into the spotlight like never before.

Dr. Beeching provides practical tools to help you unleash your full musical identity, including an exclusive 8-minute stage presence prompt created especially for Flute 360 listeners! This is a rare treat you won’t find anywhere else. It’s the perfect tool to ground yourself before a performance and ensure you’re bringing your authentic self to the stage. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice to transform your stage presence.

Main Points:

• Unleashing Your Musical Identity: Dr. Beeching shares strategies for connecting with your true artistic voice and bringing that authenticity to your performance.
• Claiming Your Space: Learn how to overcome feelings of self-doubt and step confidently onto the stage, fully embodying your musical presence.
• Exclusive 8-Minute Stage Presence Prompt: A special gift just for Flute 360 listeners—this prompt will guide you to feel expansive, empowered, and ready to own the stage.

Guest’s Links:

• Website: AngelaBeeching.com
• Book: Beyond Talent: Creating a Successful Career in Music – Available on Amazon
• Newsletter: Sign up for Dr. Angela Beeching's weekly career tips and get access to her Musician's Pathfinder Guide via her website!

Call to Action #1:

Ready to take your stage presence to the next level? Don’t miss Dr. Beeching’s exclusive 8-minute prompt designed to help you feel grounded and confident before your next performance. Click play now and start transforming your performance experience today!

Call to Action #2:

Join the Flute 360 Accelerator Program on October 26th, 2024 from 11 AM CT to 1 PM CT! Special guest Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott will lead an in-depth session on Baroque music and career development.

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Flute 360 | Episode 306: "Rooted in Music - Growing Where You’re Planted with Dr. Matthew Allison"

In Episode 306, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay has an insightful conversation with Dr. Matthew Allison about the power of connection in music and helping students trust their interpretations. They discuss how students can thrive musically where they are planted and how lessons learned from teaching both children and adult amateurs can enrich both demographics.

Dr. Allison highlights the importance of cross-pollinating teaching ideas and helping students bloom, no matter where they are in their journey. This episode touches on unique teaching methods and offers valuable insights into how music educators can foster deeper connections with their students.

Main Points:

• Trusting Musical Interpretation: Dr. Allison shares tips on helping students trust their own interpretations of music, moving beyond the notes on the page.
• Growing Where You’re Planted: How musicians, especially students, can thrive and bloom where they are, even in smaller or less traditional music communities.
• Lessons Across Demographics: Dr. Allison discusses the value of cross-pollinating teaching techniques from young students to adult amateurs, helping both groups grow.

Guest’s Links:

• Dr. Matthew Allison's Website
• Facebook Group: Solo of the Month

Call to Action #1:

• Join the Flute 360 Accelerator Program happening on October 26th, 2024! Special guest Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott will lead an in-depth session on Baroque music and career development. The live session will be from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT.
• Register Here!

Call to Action #2:

• Join Dr. Matthew Allison’s ‘Solo of the Month’ sessions! This program is perfect for adult amateurs preparing for the National Flute Association competition or just looking to connect with a community. Monthly masterclasses focus on repertoire and provide valuable feedback. Open to all ages and levels.
• Join the Facebook Group!

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Flute 360 | Episode 305: "Note to Self - Unlocking Student Success & Connection with Adrian Gordon"

In Episode 305, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay chats with Adrian Gordon, a violinist, music educator, and author of Note to Self. Together, they explore how educators can foster deeper connections with their students by humanizing the teacher-student relationship. Adrian shares unique strategies, like starting class with dad jokes to break the ice, that help students feel more comfortable and ready to engage.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of meeting students where they are, showing empathy, and creating a space where students feel supported, seen, and heard. If you're an educator or musician, this episode offers valuable insights to strengthen the bonds between teacher and student, and enhance learning environments.

Main Points:

• Building strong connections: Adrian explains the importance of bridging the gap between teachers and students by coming to their level and creating a welcoming environment.
• Humanizing the classroom: Learn how something as simple as a dad joke can help disarm students and get them ready for a productive rehearsal.
• Practical strategies: Adrian shares ways to personalize the classroom experience, such as stepping off the podium to join students and creating community events to build camaraderie.

 Guest’s Links:

• Adrian Gordon's Website
• Adrian Gordon on Amazon: Purchase Note to Self here

Call to Action #1:

• Register now for the Flute 360 Accelerator Program happening on October 26th, 2024! Special guest Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott will lead a deep dive into Baroque music and career advice! The live session is scheduled for Saturday, 10/26/24 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT.
• Register Here – click me!

Call to Action #2:

• Grab your copy of Note to Self by Adrian Gordon on Amazon!
• Purchase Here!

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Flute 360 | Episode 304: “Killing the Starving Artist Mentality - SEO Strategies for the Modern Flutist with Dr. Tonya Lawson”

In Episode 304, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay chats with Dr. Tonya Lawson about breaking free from the "starving artist" mentality through strategic use of SEO (Search Engine Optimization). Tonya shares her journey from academia to becoming a multi-passionate entrepreneur, explaining how she built income streams through SEO, and how musicians can implement these strategies to grow their online presence. Whether you’re a musician looking to boost your website’s visibility or a creative wanting to monetize your work, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you thrive in today’s digital world.

Main Points:

• Breaking the Starving Artist Mentality: Dr. Lawson explains how musicians can create multiple income streams by leveraging SEO and building a strong online presence.
• SEO Basics for Musicians: Learn what SEO is and why it’s essential for musicians and creatives looking to thrive in today’s digital landscape.
• Actionable SEO Tips: Dr. Lawson shares simple, effective tips that musicians can start implementing right away to optimize their websites for search engines and attract their ideal audience.

Guest’s Links:

• Dr. Tonya Lawson's Website
• Dr. Tonya Lawson's SEO Membership – please let her know that Heidi sent you!
• Dr. Tonya Lawson's YouTube
• Dr. Tonya Lawson’s LinkedIn

Call to Action #1:

• Register now for the Flute 360 Accelerator Program happening on October 26th, 2024! Special guest Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott will lead a deep dive into Baroque music and career advice! The live session is scheduled for 10/26/24 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT.
• Register Here – click me!

Call to Action #2:

• Join Dr. Tonya Lawson's SEO Membership! Get expert guidance on how to grow your online presence and optimize your website for search engines. Learn the latest SEO techniques to help your business thrive!
• Sign up for the membership here!

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Flute 360 | Episode 303: “Restart, Rebuild & Reclaim – Flourishing as a Musician Against the Odds with Dr. Sarah Weisbrod”

In Episode 303, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sits down with Dr. Sarah Weisbrod to discuss her remarkable journey of overcoming personal challenges and thriving as a musician and entrepreneur. Sarah shares her experiences of living with rheumatoid arthritis, balancing a career in software development, and returning to her musical roots to build a successful flute studio. This episode dives into resilience, the power of storytelling, and how to embrace life's unexpected pivots while pursuing artistic and professional goals.

Main Points:

• Overcoming Personal Challenges: Dr. Sarah Weisbrod talks about her struggle with rheumatoid arthritis and how it impacted her flute career, leading to a period of reflection and growth.
• Transition from Software to Music: Sarah shares how her analytical background in software development helped her create a unique approach to teaching flute, blending technical skills with musical artistry.
• Finding Balance: Sarah’s story illustrates the importance of pivoting in life and career, making the most of the skills you have, and staying flexible in the face of challenges.

Guest’s Links:

• Sarah’s Website
• Sarah’s IG
• Sarah’s FB
• Register for Sarah's Course Here! Use the code FLUTE360!

Call to Action:

• Call to Action #1:
  • Register now for the Flute 360 Accelerator Program happening on October 26th, 2024! Special guest Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott will be diving deep into Baroque music.
  • Register within the next two weeks to be one of the performers. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to get expert feedback and take your Baroque performance to the next level!
  • The live session is scheduled for 10/26/24 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT.
  • Links to register are below for all three tiers!
    • Tier 1 – click here!
    • Tier 2 – click here!
    • Tier 3 – click here!
• Call to Action #2:
  • Register to Sarah's class here! Did you ever want a clear strategy plan when it came to your practicing sessions? Are you all over the place and don't have a practice routine in place? Sarah has got you covered! Register for her class today!

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Flute 360 | Episode 302: "Just Drink the Pickle Juice!"

In Episode 302, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay shares a personal and powerful lesson about embracing temporary discomfort for long-term benefits. Using her own experience with muscle cramps and the surprising remedy of pickle juice, she draws an analogy to overcoming challenges in flute playing and career development. Whether it’s tackling difficult repertoire or advancing your flute business, Dr. Heidi encourages listeners to face short-term discomfort head-on, knowing it will propel them towards long-term success.

Main Points:

• Facing Temporary Discomfort for Long-Term Growth: Dr. Heidi recounts her struggle with muscle cramps and how drinking pickle juice, despite her aversion, was the key to overcoming them. She relates this to how avoiding difficult tasks in flute practice or career-building can hold you back.
• Pickle Juice as an Analogy: Just like the quick discomfort of drinking pickle juice, stepping outside of your comfort zone, whether in flute playing or business, is temporary but leads to major growth.
• Avoiding Short-Term Pain Leads to Long-Term Stagnation: Are you avoiding the "pickle juice" in your life? Whether it's practicing double-tonguing exercises or learning new business skills, confronting temporary challenges leads to long-term rewards.
• Small Efforts Lead to Big Results: Sometimes, the task you’re avoiding is much smaller and more manageable than you think. Just as Dr. Heidi learned that only a tablespoon of pickle juice was necessary, the efforts required to make significant progress may not be as overwhelming as they seem.

Call to Action:

• Register Now for the Flute 360 Accelerator Program happening on October 26th, 2024! Special guest Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott will be diving deep into Baroque music. Perfect for anyone working on Telemann Fantasies, Quantz Concerti, Bach Sonatas, ornamentation, and more!
• Register within the next two weeks to be one of the performers. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to get expert feedback and take your Baroque performance to the next level!
• The live session is scheduled for 10/26/24 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT.
• Links to register are below for all three tiers! The deadline is Friday, 10/19/24!
  • Tier 1 – click here!
  • Tier 2 – click here!
  • Tier 3 – click here!

Resources:

• Michigan Medical Podcast – Read Here about the Benefits of Pickle Juice & Muscle Cramps
• Dr. Dennette McDermott’s Episode 14
• Dr. Dennette McDermott’s Episode 246
• Texas Flute Society
• National Flute Association
• The Flutist’s Détaché Book by Robert Stallman
• Practice Book for the Flute, Book 3: Articulation by Trevor Wye
• Flute Fundamentals by Mary Karen Clardy

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