Flute 360

Flute 360 | Episode 118: "What to Expect from a KinderFlute Teacher Training Class, Part 1" (32:59)

In today's episode, Heidi talks with Kathy Blocki and Molly Shortridge about the KinderFlute Teacher Training Class. Molly and Kathy share a wealth of information regarding KinderFlute and how to inspire students (of all ages) to learn through game-based activities! Today's discussion is continued in Episode 119 (Part 2), which will air on Saturday, June 27, 2020!

Episode 118 – Main Points:

• 0:29 – Gold Sponsor: Blocki Flute Method
• 1:12 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 1:33 – Running & Gardening
• 2:42 – Episodes 43, 90 and 91
• 3:02 – Episode 90: An Interview with Kathy Blocki, Creator of KinderFlute
• 3:15 – Today's Topic!
• 3:39 – Heidi: Molly, please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background!
• 3:48 – Molly's Answer
• 3:56 – Music Therapy
• 4:37 – Molly's Music Studio
• 5:33 – Heidi: Kathy, please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background!
• 5:46 – Kathy's Answer
• 5:52 – Bernard Goldberg & Marcel Moyse, flutists
• 6:01 – Repertoire: 24 Little Melodic Studies with Variations by Marcel Moyse
• 6:17 – Samuel Baron, flutist
• 6:29 – James Pellerite, flutist
• 6:50 – Orchestras: Fort Wayne Philharmonic & American Wind Symphony Orchestra
• 7:29 – Episode 90: An Interview with Kathy Blocki, Creator of KinderFlute
• 7:43 – Question: As a quick Episode 90 summary, what is KinderFlute?
• 7:48 – Kathy's Answer
• 8:40 – Kathy's research on brain development.
• 9:15 – Book: "Spark" by Dr. Ratey
• 9:40 – Miracle Grow!
• 9:58 – Teaching students who have learning disabilities.
• 10:43 – Kathy passes the baton over to Molly.
• 10:55 – Molly's Answer
• 11:09 – Blocki Flute Method Books!
• 11:30 – Incorporating games within the learning process.
• 11:57 – Question: Any other comments about KinderFlute that you'd like to share before we talk about the teacher training class?
• 12:06 – Molly's Answer
• 12:10 – Student flute with curved headjoint.
• 12:26 – Kathy's Answer
• 12:35 – Kathy Blocki's New Book: Flute Zoo
• 13:05 – Heidi Comments
• 13:25 – Molly is the artist for the "Flute Zoo" book!
• 14:31 – "We are trying to instill into the teachers that they are lifelong learners, and the children are lifelong learners, too!" – Kathy Blocki
• 14:47 – Walfrid Kujala, flutist
• 14:48 – The National Flute Association
• 15:10 – Flute Embouchure
• 15:44 – Paul Edmund-Davies, flutist
• 17:10 – Chicago Symphony Orchestra
• 18:28 – Question: When did you design and offer the KinderFlute Teacher Training Class?
• 18:38 – Kathy's Answer
• 20:40 – Dalcroze
• 21:27 – Question: When did you attend the class, Molly?
• 21:30 – Molly's Answer
• 22:54 – Question: What are the differences between the Blocki Method and the Suzuki Method?
• 23:08 – Kathy's Answer
• 23:13 – Suzuki Flute Method
• 24:37 – Pneumo Pro
• 24:50 – Winnie the Pooh!
• 28:17 – Kathy comments on why she brought Molly back to the class a second time.
• 29:02 – Molly Comments
• 30:37 – Kathy encourages teachers to learn from their students!
• 31:21 – Today's discussion is continued in Episode 119, Part 2, which will air 06/27/20!
• 31:46 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Episode 118 – Resources Mentioned:

• Registration Link for the KinderFlute Teacher Training Class!
• Molly's Bio
• Kathy's Bio
• Blocki Flute's Website
• Book: "Spark" by Dr. Ratey
• Flute 360 Podcast Episode 43: "Kathy Blocki, Inventor of the Pneumo Pro!"
• Flute 360 Podcast Episode 90: "An Interview with Kathy Blocki, Creator of KinderFlute!"
• Flute 360 Podcast Episode 91: "Flute & Movement – A Group Discussion!"
• Carolyn Nussbaum Music Company - Pneumo Pro
• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website

Episode 118 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: Blocki Flute Method
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 117: "Military Musicians with Senior Airman Claire Workinger" (52:13)

In today's episode, Heidi talks with Claire Workinger about her time being a Military Oboist in the U.S. Air Force Band. She goes into detail about the audition process, her experience with basic training, and advises those who are considering this career path. This series runs through the entire month of May 2020 and we hope that it is beneficial for you and, or your students.

Episode 117 – Main Points:

• 1:06 – Contact: J&K Productions & Flute 360 Podcast
• 2:33 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 2:52 – Reference to Episodes 113, 114, 115, and 116
• 3:44 – Podcasts for Oboists
• 4:21 – Heidi: Please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background!
• 4:26 – Claire's Answer
• 4:32 – University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA
• 5:00 – Marine Corps, USA
• 7:19 – Explore your musical career options!
• 9:19 – Band of Mid-America and Midwest Wind Quintet
• 10:31 – Question: What inspired you to audition for the U.S. Marine Corps Band & the U.S. Air Force Band?
• 10:40 – Claire's Answer
• 13:51 – American University, Washington D.C., USA
• 14:15 – In the marching band, Claire played the flute & piccolo!
• 16:02 – Question: What was the audition process like and was a recruiter present?
• 16:15 – Claire's Answer
• 16:18 – Marine Corps Boot Camp
• 16:27 – Air Force's Basic Military Training (BMT) is typically 8.5 weeks long.
• 17:06 – Errata: AF units at BMT are called flights (not wings).
• 17:40 – Air Force MTI
• 20:05 – U.S. Navy's Boot Camp
• 21:40 – Musical Chairs' Website
• 21:59 – Question: What was your experience like in boot camp? What were the highs and lows?
• 22:20 – Claire's Answer
• 22:31 – "Hurry Up and Wait." – Military Quote
• 26:19 – Allison Wollam, flutist (E113)
• 27:27 – Parris Island, South Carolina, USA
• 29:07 – "How To Run On Sand" – YouTube Video
• 31:50 – Challah Bread & Grape Juice
• 33:17 – Question: What does your current schedule look like as a military band member in the U.S. Air Force?
• 33:23 – Claire's Answer
• 38:10 – Air Force Social Media
• 38:55 – Band Directors through the U.S. Air Force Bands
• 40:18 – Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, USA
• 43:30 – International Relations: South Korea, Norway, Finland
• 45:48 – Question: What advice would you give to a musician who's interested in this career path?
• 46:08 – Claire's Answer
• 46:13 – "Take every opportunity that you can to play with other people!" – Claire
• 47:54 – Conclusion!
• 48:04 – Reference to Series 24 (E113-116)
• 48:34 – PICKS!
• 50:36 – Reference to Episode 116 with Sonia Dell'Omo!
• 51:00 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

Claire:

• Alexander Technique – Missy Vineyard's Book

Episode 117 – Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Double Reed Dish Podcast
• Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, USA
• Flute 360's Series 24, Episodes 113, 114, 115, and 116!
• Alexander Technique – Missy Vineyard's Book

Episode 117 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 116: "Military Flutists with Staff Sergeant Sonia Dell'Omo" (48:04)

In today's episode, Heidi talks with Sonia Dell'Omo about her time being a Military Flutist in the U.S. Army Band. She goes into detail about the audition process, her experience with basic training, and advises those who are considering this career path. This series runs through the entire month of May 2020 and we hope that it is beneficial for you and, or your students.

Episode 116 – Main Points:

• 0:50 – Contact: J&K Productions & Flute 360 for consultation work!
• 2:14 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 3:44 – Texas Flute Society
• 4:32 – Larry Bailey, flutist
• 4:33 – Dr. Ellen Kaner, flutist (E54)
• 4:47 – Heidi: Please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background!
• 4:54 – Sonia's Answer
• 7:16 – Professor Terri Sundberg, flutist
• 8:20 – The University of North Texas, Denton, TX, USA
• 8:54 – Master's of Music Degree Program at UNT
• 10:45 – "[To prepare for an audition], I had to be efficient and use every minute that was available to me." – Sonia
• 11:48 – Teacher Appreciation
• 14:19 – Question: What inspired you to enroll as a flutist in the Pershing's Own, U.S. Army Band?
• 14:33 – Sonia's Answer
• 14:36 – Air Force, USA
• 16:08 – Piccolo!
• 17:00 – Washington D.C., USA
• 20:26 – Use your resources and the people in your life to get your questions answered!
• 21:26 – Basic Combat Training through the Army
• 22:01 – Sonia's big takeaway about basic training.
• 23:31 – Question: Did you feel lonely during that season of your life?
• 23:38 – Sonia's Answer
• 25:36 – Step outside of your comfort zone to get ahead in your career!
• 26:51 – Heidi asks a question – listen here!
• 27:03 – Sonia's Answer
• 29:40 – Question: Putting aside the current quarantine, what does your schedule typically look like as an Army flutist?
• 29:46 – Sonia's Answer
• 31:10 – The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
• 32:05 – The Blues, USA Army Jazz Band
• 33:37 – Arlington National Ceremony
• 33:57 – Question: For a musician who is considering this career path, what advice do you have for him or her?
• 34:09 – Sonia's Answer
• 34:23 – To prepare for your next audition, record yourself, and be super honest about your playing.
• 36:22 – Jennifer M. Gunn (Piccolo) and David Cooper (French Horn)
• 38:40 – Question: Any last sentiments that you'd like to share with the listeners?
• 38:55 – Sonia's Answer
• 42:27 – Series 24 Reference
• 42:38 – PICKS!
• 46:20 – Conclusion
• 48:00 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

Sonia:

• Book: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
• Book: Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng
• My Dog, Piper!

Heidi:

• Small PDF Website

Episode 116 – Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Dr. Ellen Kaner's Flute 360 Episode 54: Tips for Doublers!
• Series 24: Episode 113, 114, 115, 116, and 117!

Episode 116 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 115: "Military Flutists with Staff Sergeant Brittany Primavera" (47:33)

In today's episode, Heidi talks with Brittany Primavera about her time being a Military Flutist in the U.S. Army Band. She goes into detail about the audition process, her experience with basic training, and advises those who are considering this career path. This series runs through the entire month of May 2020 and we hope that it is beneficial for you and, or your students!

Episode 115 – Main Points:

• 0:37 – Contact: J&K Productions & Flute 360 for consultation work!
• 2:03 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 3:28 – Heidi: Please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background!
• 3:35 – Brittany's Answer
• 3:42 – The University of North Texas with Dr. Mary Karen Clardy
• 6:40 – Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
• 7:18 – Sneak Peek into Episode 117 with Claire Workinger!
• 8:01 – Wayland Baptist University
• 8:09 – Lubbock Christian University
• 8:18 – Tumbleweeds!
• 8:40 – Fife and Drum Corps
• 9:23 – The U.S. Army's Pershing's Own Band
• 9:33 – Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra
• 9:45 – Capital Wind Symphony
• 10:07 – Mid-Atlantic Flute Convention
• 10:19 – Rachel Minto, flutist
• 11:33 – Texas Flute Society
• 12:04 – Question: What inspired you to take the audition?
• 12:18 – Brittany's Answer
• 12:32 – The HellCats, West Point Band
• 13:47 – Fife and Drum Corps
• 14:20 – Sneak Peek into Episode 116 with Sonia Dell'Omo!
• 16:04 – "It's fun learning a new skill!" – Brittany
• 18:22 – Question: What lessons did you learn in the military that have strengthened your musical skills, if any?
• 19:20 – Brittany's Answer
• 20:36 – Question: Can you please share with us what your basic training experience was like?
• 20:42 – Brittany's Answer
• 20:51 – Fort Leonard, Missouri: Fort Lost in the Woods
• 22:18 – "Hunt the good stuff!" – U.S.A. Army
• 23:58 – Reference to Episode 113 with Allion Wollam
• 24:36 – Netflix: The Unbreakable with Kimmy Schmidt
• 26:19 – Question: After basic training, most musicians attend a 10-week course through the Army School of Music for Advanced Individual Training (or AIT). Were you required to enroll in this course?
• 27:08 – Brittany's Answer
• 28:05 – Allison Wollam, flutist (E113)
• 31:21 – Carol Wincenc, flutist (E9)
• 35:58 – Question: For a musician who is considering this career path, what advice do you have for him or her?
• 36:15 – Brittany's Answer
• 39:17 – Sharon Sparrow's Book: "Six Weeks to Finals..."
• 40:00 – Rhythmic Integrity
• 40:28 – Question: Any last sentiments that you'd like to share with the listeners?
• 40:38 – Brittany's Answer
• 42:55 – PICKS!
• 45:46 – Conclusion
• 46:19 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

Brittany:

• Baking Sourdough
• Harry Potter Series

Heidi:

• Hermione Granger

Episode 115 – Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• "Battle Cry of Freedom" Album Performed by Brittany Primavera & Mark Beecher
• Episode 113 with Allison Wollam!
• Episode 114 with Angela McCuiston!

Episode 115 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 114: "Military Flutists with Sergeant Angela McCuiston" (49:26)

In today's episode, Heidi talks with Sergeant Angela McCuiston about her time being a Military Flutist in the U.S. Army Reserve Band. She goes into detail about the audition process, her experience with basic training, and advises those who are considering this career path. This series runs through the entire month of May 2020 and we hope that it is beneficial for you and, or your students.

Episode 114 – Main Points:

• 0:25 – Contact: J&K Productions & Flute 360 for consultation work!
• 1:54 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 2:27 – Angela is remodeling her home studio!
• 4:08 – Air Filters & Light Bulbs
• 5:04 – Please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background!
• 5:10 – Angela's Background
• 5:19 – Tennessee Tech University – Music School
• 5:27 – Boone, North Carolina, USA
• 6:01 – Sinfonia Gulf Coast, Destin, Florida, USA
• 6:11 – 129th Band in Nashville (Guard) to the 313th Army Band, Huntsville, AL (Reserves)
• 6:30 – Destin, FL & Panama City, FL
• 6:44 – Panama City Pops Orchestra
• 7:11 – Matthew Morrison from Glee
• 7:21 – Looney Tunes
• 7:32 – Question: What inspired you to enlist as a U.S. Army Band flutist?
• 7:38 – Angela's Answer
• 7:49 – Air Force Bands
• 8:33 – Angela's Audition Experience
• 10:09 – "I am an entrepreneur at heart, so the Reserves fit well for me!" – Angela
• 10:44 – Heidi Comments
• 11:37 – "You need to go to that next event, and performance super prepared. You never know who will be there, listening to you, and possibly giving you an opportunity that will blow your mind!" – Heidi
• 12:05 – Sofia, Bulgaria – Listen to Flute 360's Series 23 (E109-112) and Series 21 (E98-100)!
• 13:00 – Angela talks about the traditional audition process through the Army Bands.
• 13:50 – General's March, Stars & Stripes Forever (piccolo)
• 14:02 – Quickly Prepared Music: 24-hour notice
• 15:05 – Question: When did you talk with an Army Recruiter?
• 15:16 – Angela's Answer
• 15:31 – Army Band Liaison
• 18:08 – Army's MEPS
• 18:47 – Candy: M&M's
• 20:20 – Heidi asks a question – listen here!
• 20:40 – Angela's Answer
• 21:15 – Angela's family background is in the military, too!
• 22:00 – Heidi Comments
• 23:28 – "I can either dread [basic training] or look forward to this; I chose the latter!" – Angela
• 23:44 – Question: Please share with the listeners your experience with basic training.
• 23:50 – Angela's Answer
• 24:30 – Exercises: Push-Ups
• 25:10 – Angela continues her answer.
• 25:40 – Sport: Fencing
• 28:18 – Topic: Mind Over Matter
• 28:52 – "When I left basic training, I learned that I am capable of way more than I ever thought I was!" – Angela
• 29:10 – Angela's Books
• 29:30 – Question: Can you talk about AIT, please?
• 29:42 – Angela's Answer
• 30:07 – OJT: On the Job Training
• 32:17 – Question: What does your schedule entail as a part-time military flutist in the U.S. Army Reserve Band?
• 32:24 – Angela's Answer
• 35:10 – Mardi Gras in New Orleans, LA
• 35:40 – Question: What have been your top three memorable experiences as a U.S. Army Band flutist?
• 35:50 – Angela's Answer
• 36:46 – Washington & Alaska
• 38:03 – Question: What advice would you give to someone interested in this career path?
• 38:08 – Angela's Answer
• 39:53 – Episode 113: Interview with Allison Wollam
• 43:30 – PICKS!
• 45:38 – Angela's Last Comments
• 48:15 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

Angela:

• Sushi
• Virgin Hot Toddy

Heidi:

• Raw & Unfiltered Local Honey

Episode 114 – Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Angela's Website
• Angela's Bio
• Angela's Books!
• Contact Angela – Here!
• Episode 113: Interview with Allison Wollam

Episode 114 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 113: "Military Flutists with Specialist Allison Wollam" (51:07)

In today's episode, Heidi talks with SPC Allison Wollam about her career as an Active Military Flutist in the U.S. Army Band. She goes into detail about the audition process, her experience with boot camp, and advises those who are considering this career path. This series runs through the entire month of May 2020 and we hope that it is beneficial for you and, or your students.

Episode 113 – Main Points:

• 0:45 – Contact: J&K Productions & Flute 360 for consultation work!
• 1:45 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 2:43 – Texas Flute Society
• 3:02 – The University of North Texas
• 3:46 – LavAzza Espresso
• 3:58 – Heidi: Please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background!
• 4:02 – Allison's Answer
• 4:12 – Trudy Kane, flutist
• 4:15 – Dr. Mary Karen Clardy, flutist
• 5:08 – Question: What inspired you to enroll as a flutist in the U.S. Army Band?
• 5:15 – Allison's Answer
• 7:29 – Question: What was the audition process like?
• 7:33 – Allison's Answer
• 8:06 – Repertoire: Chaminade's Concertino for Flute & Piano, Op. 107
• 9:51 – SFC Daniel McBride
• 10:19 – Brittany Primavera, flutist
• 15:09 – Question: Anything else about the audition process that you'd like to mention?
• 15:13 – Allison's Answer
• 16:56 – Question: Did you have a sight-reading portion at your live audition?
• 17:16 – Allison's Answer
• 19:07 – Question: Can you please share with us your boot camp experience?
• 19:15 – Allison's Answer
• 20:33 – Length of boot camp is usually no more than 10-weeks and is found in three stages: Red, White & Blue!
• 27:22 – Question: After boot camp, all musicians attend a 10-week course through the Army School of Music for Advanced Individual Training (or AIT). What does this course entail?

• 27:28 – Allison's Answer
• 34:04 – Body Mapping with Dr. Lea Pearson
• 34:28 – Question: Putting aside the current quarantine, what does your schedule typically look like as an Army flutist?
• 34:35 – Allison's Answer
• 37:54 – Question: For a musician who is considering this career path, what advice do you have for him or her?
• 38:08 – Allison's Answer
• 40:00 – Question: What resources would you recommend to prepare someone mentally for this career?
• 40:24 – Allison's Answer
• 41:22 – Comments from SFC Daniel Alexander McBride
• 42:00 – Website: US Army Bands
• 42:07 – Army Band Incentives
• 46:04 – Question: Any last sentiments that you'd like to share with the listeners?
• 46:16 – Allison's Answer
• 48:28 – PICKS!
• 50:40 – Conclusion!
• 52:26 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

Allison:

• "Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind And Defy The Odds" by David Goggins
• 77th Army Band

Heidi:

• Etsy

Episode 113 – Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• See Show Note Links Above

Episode 113 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 112: "Musical Insights from Heidi's European Residency, Pt. 4" (7:26)

In today's episode, Heidi talks about the musical insights she gained from her four-month European residency. A lot of musical growth happened, and she would like to share those insights with you to help you play with more freedom, joy, and confidence!

Episode 112 – Main Points:

• 0:26 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:20 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 1:32 – Series 24: Episodes 109 – 112
• 1:43 – Tampere Flute Festival, Flute 360's Series 22 (Episodes 101-107)
• 2:18 – Today's Topic Introduced
• 2:33 – My European experience helped me to play with more confidence and less performance anxiety.
• 2:47 – Archaeological Museum in Thessaloniki, Greece
• 3:43 – Lost/Stolen Passport? Check here!
• 4:00 – Practice being present.
• 4:34 – You have a choice!
• 4:54 – Takeaway: Focus on the task at hand, not the result.
• 5:36 – Add yoga and meditation to your daily regimen to practice being in the moment.
• 7:36 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

• Dr. Michael Youssef's Leading the Way Podcast
  • Series: "What Does Jesus Think?" (7 Parts)
• Health Resources
  • "Eat to Live" by Dr. Joel Fuhrman
  • "Your Body in Balance" by Dr. Neal Barnard

Episode 112 – Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Archaeological Museum in Thessaloniki, Greece
• Travel.State.Gov
• Headspace App
• Yoga with Adriene & Benji
• Episode 101
• Episode 109

Episode 112 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 111: "Musical Insights from Heidi's European Residency, Pt. 3" (6:46)

In today's episode, Heidi talks about the musical insights she gained from her four-month European residency. A lot of musical growth happened, and she would like to share those insights with you to help you play with more freedom, joy, and confidence!

Episode 111 – Main Points:

• 0:30 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:21 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 1:28 – Flute 360's Episodes 109 & 110 – listen here!
• 2:12 – Would you like to play with more musicality?
• 2:36 – E109: I changed the word "practice" to a few other options, such as a time to "create," "explore," and "discover."
• 3:10 – In order for me to achieve more joy within my performances, I changed the word from "performance" to a time to "connect," "share," and "release!"
• 3:56 – Paradigm Shift
• 4:13 – New focus: What am I saying through the music?
• 4:20 – This new paradigm shift helped reduce my performance anxiety.
• 4:40 – What word choice will help you in this endeavor?
• 5:03 – Feel free to share your insights with me!
• 5:33 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

• Dr. Jeffress' Podcast Series, "Choosing Perseverance Over Defeat" Parts 1 & 2

Episode 111– Resources Mentioned:

• Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Flute 360's Episodes 109 & 110

Episode 111 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 110: "Musical Insights from Heidi's European Residency, Pt. 2" (10:57)

In today's episode, Heidi talks about the musical insights she gained from her four-month European residency. A lot of musical growth happened, and she would like to share those insights with you to help you play with more freedom, joy, and confidence!

Episode 110 – Main Points:

• 0:32– Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:23 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 1:32 – Episode 109 (9 minutes)
• 1:49 – Series 23's topic
• 2:15 – Quick summary of E109 shared here!
• 3:34 – The musical notation is a visual representation of the aural art!
• 4:02 – A paradigm shift.
• 4:09 – "I felt like an actress bringing the script to life through my character in the featured film." – Heidi
• 4:21 – Are you having a difficult time bringing life into your music? I encourage you to put life into the fundamentals!
• 4:40 – "Turn that scale from a technical pattern into a glorious, little melody!" – Heidi
• 4:47 – Advice for flute teachers.
• 5:00 – What are your musical priorities?
• 5:15 – What does this mean for you and your students?
• 5:28 – Dr. Sarah McKoin, Director of Bands & Professor of Music at TTU
• 5:34 – "In order to help [the student] achieve a more emotional and colorful performance, you have to start them from their world and guide them over the bridge to the world that you want them to experience." – Heidi
• 5:58 – Musicians & Storytellers
• 7:10 – Finding your unique voice.
• 7:16 – Story: "Little Red Riding Hood"
• 7:31 – "However you choose to tell the story make sure it is convincing to your listeners!" – Heidi
• 7:40 – Playing music in 1D, 2D, and 3D!
• 7:15 – Tips for your next "creation" session!
• 9:45 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

• Netflix Show: Dexter
• Netflix Movie: The Little Prince
• Yoga with Adriene & Benji
• "What To Do When You Don't Know What To Do" by Dr. David Jeremiah
• "Alice in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll
• Saint Augustine Quote: "Complete abstinence is easier than perfect moderation."

Episode 110– Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Episode 109 (Series 23)
• Support Flute 360 via Patreon!
• Subscribe, Rate & Review via Apple Podcast!

Episode 110 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions

Flute 360 | Episode 109: "Musical Insights from Heidi's European Residency, Pt. 1" (8:47)

In today's episode, Heidi talks about the musical insights she gained from her four-month European residency. A lot of musical growth happened, and she would like to share those insights to help you play with more freedom, joy, and confidence! Today's discussion is continued into Part 2, which is Episode 110.

Episode 109 – Main Points:

• 0:30– Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:23 – Welcome & Introduction!
• 1:42 – Follow Flute 360 through Social Media!
• 2:39 – Series 23, Episodes 109-112
• 3:16 – The most noticeable difference within my performances was that I was playing more musically.
• 3:36 – As a result, my tone was more resonant, my projection improved, my articulation was clearer, and my phrases had more shape and direction.
• 4:38 – I set goals but it was overwhelming, at first, to achieve those set goals.
• 6:00 – Change your perspective, and you could have a paradigm shift.
• 7:27 – Check out Episode 110 on 04/11 for more tips to help you play with more musicality, freedom, and confidence!
• 7:36 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Episode 109– Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website

Episode 109 – Sponsors:

• Gold Level: J&K Productions
• Bronze Level: J&K Productions