Flute 360

Flute 360 | Episode 69: "Lessons from Romania!" (14:00)

In today's episode, Heidi shares her insights and the lessons learned while at the Cluj International Flute Competition. Listen to today's episode to hear topics such as performance anxiety, the imposter syndrome, and claiming your small victories! Check out Heidi's social media pages to get the latest Flute 360 podcast information!

Episode 69– Main Points:

• 0:25 - Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:20 - Welcome!
• 1:27 - Rate, Review & Subscribe
• 1:30 - Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Tumblr!
• 1:57 - Topic for today's episode: Lessons from Romania!
• 2:25 - Biggest Takeaway: Step outside of your comfort zone!
• 3:08 - Go back and listen to Flute 360's Series 12. (E61-E64)
• 3:28 - Lessons in-detail shared here.
• 4:13 - Imposter Syndrome
• 4:25 - Find people in your life to support you.
• 5:33 - Performance Anxiety
• 6:40 - Brave New Athlete by Dr. Marshall
• 6:43 - The Inner Game of Tennis by Tim Gallwey
• 6:56 - Find the small victories.
• 9:31 - Find God's will for your life.
• 10:29 - Today's Summary
• 10:40 - Episode 70: Lessons from Romania with Aileen Razey and Martin Godoy!
• 11:08 - Flute 360's upcoming schedule.
• 11:25 - Wm.S. Haynes' Exhibitor Booth at the NFA's Flute Convention, Salt Lake City, UT
• 11:35 - Robert Dick, flutist, composer & teacher

Picks:

• Seventh Generation's travel size laundry detergent
• Hungarian mushroom soup

Episode 69 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website

Episode 69 – Sponsors:

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

Flute 360 | Episode 68: "Highlights from Series 10-12" (8:17)

In today's episode, Heidi shares her favorite episodes from Series 10-12! Use a small portion of your summer break to re-listen to your favorite Flute 360 episodes and, or listen to "new" episodes that you might not have listened to, yet. If you have a topic that you'd like for Flute 360 to explore, please contact me!

Episode 68 – Main Points:

• 0:27 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:18 – Welcome!
• 1:43 – Today's Topic: Highlights from Series 10-12
• 1:53 – Series 10: Tips from Doublers!
• 2:04 – Interviews include: Jon Rice, Ellen Kaner, and Tereasa Payne.
• 2:18 – My favorite episode is my interview with Tereasa Payne (S10, E55)!
• 3:06 – Series 11: Academic Highlights at...
• 3:25 – TWU, UTA, Texas A&M, UMass at Amherst, & Sand Dollar Music!
• 4:06 – Episodes 56 – 60 (Series 11)
• 5:11 – Series 12: The Competition Process!
• 6:05 – Cluj International Flute Competition
• 6:52 – Series 12 includes Episodes 61-64!
• 7:03 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Episode 68 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website

Episode 68 – Sponsors:

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

Flute 360 | Episode 67: "Highlights from Series 7-9" (8:52)

In today's episode, Heidi shares her favorite episodes from Series 7-9! Use a small portion of your summer break to re-listen to your favorite Flute 360 episodes and, or listen to "new" episodes that you might not have listened to, yet. If you have a topic that you'd like for Flute 360 to explore, please contact me!

Episode 67 – Main Points:

• 0:25 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:20 – Welcome!
• 1:25 – Thank you for your Flute 360 support!
• 1:40 – Please subscribe, rate, and review the Flute 360 Podcast. Thank you!
• 1:52 – Today's Topic: Highlights from Series 7-9!
• 1:58 – Series 7: Music Inventors (E40-43)
• 2:21 – My favorite episode is Episode 41, an interview with Mr. Ho-Fan Lee who is the inventor of the Flute Thumbport.
• 3:41 – Series 8: Competition Repertoire Guidelines
• 4:11 – Series 8 entails Episodes 44-47!
• 4:16 – Episode 45: An Interview with Amy Porter
• 4:47 – Follow Amy Porter through Instagram!
• 5:04 – Health advocacy for musicians!
• 5:34 – Series 9: Published Flutists
• 5:38 – Series 9, Episodes 48-51: Kyle Dzapo, Terri Sánchez, Marianne Gedigian, and Mark Sparks.
• 6:13 – Episode 49 with Terri Sánchez!
• 6:31 – Epic Warm-Up by Terri Sánchez.
• 6:45 – Episode 50 with Marianne Gedigian!
• 7:27 – Use this time to check out your favorite Flute 360 episode from Series 7-9!
• 7:40 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Episode 67 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Audition Panel Discussion with Marianne Gedigian (video)
• Terri Sánchez demonstrates her Epic Warm-Up (video)
• Mark Sparks' Video on his Orchestral Excerpt Practice Books (video)
• Kyle Dzapo's Top Tracks via YouTube

Episode 67 – Sponsors:

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

Flute 360 | Episode 66: "Highlights from Series 4-6" (8:18)

In today's episode, Heidi shares her favorite Flute 360 episodes from Series 4-6. This includes Episodes 16-39! During these summer months, grab your favorite cold drink and catch-up on your favorite Flute 360 episodes, or listen to "new" episodes that you have not heard, yet! Please subscribe, rate, and review – thank you for the support!

Episode 66 – Main Points:

• 0:26 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:19 – Welcome!
• 1:25 – Hike in Saginaw Park, Texas, USA
• 2:21 – Today's Topic: Highlights from Series 4-6
• 2:37 – Series 4: Job Process
• 2:46 – Series 5: Journal Entries
• 2:50 – Series 6: Interviews with Composers
• 3:02 – My favorite episode from Series 4 is Episode 16.
• 3:13 – Episode 16: Lessons from Greece!
• 3:55 – Episode 28: Journal Entry 3 is my favorite from Series 5.
• 4:26 – "Solve a technical issue with a musical solution." – Dr. Sarah McKoin
• 4:53 – Series 6 (Episodes 33– 39): Interviews with Composers
• 6:08 – Due to high-demand, Flute 360 is working on a second series where Heidi interviews additional composers!
• 7:04 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Picks:

• Go out in nature!

Episode 66 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Series 6 – Interviews with Composers – Episodes 33-39:
• Episode 33 – Nicole Chamberlain
• Episode 34 – Christopher Caliendo
• Episode 35 – Daniel Dorff
• Episode 36 – Gary Schocker
• Episode 37 – Valerie Coleman
• Episode 38 – Matthew Santa
• Episode 39 – Joel Love

Episode 66 – Sponsors:

• Gold/Bronze: J&K Productions' Website
• Silver: Contact Heidi for details!
• Would you like to be a corporate sponsor? Please contact me if you are interested. Thanks!

Flute 360 | Episode 65: "Highlights from Series 1-3" (9:44)

In today's episode, Heidi highlights her favorite episodes from Series 1-3, which includes Episodes 0-15! During these next four weeks, Flute 360 is going to "pause" and give listeners a time to re-play their favorite episodes and time to listen to "new" episodes. Listen to today's episode to hear Heidi's three favorite topics from Series 1-3!

Episode 65 – Main Points:

• 0:24 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:18 – Welcome!
• 1:23 – Thank you for your Flute 360 support!
• 2:10 – Series 13 will give us time to catch-up on our podcast listening!
• 2:54 – Episode 65's Topic: Highlights from Series 1-3 (Episodes 0-15).
• 3:13 – Series 1, Episodes 0-4 – Topics include: Flute 360's Introduction, Interview with Dr. Susan Fain, Anti-Inflammatory Diet, Essential Oils, and Rest.
• 3:45 – Heidi's favorite is Episode 2: An Anti-Inflammatory Diet
• 4:00 – Recipe: Quinoa Salad
• 5:25 – Series 2, Episodes 5-8 – Topics include: Building Your Flute Studio, Organization Within Your Flute Studio, Tax Information for the Self-Employed Musician, and Student Success.
• 5:36 – Heidi's favorite is Episode 8: Student Success!
• 6:08 – Series 3, Episodes 9-15 – Interviews with Carol Wincenc, David Straubinger, Christopher Cox, (A Podcast Update), Dr. Dennette McDermott, and Beatriz Macias.
• 6:36 – Heidi's favorite is Episode 14: Q&A with Dr. McDermott
• 7:22 – E14's Summary: How to prepare for graduate school, performance anxiety, and flute pedagogy for beginners.
• 8:00 – Go back and listen to E2, E8, and E14.
• 8:34 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Episode 65 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Zesty Quinoa Salad!
• Episode 2: Anti-Inflammatory Diet
• Episode 8: Student Success!
• Episode 14: A Q&A with Dr. Dennette McDermott

Episode 65 – Sponsors:

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

Flute 360 | Episode 64: "The Competition Process: The Submission & The Wait" (10:24)

In today's episode, Heidi talks about submitting your competition documents. Carefully read the jury's requirements and gather all of your files accordingly. If a biography or résumé is required, make sure to proofread your work. Give yourself ample time to submit your files. Finally, once you've completed this portion, go out and celebrate your accomplishments!

Episode 64 – Main Points:

• 0:26 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:19 – Welcome to Episode 64!
• 1:28 – Series 12 Summary: Episodes 61, 62, and 63.
• 1:44 – Flute 360 Announcement: Please subscribe, rate, and review.
• 1:58 – Series 12 Summary
• 2:21 – Part I: The submission of your competition documents.
• 2:26 – Gather your documents, such as bio, bio pictures, proof of passport, résumé.
• 3:16 – Time management.
• 3:38 – Consider the technological aspect.
• 4:04 – Suggestions for an international submission.
• 4:11 – Gather the bank account numbers to transfer monetary funds for the competition's fee.
• 4:28 – Bank of America's Wire Transfer
• 5:44 – Summary of Part I.
• 5:59 – Part II: The Wait!
• 6:17 – Celebrate your accomplishments!
• 7:03 – Go out to dinner, have a game night, or organize a party!
• 7:33 – Reflect and learn from this process. What went well? What would you like to do differently next time?
• 8:11 – Journal these observations.
• 8:41 – If possible, use these competition recordings for a job application!
• 8:55 – Notice your personal and musical growth.
• 9:10 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Episode 64 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Stitcher Radio: Flute 360 Podcast

Episode 64 – Sponsors:

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

Flute 360 | Episode 63: "The Competition Process: Record" (11:07)

In today's episode, Heidi talks about the recording process for your next competition. You have invested your time, energy, and money, so far, throughout this journey. Are you able to invest some more money into hiring an audio engineer? Or invest in an inexpensive microphone to record at home? Heidi offers some suggestions for either scenario. Consider your timeframe and plan accordingly so you are relaxed and stress-free as you record your competition repertoire. Enjoy the process and give your best in all that you do!

Episode 63 – Main Points:

• 0:25 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:18 – Welcome to E63!
• 1:32 – Please Subscribe, Rate & Review!
• 1:54 – Today's Topic: Record
• 2:05 – Series 12 Overview: Organization (E61), Preparation (E62), Record (E63) & The Submission (E64)
• 2:33 – You have two options: hire a professional or record yourself.
• 2:47 – Suggestions for hiring a professional recording engineer.
• 3:04 – Go to your local church, school, or a company for recording needs.
• 3:24 – Tell them that you are a flutist.
• 3:34 – Recording is an art!
• 4:02 – Investments: money, time, and energy.
• 4:42 – Consultation with the recording engineer.
• 5:03 – Suggestions for recording yourself.
• 5:09 – Flute 360's Episode 19
• 5:39 – Microphone: Zoom Microphone at $100.00!
• 6:00 – Decide if you are going to hire an engineer or record yourself.
• 6:18 – Consider your timeline and competition deadline.
• 6:35 – Plan accordingly! Be strategic!
• 6:38 – Flute 360's Episode 61 – The Competition Process: Organization
• 6:56 – Example: Record on a Monday, listen to the recording, give yourself constructive feedback, and rerecord on a Thursday. Which recordings are your best takes?
• 8:44 – Give yourself ample time!
• 9:09 – Need help or guidance? Contact me!
• 9:19 – Need help from a recording engineer? Contact Eric Jay Begay!
• 9:49 – Bronze Sponsor:J&K Productions

Episode 63 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Flute 360 – iTunes

Episode 63 – Sponsors:

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

Flute 360 | Episode 62: "The Competition Process: Preparation" (17:33)

In today's episode, Heidi talks about how to prepare for your next flute competition! It is important to remember that not only are you preparing the repertoire but, also, your mind, body, and spirit. Take into consideration a holistic standpoint as you prepare for your music competition. Check out today's episode where Heidi offers some tips and suggestions!

Episode 62 – Main Points:

• 0:24 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:21 – Welcome!
• 1:30 – Today's Topic (E62): Competition Preparation
• 1:39 – Episode 61's Topic: Organization
• 1:54 – Preparing the Mind, Body, and Spirit
• 2:46 – Holistic Viewpoint
• 3:17 – Take care of yourself throughout
• 3:23 – Mind: Mental Practice
• 4:17 – Resources
• 4:24 – Book: The Inner Game of Tennis by Timothy Gallwey
• 4:50 – Online Resource: The Bulletproof Musician by Dr. Noa Kageyama
• 5:33 – Audio Book: Effective Speaking & Audition by Charach & Oye
• 6:18 – Body: Exercise Regime
• 6:36 – Keep your machine (AKA your body) in tip-top shape!
• 7:12 – Flute 360's Episode 01 with Dr. Susan Fain
• 7:34 – Spiritual: Bible Study & Prayer
• 8:00 – Daily and Weekly Bible Study
• 8:13 – Prayer
• 8:25 – Prayer Warriors
• 8:34 – Flute Practice!
• 8:49 – Be diligent and be intentional.
• 9:44 – Rip it off like a Band-Aid!
• 10:38 – Require the appropriate editions for your competition!
• 13:06 – Record yourself as often as possible.
• 14:18 – Need help with your competition? Contact me!
• 14:36 – Picks!
• 16:25 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Picks:

Mind

• Nature: lakes, parks, gardens

Body

• Tennis Ball Therapy
• Episode 50

Spirit

• Birthday card from a friend
• Psalms 20:4

Episode 62 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• LovePop Cards
• Psalms 20:4
• YouVersion – Bible App
• Tennis Ball Therapy
• All Trails App
• Recording Apps
• The Inner Game of Tennis by Timothy Gallwey
• Effective Speaking & Audition by Charach & Oye
• The Bulletproof Musician by Dr. Noa Kageyama
• Episode 01
• Episode 50
• Episode 61

Episode 62 – Sponsors:

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

Flute 360 | Episode 61: "The Competition Process: Organization" (21:48)

In today's episode, Heidi talks about how to organize yourself while preparing for a competition. She offers suggestions, such as finding out the "why" you'd compete, what resources to use, organizational tips, and how to be strategic through the competition process. Check out today's episode for all the details!

Episode 61 – Main Points:

• 0:24 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 1:19 – Welcome to Series 12!
• 1:31 – Thank you for being a subscriber and for your kind feedback!
• 1:42 – Topic ideas? Contact Heidi!
• 2:07 – Series 12
• 2:40 – Create opportunities for yourself.
• 2:49 – What life season are you in?
• 3:43 – Julee Kim Walker, Shauna Kay Thompson, Terri Sánchez– flutists
• 4:02 – Take-off the rose-colored glasses and have a look at your résumé. See where there can be opportunities for growth.
• 5:18 – Competition requirements.
• 5:35 – Reasons "why" you would want to compete?
• 7:09 – NFA Flute Competitions
• 7:20 – Make good use of your time.
• 7:34 – Cluj International Flute Competition
• 8:01 – Today's Topic: Organization
• 8:12 – #1: Where to find competition announcements?
• 8:27 – National Flute Association's Website
• 8:34 – Musical Chairs' Website
• 8:44 – Check your local flute organization.
• 8:55 – Mid-Atlantic Flute Convention's Competitions
• 9:00 – Chicago Flute Club's Competitions
• 9:12 – #2: What is the "right" competition for me?
• 9:50 – International flute competitions may require proof of your
• 10:19 – What are the competition requirements?
• 10:30 – #3: Be strategic!
• 10:40 – Resources: time, money & energy
• 11:29 – Check the repertoire requirements!
• 11:58 – Bach's Partita in A minor for Solo Flute
• 14:06 – An opportunity to learn new flute repertoire!
• 15:18 – Be proud of your work!
• 15:40 – Summary: Find out the "why." Resources. Organization. Strategy.
• 16:21 – Need help to prepare for your next competition? Contact me!
• 16:30 – Picks!
• 20:24 – Please go to iTunes to Subscribe, Rate & Review!
• 20:34 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Picks:

• Add more fruits to your diet and reduce refined sugars!
  • Raspberries with local, raw honey and/or agave nectar
• Public Speaking!

Episode 61 – Resources Mentioned:

• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website
• Flute 360 – iTunes Link
• Flute 360 – Stitcher Radio's Link
• Flute 360 – Radio Public's Link
• Flute 360 – Podbean's Link
• Flute 360 – YouTube's Channel
• Flute 360 – Spotify's Link

Episode 61 – Sponsors:

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

Flute 360 | Episode 60: "Flute Studio Highlights with Sarah Robertson at Sand Dollar Music" (53:45)

In today's episode, Heidi talks with Sarah Robertson who is a co-teacher at the Sand Dollar Music Studio. Sarah is a flutist, educator, wife, and mother who works and lives in the Dayton, Ohio area. Heidi and Sarah discuss various topics including faith, studio packages, performance-related injuries, health, collaboration, and much more! Check out today's episode to be inspired by Sarah's and her students' achievements from this past year!

Episode 60 – Main Points:

• 0:24 – Gold Sponsor: Interactive Flute Retreat, South Haven, MI
• 1:13 – Welcome!
• 1:50 – Heidi: Could you please share with the listeners your background?
• 2:05 – Sarah's musical background and career.
• 6:25 – Monthly lesson packages through Sand Dollar Music.
• 6:50 – Teaching Philosophies
• 7:02 – Dr. Sarah McKoin, teacher and director of bands at TTU
• 8:33 – Grand Rapids, MI: Darlene Dugan, music educator
• 10:15 – God's timing in Christin's and Sarah's lives.
• 11:00 – Valleys & Mountain Tops
• 18:31 – Collaboration & Networking
• 19:51 – Dr. Terri Sánchez's Epic Warm-Up
• 21:50 – Silver Sponsor: J&K Productions
• 22:43 – Question: Any other educational or performing moments that made an impact on you this past academic year?
• 23:08 – Sarah's Answer
• 26:09 – Summer Practice Goals
• 26:27 – Dr. Conor Nelson, flutist & educator
• 29:58 – Question: Any completed projects that you'd like to share with the listeners?
• 30:07 – Sarah: I completed a recital in March!
• 36:00 – Question: What are your Summer 2019 goals?
• 36:14 – Sarah's Answer
• 38:53 – Picks!
• 43:30 – Prevention of performance-related injuries!
• 44:55 – Dr. Susan Fain – flutist, educator, and physical therapist
• 45:25 – When purchasing a new instrument, consider the weight of the flute and your body's needs.
• 52:31 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

Picks:

Sarah:

• Exercise: Beachbody Program
• Food: Ghostlike Coffee, Dayton OH
• Flute: "Body Mapping for Flutists" by Dr. Lea Pearson

Heidi:

• "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." – Benjamin Franklin
• Flute 360's Graphic Designer: Shawna Richter-Ryerson
• Game: Pass the Pigs!
• UPrinting
• Bulletproof Musician

Episode 60 – Resources Mentioned:

• Sand Dollar Music's Website
• Sand Dollar Music's Facebook Business Page
• Sand Dollar Music's Instagram
• Flute 360 – Dr. Heidi Kay Begay's Website

Episode 60 – Sponsors:

• Gold: Interactive Flute Retreat, South Haven, MI
• Silver & Bronze: J&K Productions' Website