Flute 360 | Episode 21: “The Interview” (9:55)

In today’s episode, Heidi talks about the interview process. She talks about preparing for the interview and the interview itself. Whether you are being questioned to teach flute at a middle school or university these suggestions could help you out with your next interview.

Episode 21 – Main Points:

• Preparing for the interview (1:13)
• Mock interview (1:31)
• Bring a hardcopy of your CV (2:09)
• Bring your flute (3:00)
• Attire (3:38)
• Different settings (5:04)
• Arrive early (6:16)
• Be yourself (7:07)
• Be thorough with your answers (7:30)
• Summary (8:25)

Episode 21 – Resources Mentioned:

• Heidi Kay Begay’s Website
• J&K Productions’ Website

Flute 360 | Episode 20: “Recommendation Letters” (11:21)

In today’s episode, Heidi talks about asking your mentors for letters of recommendation. Information includes: asking politely and professionally, updating your references of your recent accomplishments, writing a thank you note, and much more! 

Episode 20 – Main Points:

• NFA Flute Convention, Orlando (0:43)
• Asking references for recommendation letters (1:23)
• Tip #1 (1:35)
• Tip #2 (2:10)
• Tip #3 (3:36)
• Tip #4 (4:35)
• Tip #5 (5:48)
• Tip #6 (7:53)
• Lecture recital on Hoover research (9:38)

Episode 20 – References Mentioned:

• Heidi Kay Begay’s E-mail: [email protected]
• Heidi Kay Begay’s Website
• J&K Productions’ Website

Flute 360 | Episode 19: “Recordings” (24:04)

In today’s episode, Heidi talks with audio and video engineer, Eric Jay Begay. She asks him questions in regards to the recording process. Questions include topics such as recording equipment, the venue, microphone placement, and more!

Episode 19 – Main Points:

• Recording Equipment: (3:42)
• Focusrite (5:30)
• Zoom H1 (6:35)
• Zoom H4 (6:35)
• Rode NT5 (8:11)
• Sony Handycam (9:32)
• Canon T7i (10:02)
• Equipment Summation: (11:42)
• Rode NT5 (Approximately $400)
• Zoom H1 (Approximately $100)
• Ribbon Microphones (Price Varies) (12:59)
• The hall space / venue (13:14)
• Microphone placement (16:01)
• Get professional help, if need be. (19:42)
• Upwork (21:18)

Episode 19 – Resources Mentioned:

• See main points
• Eric Jay Begay’s E-mail: [email protected]
• Heidi Kay Begay’s E-mail: [email protected]
• Heidi Kay Begay’s Website
• J&K Productions’ Website

Flute 360 | Episode 18: “Curriculum Vitae & Résumé” (11:48)

In today’s episode, Heidi offers four main suggestions for writing your résumé and/or CV. Before she dives into specific points, she reminds everyone to take care of themselves while applying to jobs. Some suggestions include: smile, exercise, eat an anti-inflammatory diet, and much more! Series 1 is a great review for how to take care of yourself both mentally and physically. Finally, Heidi talks about how to organize your résumé and/or CV.

Episode 18 – Main Points:

• Résumé and/or Curriculum Vitae (4:26)
• Four suggestions for your document:
• 1.) Organization (5:31)
  • Education
  • Teaching Experience
  • Performance & Research
  • Service
  • Honors & Awards
  • References
• 2.) Relevance (7:40)
• 3.) Don’t overstate your abilities (8:34)
• 4.) Quantify or qualify your accomplishments (9:34)

Episode 18 – Resources Mentioned:

• Grapefruit Essential Oil
• Lemon Essential Oil
• Peppermint Essential Oil
• Heidi Kay Begay’s Website
• J&K Productions’ Website

Flute 360 | Episode 17: “Cover Letter” (6:14)

In today’s episode, Heidi discusses one document that is often required in job applications and that is the cover letter. She talks about its format and offers some general suggestions when writing the letter of application.

Episode 17 – Main Points:

• General suggestions (1:34)
• Format of the cover letter (2:29)
• Three to four paragraphs
• Introduction (3:50)
• Main section (4:07)
• Conclusion (4:34)
• Need your cover letter edited? Contact Heidi! (5:05)

Episode 17 – Resources Mentioned:

• Heidi Kay Begay’s Website
• Heidi’s E-mail: [email protected]
• J&K Productions’ Website

Flute 360 | Episode 16: “Lessons from Greece!” (13:30)

In today’s episode, Heidi talks about her travels to Santorini, Athens, and Thessaloniki, Greece from these past three weeks. During these travels, she discusses the lessons she’s learned, such as being a supportive teacher, confidence, and traveling to gain new perspectives. Finally, Heidi encourages listeners to send their questions on topics that will be found in Series 4. Topics include cover letters, résumés, letters of recommendations, teaching and recording videos, the interview, and post-interview. Series 4 launches next week on Saturday, July 21, 2018.

Episode 16 – Main Points:

• Travels to Greece (1:47)
• Anatolia College’s Summer Music Festival (3:12)
• Lesson #1 from Greece: Be a Supportive Teacher (3:54)
• Lesson #2 from Greece: Build Your Confidence (5:24)
• Lesson #3 from Greece: Travel! (7:40)
• Series 4 (11:34)

Episode 16 – Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Nevart-Veron Galileas’ Website
• Anatolia College’s Summer Music Festival
• Straubinger Flutes
• Heidi Kay Begay’s Website
• J&K Productions’ Website

Flute 360 | Episode 15: “An Interview with Beatriz Macías!” (39:14)

In today’s episode, Heidi speaks with Beatriz Macías about her orchestral audition process, being a person, performer, entrepreneur, and much more!

Episode 15 – Main Points:

• Beatriz’s background (2:15)
• Beatriz’s and Erica Peel’s NFA class in 2016 (4:45)
• The day of the audition (10:53)
• Take your time – ground yourself (14:10)
• After the audition (14:49)
• Reflection of the audition/performance (16:23)
• The differences between an American vs. European audition (19:23)
• Beatriz meets Erica Peel (20:00)
• Paul Edmund-Davies (24:05)
• Opera singer (24:36)
• Sing your flute music (26:54)
• Baby Mozart (29:36)
• As a musician, be willing to adapt. (32:51)
• Last comments (34:39)
• Dr. Seth Allyn Morris (36:32)
• Conclusion (38:12)

Episode 15 – Resources Mentioned:

• Beatriz Macías’ Website
• Beatriz Macías’ Instagram
• Erica Peel’s Website
• Paul Edmund-Davies’ Website
• Dr. Seth Allyn Morris' Website
• Dr. Heidi Kay Begay’s Website

Flute 360’s Sponsor:

• J&K Productions’ Website

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

Flute 360 | Episode 13: “A Podcast Update” (8:08)

In today’s episode, Heidi gives updates on her personal life and the podcast. She also describes the upcoming podcast series, which will launch Saturday, July 14, 2018 with Dr. Patricia Surman!

Episode 13 – Main Points:

• Personal update (0:53)
• Studies with Dr. Nevart Galileas at Anatolia College, Greece (1:13)
• Preparation for the National Flute Association’s Flute Convention (1:50)
• Over 700 downloads as of June 10, 2018 (2:25)
• Podcast overview (3:15)
• Questions for the guest artists? Shoot me an email! (4:00)
• Episode 14 with Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott (4:10)
• Series 4 (5:00)
• A huge thanks to the listeners! (6:13)

Episode 13 – Resources Mentioned:

• Patricia Surman's Website
• Nevart Galileas' Website
• Anatolia College, Greece
• National Flute Association's Website
• Flute 360’s iTunes link
• Heidi Kay Begay’s Email
• Dennette Derby McDermott's Faculty Bio
• Heidi Kay Begay’s Website

Flute 360’s Sponsor:

• J&K Productions’ Website

Flute 360 | Episode 12: “An Interview with Mr. Christopher Cox!” (17:22)

Heidi talks with Chris about his methods to start and maintain a successful flute studio! Today’s episode is a great summary of Flute 360’s Episodes 5-8, plus new information from Chris.

Episode 12 – Main Points:

• Reference to Episode 5: “Building Your Private Flute Studio” (1:50)
  • Texas Flute Society

• Reference to Episode 6: “Organization Within Your Flute Studio” (4:23)
  • Practice Journal
  • PDF Scanners (6:28)
    • Tiny Scanner
    • CamScanner
• Reference to Episode 7: “Tax Information for the Self-Employed Teacher” (7:52)
  • QuickBooks
• Reference to Episode 8: “Student Success” (11:07)
• Last Question (13:02)

Episode 12 – Resources Mentioned:

• Texas Flute Society
• Tiny Scanner
• CamScanner
• QuickBooks

Contact Information:

• Heidi Kay Begay’s Website
• Heidi Kay Begay’s E-mail: [email protected]
• Christopher Cox’s E-mail: [email protected]

Flute 360’s Sponsor:

• J&K Productions