Flute 360

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Episode 16: Lessons from Greece Jul 14, 2018

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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:

Episode 15: An Interview with Beatriz Macías Jul 07, 2018

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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:

Flute 360's Sponsor:

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Episode 14: A Q&A with Dr. McDermott Jun 30, 2018

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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: heidikaybegay@gmail.com
J&K Productions' Website

Flute 360's Sponsor:

J&K Productions' Website

Episode 13: A Podcast Update Jun 23, 2018

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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:

Flute 360's Sponsor:

J&K Productions' Website

Episode 12: An Interview with Mr. Christopher Cox! Jun 16, 2018

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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:

Contact Information:

Heidi Kay Begay's Website
Heidi Kay Begay's E-mail: heidikaybegay@gmail.com
Christopher Cox's E-mail: cbcox1989@gmail.com

Flute 360's Sponsor:

J&K Productions

Episode 11: An Interview with David Straubinger! Jun 09, 2018

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Flute 360 | Episode 11: "An Interview with David Straubinger!" (28:40)

Heidi talks with David Straubinger about his musical and business background, how this led him to develop and make his own pads and flutes, and maintenance advice for flutists of all ages!

Episode 11 – Main Points:

David's musical background (2:05)
From Straubinger pads to flute making (6:36)
Purchasing a flute (10:07)
Creating a budget (16:09)
The different flute scales (19:06)
440 Hz, 442 Hz, 444 Hz (20:00)
Maintenance and repair (20:58)
Emergency situations (24:13)
David's final comment (26:37)

Episode 11 – Resources Mentioned:

Episode 9: An Interview with Carol Wincenc! May 26, 2018

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Flute 360 | Episode 9: "An Interview with Carol Wincenc!" (25:44)

In September of 2017, Carol Wincenc visited the Texas Tech University's School of Music. During her residency, Heidi interviewed the "Queen of the flute" (New York Magazine) and asked her questions about artistry, flute tone, and much more!

Episode 9 – Main Points:

Introduction
Question 1 (1:07)
Carol's fine arts background: ballet & theater
Pursue your dream! (2:23)
Family's musical background (2:54)
Giving back to the community (3:21)
Finding your niche (3:51)
Inner calling (4:07)
Carol's son, Nicola Wincenc (5:28)
Carol's father was a violinist (6:14)
Core of the sound (7:34)
Flute sonorities (8:41)
Visual art (9:54)
Performing on stage (10:32)
We are always learning! (11:54)
Christopher Rouse's Flute Concerto (12:59)
Joan Tower's Rising (15:16)
Lukas Foss' Renaissance Concerto (16:28)
Living in Rome, 1966-1967 (18:16)
Final question (21:22)
Being of service (22:55)

Episode 9 – Resources Mentioned:

Heidi Kay Begay's Information:

Website: https://heidikaybegay.com
E-mail: heidikaybegay@gmail.com

Flute 360's Sponsor:

J&K Productions

Episode 8: Student Success May 19, 2018

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Flute 360 | Episode 8: "Student Success" (14:58)

In this episode, Heidi discusses student success. She talks about how you as the teacher can help motivate your students toward success through encouragement and support; as well as how to help each student thrive in a unique way depending on their personality and learning style. She encourages you to help your student find success, so that they can feel accomplished, no matter what the outcome may be.

Episode 8 – Main Points:

Organization of the studio space (0:53)
Showing support and encouragement (1:58)
Support will motivate students
Listen to their goals (6:39)
Students are unique individuals (8:09)
The student's self-esteem and self-image (10:02)
Create a website tab that centers on student success (13:08)
Additional resources (13:52)
Be creative (14:16)

Episode 8 – Resources Mentioned:

Cutler, David. The Savvy Music Teacher: Blueprint for Maximizing Income & Impact. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2015. eBook Collection (EBSCOhost), EBSCOhost (accessed January 20, 2018).
Green, Barry, and W. Timothy. Gallwey. The Inner Game of Music. First ed. Doubleday, 1986.
Pedota, Paul J. "How Can Student Success Support Teacher Self-Efficacy and Retention?" Clearing House: A Journal of Educational Strategies, Issues and Ideas 88, no. 2 (2015): 54-61.
Werner, Kenny. Effortless Mastery: Liberating the Master Musician Within. Jamey Aebersold Jazz, 1996.
Westney, William., and Texas Tech University. Institute for Studies in Pragmaticism. The Perfect Wrong Note: Learning to Trust Your Musical Self. Amadeus Press, LLC, 2003.

Heidi Kay Begay's Information:

heidikaybegay@gmail.com
https://heidikaybegay.com

Episode 7: Tax Information for the Self-Employed Musician May 12, 2018

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Flute 360 | Episode 7: "Tax Information for the Self-Employed Musician" (29:57)

In this episode, Heidi discusses tax tips for the working musician. She lists off different deductions that you as a musician or private lesson teacher can write-off and urges you to have a CPA file your taxes to avoid audits. Heidi also talks about when quarterly payments are due and gives you tips on how to manage your finances.

Episode 7 – Main Points:

CPA (1:04)
Stay organized (2:22)
List of deductions (4:55)
Deduct mileage (6:26)
Your studio space (9:02)
Deduct promotional efforts (11:42)
Deduct music supplies (12:24)
Deduct instrument purchases (14:24)
Deduct food (15:45)
Deduct business clothes (17:34)
Miscellaneous deductions (18:17)
Keep a monthly report (19:57)
Quarterly projections (21:36)
Quarterly payments (22:58)
IRS' schedule (24:24)
Save money for quarterly payments (25:26)
Why keep track of expenses (28:02)
Summary (29:00)

Episode 7 – Resources Mentioned:

Cutler, David. The Savvy Music Teacher: Blueprint for Maximizing Income & Impact. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2015. eBook Collection (EBSCOhost), EBSCOhost (accessed January 20, 2018).
Morris, Bill. "Working Musician: It's Tax Time in the US - How Should I File?" International Musician 106, no. 2 (2008): 10.
Terrence, Patricia, and Freidman, Alan. "Tax Advice: A Musician's Guide to Tax Season." International Musician 104, no. 2 (2006): 12-13.
MacFreelance
FreshBooks - Cloud Accounting
Adams Vehicle Expense Journal
Quick Books Self Employed
Stride Drive
MileIQ: Mileage Log for Taxes
Hurdlr Expense Receipt Tracker
Everlance Mileage Log Tracker

Heidi Kay Begay's Information:

heidikaybegay@gmail.com
https://heidikaybegay.com

Episode 6: Organization Within Your Flute Studio May 05, 2018

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Flute 360 | Episode 6: "Organization Within Your Flute Studio" (30:58)

In this episode, Heidi discusses how to stay organized within your flute studio. She encourages music teachers to stay organized because it is one of the biggest keys to your private studio's success.

Episode 6 – Main Points:

Communication (1:17)
Your schedule (4:51)
The commute (8:31)
David Cutler's book (12:10)
Accessible schedule (13:08)
Invoices with MacFreelance (13:47)
Invoices with FreshBooks (16:47)
Communicating via e-mail (17:41)
Your website (19:36)
Organize the studio space (22:07)
Organizing your personal life (28:09)
Summary (28:52)

Episode 6 – Resources Mentioned:

Heidi Kay Begay's Information:

heidikaybegay@gmail.com
https://heidikaybegay.com

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