Flute 360

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 topic...

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) Aft...

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...

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 Ass...

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: "O...

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...

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...

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...

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 yo...

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 sc...

Flute 360 | Episode 5: "Building Your Private Flute Studio" (27:06) In this episode, Heidi discusses how to build a private flute studio. She talks about her personal experience with creating her own studio and gives helpful tips along the way. Among these suggestions, she emphasizes the power of networking, performing, and advertising to help build your music studio. Episode 5 – Main Points: Recr...

Flute 360 | Episode 4: "The Benefits of Rest" (19:44) In this episode, Heidi discusses the research she's conducted about the benefits of rest. She discusses how rest can improve our performance-level as flutists. Also, she gives many great examples of bedtime routines that you can do in order to find a restful night's sleep. Episode 4 – Main Points: Prevention and treatment (1:11) Different level...

Flute 360 | Episode 3: "Essential Oils" (19:01) In this episode, Heidi discusses the benefits of essential oils. She explains what essential oils are, gives helpful recommendations for different essential oil brands, and offers tips for how essential oils can be used in your daily life. These oils play a great role in her daily routine, both for prevention and pain-relieving purposes, and she enco...

Flute 360 | Episode 2: "Anti-Inflammatory Diet" (19:16) In this episode, Heidi discusses how an anti-inflammatory diet can minimize pain. Holistically, if the individual is taken care of first then fulfilling physical activities, such as flute playing, will be more enjoyable pain-free. One way this can be accomplished is through the anti-inflammatory diet. Episode 2 – Main Points: Personal experie...

Flute 360 | Episode 1: "Prevention of Performance-Related Injuries Through Exercise: An Interview with Dr. Susan Fain!" (29:42) In this episode, Heidi talks with Dr. Susan Fain who holds multiple degrees: PT, DPT, OCS, and DMA. They discuss how to prevent music-related injuries through exercise. Main Points from Episode 1: Statistic on music-related injuries (1:07) Pianists, Violinists, and Flutis...

Flute 360 | Episode 0: An Introduction to the Flute 360 Podcast (10:45) In this episode, Heidi introduces her Flute 360 podcast. She talks briefly about her background and what led her to create the podcast. Series 1 and 2 are complete, and she cannot wait to launch on Saturday, March 31, 2018. Series 3, 4, and 5 are in the works and Heidi invites her listeners to e-mail her with topic ideas for f...