Episode 329: Your Studio Is a Lab – Teaching with Curiosity & Care with Alexandra Petropoulos
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Flute 360 | Episode 329: “Your Studio Is a Lab – Teaching with Curiosity & Care with Alexandra Petropoulos” Have you ever wished your flute studio felt more joyful, creative, and… human? In today’s episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sits down with Alexandra Petropoulos—aka The Flute Nerd—to unpack how your studio can become a supportive, experimental, and healthy space for your students and for you as the teacher. Alex opens up about her 8-year break from playing, what brought her back to the flute, and how curiosity, compassion, and a laboratory mindset transformed her...
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Episode 328: Finding Your Flute Voice – How Rabbit, Tigger, and Owl See You with Erin Rauch, Part 10
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Flute 360 | Episode 328: “Finding Your Flute Voice - How Rabbit, Tigger, and Owl See You with Erin Rauch” (Part 10) Flute 360 podcast episode featuring Erin Rauch – a flutist, VA, and life coach helping creative artists overcome self-doubt and carve out their unique paths. What if the clarity you’re craving isn’t found in a technique book—but in the words of someone who already believes in you? In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sits down with Flute 360 Accelerator member Erin Rauch to talk about embracing your individuality, defeating negative self-talk, and stepping...
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Episode 327: Stop Blending In—Be the Flutist Everyone Remembers, Part 9
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Flute 360 | Episode 327: "Stop Blending In – Be the Flutist Everyone Remembers" (Part 9) Do you feel like your unique talents are getting lost in the noise? In today's episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and Eric Jay Begay pull back the curtain on what it truly means to stand out as a flutist and creative artist. They explore how embracing your unique qualities and showing up authentically can transform your career from blending in to standing out vividly in people's minds. Heidi and Eric share powerful strategies from their own journeys on how to creatively leverage your interests and...
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Episode 326: Creative Flow & Strategic Planning with Eric Jay Begay, Part 8
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Flute 360 | Episode 326: "Creative Flow and Strategic Planning with Eric J. Begay” (Part 8) Are you struggling to find the perfect time and space for creativity in your busy life? In today's episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and Eric J. Begay dive deep into practical strategies for unlocking your creative flow—even amid life's chaos. Whether you're looking to expand your flute studio, launch a new course, or finally write that book, you'll discover how intentional planning can transform your creative process. Heidi and Eric share how their recent shift to structured daily meetings and a...
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Episode 325: Stop Undervaluing Your Creativity – How to Sell Your Projects with Confidence, Part 7
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Flute 360 | Episode 325: “Stop Undervaluing Your Creativity – How to Sell Your Projects with Confidence!” (Part 7) What if the only thing standing between you and your next big leap as a musician…is your belief in the value of your work? In this heart-to-heart episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay challenges the outdated systems in our music training that have failed to prepare flutists for the modern marketplace. From undercharging for lessons to feeling invisible in your creative career, it’s time to flip the script and confidently own your worth. You’ll learn how to reframe...
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Episode 324: Market Your Magic - Sharing Your Creative Work with Confidence, Part 6
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Flute 360 | Episode 324: “Market Your Magic – Sharing Your Creative Work with Confidence” (Part 6) How do you share your creative or musical work with the world…without feeling awkward, salesy, or unsure of yourself? In this powerful episode, Heidi flips the script on what it means to market your music. Whether you're an educator with a new teaching method, a performer launching a tour, or a creator with a flute course, you’ll learn how to approach marketing as an extension of your artistic voice—not a departure from it. Filled with relatable stories, practical insights, and a call...
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Episode 323: Done Is Better Than Perfect – The Power of Following Through, Part 5
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Flute 360 | Episode 323: “Done Is Better Than Perfect – The Power of Following Through” (Part 5) Are you sitting on a brilliant idea for a flute project, but struggling to bring it to the finish line? In this empowering solo episode, Heidi speaks to the flutist who’s halfway through writing a book, sketching out a course, or mapping out a tour—but can’t seem to follow through. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the messy middle of a creative process, you’re not alone. Heidi offers actionable strategies to overcome perfectionism, set realistic deadlines, and rekindle...
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Episode 322: From Overwhelm to Focus — Doubling Down on What Truly Matters, Part 4
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Flute 360 | Episode 322: “From Overwhelm to Focus – Doubling Down on What Truly Matters” (Part 4) After countless creative ideas and the constant challenge juggling everyday life, many modern flutists feel stuck—unable to bring their art to life and achieve both creative and financial fulfillment. In this empowering episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay shares her personal journey of cutting through the noise to focus on what truly matters. Whether you're juggling multiple projects, overwhelmed by endless ideas, or just unsure where to start, this episode is designed to guide you in...
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Episode 321: Knowing Your Genius – Discovering Your Unique Creative Path, Part 3
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Flute 360 | Episode 321: “Knowing Your Genius – Discovering Your Unique Creative Path, Part 3” Embrace your unique gifts, uncover your God-given talents, and find your place in the flute community. In this episode, Heidi guides you through the concept of “chiseling away” fear and doubt—like Michelangelo sculpting David—to reveal your authentic, creative core. Learn how to map out your zone of genius through four key circles (skills, passion, market needs, and compensation) and lean on faith when stepping into unexplored territory. Main Points: Identity & Purpose You’re...
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Episode 320: Permission to Pivot – Stepping into Your Element, Part 2
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Flute 360 | Episode 320: “Permission to Pivot – Stepping into Your Element, Part 2” After feeling stuck in a traditional path that doesn’t fulfill you, where do you go next? This episode invites you to pivot boldly—whether it’s starting your own teaching studio, creating an online course, or pursuing another creative venture. Discover how to choose the “hard” that leads to growth, embrace your unique gifts, and align your career with your deepest sense of purpose. Secure Your Coaching Package Today! Struggling to figure out your next steps? Heidi’s special April coaching...
info_outlineFlute 360 | Episode 302: "Just Drink the Pickle Juice!"
In Episode 302, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay shares a personal and powerful lesson about embracing temporary discomfort for long-term benefits. Using her own experience with muscle cramps and the surprising remedy of pickle juice, she draws an analogy to overcoming challenges in flute playing and career development. Whether it’s tackling difficult repertoire or advancing your flute business, Dr. Heidi encourages listeners to face short-term discomfort head-on, knowing it will propel them towards long-term success.
Main Points:
- Facing Temporary Discomfort for Long-Term Growth: Dr. Heidi recounts her struggle with muscle cramps and how drinking pickle juice, despite her aversion, was the key to overcoming them. She relates this to how avoiding difficult tasks in flute practice or career-building can hold you back.
- Pickle Juice as an Analogy: Just like the quick discomfort of drinking pickle juice, stepping outside of your comfort zone, whether in flute playing or business, is temporary but leads to major growth.
- Avoiding Short-Term Pain Leads to Long-Term Stagnation: Are you avoiding the "pickle juice" in your life? Whether it's practicing double-tonguing exercises or learning new business skills, confronting temporary challenges leads to long-term rewards.
- Small Efforts Lead to Big Results: Sometimes, the task you’re avoiding is much smaller and more manageable than you think. Just as Dr. Heidi learned that only a tablespoon of pickle juice was necessary, the efforts required to make significant progress may not be as overwhelming as they seem.
Call to Action:
- Register Now for the Flute 360 Accelerator Program happening on October 26th, 2024! Special guest Dr. Dennette Derby McDermott will be diving deep into Baroque music. Perfect for anyone working on Telemann Fantasies, Quantz Concerti, Bach Sonatas, ornamentation, and more!
- Register within the next two weeks to be one of the performers. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to get expert feedback and take your Baroque performance to the next level!
- The live session is scheduled for 10/26/24 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT.
- Links to register are below for all three tiers! The deadline is Friday, 10/19/24!
Resources:
- Michigan Medical Podcast – Read Here about the Benefits of Pickle Juice & Muscle Cramps
- Dr. Dennette McDermott’s Episode 14
- Dr. Dennette McDermott’s Episode 246
- Texas Flute Society
- National Flute Association
- The Flutist’s Détaché Book by Robert Stallman
- Practice Book for the Flute, Book 3: Articulation by Trevor Wye
- Flute Fundamentals by Mary Karen Clardy
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