Episode 311: Beyond the Practice Room - Cultivating Community and Unique Voices with Dr. Daniel Velasco

11/14/24 • 57 min

Flute 360 | Episode 311: “Beyond the Practice Room - Cultivating Community and Unique Voices with Dr. Daniel Velasco”

In today’s episode, Dr. Heidi K. Begay introduces Dr. Daniel Velasco, providing a sneak peek into his teaching style and philosophy. Daniel shares his journey from performer to educator, highlighting his commitment to cultivating unique voices and fostering a supportive, empowering flute community.

With a passion for guiding students in exploring their strengths and building their individual paths, Daniel discusses the importance of kindness, community, and balancing traditional and creative career opportunities in music.

This episode is a taste of what’s to come in Daniel’s upcoming guest session for the Flute 360 Accelerator on November 30th!

Main Points:

Building a Musical Identity: Daniel emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between performance, teaching, and personal research to create a fulfilling career in music.
Supportive Studio Environment: Creating a positive and encouraging environment allows students to express their unique musical voices confidently.
Embracing Diversity in Paths: Daniel encourages students to explore not only traditional roles but also other interests, such as music therapy, business, or other double majors, to expand their opportunities.
Networking and Community: Daniel shares his journey from a shy performer to an inclusive community leader, stressing the importance of fostering connections within the music community.
Leading with Kindness: The importance of kindness in the music world, ensuring that every interaction builds trust and leaves a lasting, positive impact.

Call To Action: Don't miss the opportunity to join Dr. Daniel Velasco’s masterclass/mastermind on November 30th from 11 AM to 1 PM CT! Register by November 29th to gain access to this exclusive session, connect with new flute friends, explore a library of 30 videos from past live sessions, and receive direct support from Dr. Heidi K. Begay. Unlock your artistry, elevate your flute voice, and advance your career to the next level! CLICK HERE!

P.S. Are you listening to this content AFTER November 2024? If so, thanks! AND – you did NOT miss out. The replay is still available, so click here to get access to this transformative session with Drs. Heidi Begay & Daniel Velasco! Enjoy!

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Flute 360 | Episode 311: “Beyond the Practice Room - Cultivating Community and Unique Voices with Dr. Daniel Velasco”

This episode is a taste of what’s to come in Daniel’s upcoming guest session for the Flute 360 Accelerator on November 30th!

Main Points:

Building a Musical Identity: Daniel emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between performance, teaching, and personal research to create a fulfilling career in music.
Supportive Studio Environment: Creating a positive and encouraging environment allows students to express their unique musical voices confidently.
Embracing Diversity in Paths: Daniel encourages students to explore not only traditional roles but also other interests, such as music therapy, business, or other double majors, to expand their opportunities.
Networking and Community: Daniel shares his journey from a shy performer to an inclusive community leader, stressing the importance of fostering connections within the music community.
Leading with Kindness: The importance of kindness in the music world, ensuring that every interaction builds trust and leaves a lasting, positive impact.

Guest’s Links:

Follow Heidi!

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Episode 310: Pushing Past Comfort - The Teacher’s Role in Growth

Flute 360 | Episode 310: “Pushing Past Comfort - The Teacher’s Role in Growth”

In today’s solo episode, I’m talking directly to you, the dedicated flute teacher who might sometimes wonder if you’re doing it “right” when a student resists your guidance. Teaching can feel challenging, especially when we encounter pushback. However, I want to remind you that it’s part of the growth process!

Together, we’ll dive into why this discomfort can be a powerful sign of progress, both for you and your students. I’ll share a story from my own experience working with Dr. Garrett Hope, and what it taught me about handling student resistance with understanding and purpose. As teachers, we’re asking our students to stretch beyond their comfort zones, but it’s crucial we’re doing the same for ourselves.

This episode also includes a personal invitation to join me for a Mastermind and Masterclass on November 30, 2024. We’ll address key topics like studio success, student growth, and teaching strategies that truly make an impact. If you’re looking for support and practical tools to guide your students confidently, I’d love for you to be there.

Call to Action: Ready to embrace your flute & career growth for 2024 and beyond? Reserve your spot in our upcoming Mastermind and Masterclass on November 30th from 11 AM to 1 PM CT with our guest Dr. Daniel Velasco!

Do you want to be a performer? The deadline to grab a performer seat is 11/16/24! Email me at [email protected] to let me know of your interest! Thanks!

Let’s empower each other as teachers, mentors & flutists —register at heidikaybegay.com to connect, learn, and continue the journey together!

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Episode 312: When Podcasts Collide - A Fun Swap with Inline G’s Gareth Houston

Flute 360 | Episode 312: “When Podcasts Collide - A Fun Swap with Inline G’s Gareth Houston”

In this lively and engaging episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sits down with Gareth Houston of the Inline G podcast for a spirited podcast swap. Together, they dive into the overlaps and contrasts between their shows and careers, offering listeners unique insights into the power of podcasting as a creative and professional tool. Whether you’re a seasoned flutist or just dipping your toes into the flute world, this episode is packed with relatable stories, actionable advice, and plenty of laughs. Discover how podcasting can transform your artistic journey and why there’s room for every voice at the table!

Main Points:

Exploring the transformative power of podcasting for musicians.
The importance of finding your unique voice and creating space for diverse perspectives in the music world.
Overcoming fear and self-doubt in building creative platforms.
The parallels between music-making and podcasting, including community building and confidence growth.
Embracing cultural diversity and linguistic inclusivity in the flute and podcasting spaces.
How networking and persistence can open unexpected doors, both in podcasting and music.

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