Flute 360 | Episode 300: “Crafting Dreams – Peter Musenge's Vision for Flutes and Community Change” In this milestone 300th episode of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay reconnects with a very special former student, Peter Musenge, a talented Zambian flutist with big dreams of making an impact on his community through music. Join us as Peter shares his…

Flute 360 | Episode 299: “Mirror Image - Finding Your Dream Client in Your Own Reflection” In Episode 299 of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay dives into the power of reflection in discovering your dream client. By sharing your authentic story, you create deep connections with clients who resonate with your experiences and values. Dr. Heidi illustrate…

Flute 360 | Episode 298: “Minds Aligned - How Your Closest Connections Define Your Success” In Episode 298 of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay delves into how your closest connections profoundly influence your success as a flutist and entrepreneur. She discusses the concept that you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with, a n…

Flute 360 | Episode 297: “Lead by Example - Embracing Your Zone of Genius to Inspire Peers” In this powerful episode of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay encourages you to step boldly into your zone of genius, not just for yourself but for your entire community. By embracing your authentic self, you’re not only serving your own artistic journey but al…

Flute 360 | Episode 296: “1% Better Every Day - The Power of Tiny Habits for Breaking Barriers” Welcome to Episode 296 of Flute 360! In this episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay dives into the power of small, consistent habits to help you break barriers and achieve your goals as a modern flutist. Whether you're struggling to find your artistic voice, gain …

Flute 360 | Episode 295: "Transform Your Routine – Leading with Non-Negotiables" In this empowering episode of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay delves into the importance of establishing non-negotiables in your daily routine to enhance your personal and professional life. Drawing from her own experiences and the inspiring stories shared by her listen…

Flute 360 | Episode 294: “Visible and Valued - Embrace Selling as an Invitation to Help” In this episode of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay addresses the common fear and discomfort around selling by reframing it as an invitation to help. She emphasizes the importance of showing up consistently, knowing your audience, and leading with value to build …

Flute 360 | Episode 293: “Heeding Your Calling - Trusting the Process for Unexpected Success” In Episode 293 of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay delves into the importance of heeding your calling and trusting the process for unexpected success. She shares her personal journey and encourages flutists to listen deeply to their hearts and God's voice to…

Flute 360 | Episode 292: "Unwavering Focus – Shutting Out Negativity and Embracing Your Calling" In Episode 292 of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay delves into the importance of maintaining unwavering focus, shutting out negativity, and embracing your calling as a flutist. She addresses the challenges of dealing with naysayers and negative influences…

Flute 360 | Episode 291: "The Shortcut to Success – Replicate and Thrive" In this engaging episode of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay dives into the concept of replicating success to carve out your unique career path as a flutist. Drawing from her personal journey and experiences, she shares how observing and emulating the successful steps of her me…

Flute 360 | Episode 290: "Natalie Van Slyke’s Flute 360 Transformation!" In this inspiring episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay chats with the talented flutist Natalie Van Slyke about her transformative journey in the world of music. From overcoming early rejections to securing a full scholarship at Roosevelt University, Natalie shares her story of perseve…

Flute 360 | Episode 289: “Breathe, Flute, Repeat – Relaxation Tips” In Episode 289 of the Flute 360 Podcast, "Breathe, Flute, Repeat – Relaxation Tips," I, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay, chat about how to handle stress and anxiety with some easy breathwork. I'll guide you through a quick four-minute breathing exercise that’s perfect for calming your nerves. …

Flute 360 | Episode 288: “The Grit Behind the Glory” In Episode 288 of Flute 360, titled "The Grit Behind the Glory," Dr. Heidi Kay Begay explores the dedication and hard work required to achieve prestigious titles and awards. Drawing from personal experiences, Heidi emphasizes the importance of persistence, patience, and embracing the messy, gritt…

Flute 360 | Episode 287: “Courage Over Perfection – Start Now, Perfect Later” Hello Flutist! In this episode, we dive into the idea that the task you fear and avoid is exactly where you need to be. Overthinking and overanalyzing take more time and energy than simply diving in and completing the task. Embrace the courage to start now and perfect you…

Flute 360 | Episode 286: “Catch Up with Me – A Flute 360 Update!” Welcome to Episode 286 of the Flute 360 podcast! I'm Dr. Heidi Kay Begay, and I'm thrilled to reconnect with you after a brief hiatus. This episode is packed with personal updates, valuable insights, and some coaching tips to help you thrive as both an artist and a musicpreneur. Than…

Flute 360 | Episode 285: “Empower Your Healing – Options and Actions for a Healthier You” Welcome to a transformative episode of Flute 360, where Dr. Heidi Kay Begay guides you through personal insights and actionable advice on navigating health challenges and rehabilitation. Drawing from her own experiences, Dr. Begay discusses the vital importanc…

Flute 360 | Episode 284: “Gathering Strength – A Supportive Prayer for Our Flute Family” In this heartfelt episode of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay dedicates a special session to uplift and support the global flute community through prayer. Amidst the growth of the Flute 360 platform, including the Family Private Group and various educational prog…

Flute 360 | Episode 283: "Duet Decisions – Navigating Relocation & Career Moves with Your Partner" In this heartfelt episode of Flute 360, I'm joined by my husband and partner, Eric Jay Begay, to discuss the deeply personal and often challenging topic of navigating career decisions as a couple within the music industry. Whether you're relocating fo…

Flute 360 | Episode 282: “Flute Fusion – Blending Creativity and Business for Success” In this invigorating episode of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay dives into the interplay between creativity and business wisdom, essential for today's modern flutists. Dr. Heidi outlines strategies for flutists to convert their artistic visions into successful ent…

Flute 360 | Episode 281: "Flute Forward - Opening Doors, Creating Opportunities" Join Dr. Heidi Kay Begay as she explores the theme of creating opportunities in the music world. This episode is dedicated to empowering musicians to navigate challenges and leverage their networking and self-promotion skills, opening doors to new creative, musical, an…

Flute 360 | Episode 280: "From Flute Frenzy to Time Mastery: Prioritize Your Passion" In this episode, Dr. Heidi Begay shares her insights on time management and prioritizing passions for flutists and music entrepreneurs. After taking a three-month break, Heidi returns with strategies and personal experiences to help listeners navigate their busy s…

Flute 360 | Episode 279: “Chamber Music and Touring with Michael Avitabile” Do you love playing in a chamber group? Have you seen yourself as a performer, but not necessarily as a solo flutist? What if chamber music was calling your name as you were carving out your unique flutepreneur path? Listen to Michael Avitabile’s story as he created his cha…

Flute 360 | Episode 278: “A Sneak Peek Into Flute 360’s 5-Day Challenge, Part 5” Are you at your wits end when it comes to your 360 transformations? What I mean by that is, are you craving to be courageous, confident, and self-assured on and off your musical stage? Are you wanting to build new doors of creative and financial opportunities for yours…

Flute 360 | Episode 277: “A Sneak Peek Into Flute 360’s 5-Day Challenge, Part 4” Are you at your wits end when it comes to your 360 transformations? What I mean by that is, are you craving to be courageous, confident, and self-assured on and off your musical stage? Are you wanting to build new doors of creative and financial opportunities for yours…

Flute 360 | Episode 276: “A Sneak Peek Into Flute 360’s 5-Day Challenge, Part 3” Are you at your wits end when it comes to your 360 transformations? What I mean by that is, are you craving to be courageous, confident, and self-assured on and off your musical stage? Are you wanting to build new doors of creative and financial opportunities for yours…

Flute 360 | Episode 275: “A Sneak Peek Into Flute 360’s 5-Day Challenge, Part 2” Are you at your wits end when it comes to your 360 transformations? What I mean by that is, are you craving to be courageous, confident, and self-assured on and off your musical stage? Are you wanting to build new doors of creative and financial opportunities for yours…

Flute 360 | Episode 274: “A Sneak Peek Into Flute 360’s 5-Day Challenge, Part 1” Are you at your wits end when it comes to your 360 transformations? What I mean by that is, are you craving to be courageous, confident, and self-assured on and off your musical stage? Are you wanting to build new doors of creative and financial opportunities for yours…

Flute 360 | Episode 273: “A True 360 Convo with Dr. Timothy Hagen!” Do you have trouble saying, “No”? When was the last time you efficiently managed your time and energy? Are you still questioning whether or not you deserve rest? I guarantee that after listening to this episode, you will return to a place of empathy for yourself in remembering that…

Flute 360 | Episode 272: “A Holiday Rewind – What do you need to unpack?” Episode 272 is an oldie but goodie in this holiday rewind! E272 was originally launched as E213, and it’s one of your favorite episodes! Sit back and relax as you go through this short but sweet episode all about a Pier 1 hall tree. Unpack the piece of furniture with me, and …

Flute 360 | Episode 271: “Joyful Scaling with Judy Weber!” Are you stuck in the early stages of becoming an entrepreneur? If you’re a seasoned professional, are you looking to scale your business and grow your CEO skillset? It is Judy Weber’s mission to uplevel the way Christian women do business, and in this episode, she offers this wisdom to us a…

Flute 360 | Episode 270: “Students Who Feel Supported Will Thrive!” Are your students feeling motivated and supported? If you’re searching for ways to better create an environment for your students to thrive, then look no further! In this “minisode,” I will share three examples of how I personally foster these relationships within my 360 flute stud…

Flute 360 | Episode 269: “Suzuki, Piccolo & Auditions…Oh My! with Chris James” Have you ever gotten feedback that your music-making lacks expression? Have you ever felt challenged when it comes to creating emotion through sound? Through the above topics, Chris James has learned to break down the elements of expression and is passionate about sharin…

Flute 360 | Episode 268: “Brunch Inspiration with Eric Jay!” Ever wonder what it’s like to sit down at the Begay’s dining room table and listen into what we are talking about? Well, this morning Eric and I were having such a great convo about his thoughts on music business, I literally said: “Pause. Stop. Don’t continue that thought until we get YO…

Flute 360 | Episode 267: “Healing from the Inside Out” Are you enduring a season of physical pain? Are you feeling stuck in a cycle that isn’t leading towards healing? What if I told you that given the right tools and nourishment, your body can and will heal itself and that’s exactly what it’s been designed to do? Since being in a recent car accide…

Flute 360 | Episode 266: “Intentional Musicianship with Jeff Price!” Congratulations are in order! Listen and join in on congratulating Jeff Price on the release of his new podcast entitled, “Intentional Musicianship.” Having formerly served with multiple esteemed Army musical units, Jeff shares with us how he has mastered the art of pivoting and w…

Flute 360 | Episode 265: “Create Your Portfolio Career with Dr. Flute!” Who is Dr. Flute? A mom of four, a wife, a professor, and a YouTuber; Dr. Angela McBrearty talks about juggling her time and energy in order to make room for flute-playing. Let this conversation serve as a reminder that with the right tools, we can make the most out of where we…

Flute 360 | Episode 264: “The Fridkis Bros Talk with Heidi!” Enjoy this candid conversation with Jake, Gabe, and Heidi in this three-way call. Jake and Gabe are flutists in the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, and they chat about orchestral life, auditions, concept of sound, past teachers, and more! Lastly, you are invited to our Flute 360 Accelerato…

Flute 360 | Episode 263: “You Bring Value to the Table with Arthur Breur” Listen to today’s episode if you need a boost of inspiration! We discuss topics, such as… Your Value as an Individual Small Chamber of Commerce Seeking Musical Opportunities Outside of Your Musical Circle And More! Arthur Breur is not only a musician, but he’s a composer and …

Flute 360 | Episode 262: “Help! I don’t have time for…” Are your personal and professional goals falling to the wayside? Does it feel like you are getting boughed down by life’s minutiae and you don’t have the time for the goals that really hold importance for you in your life? Do you ever feel like you don’t have enough time to practice? Does it e…

Flute 360 | Episode 261: “What Makes You Unique?” Are you seeking out a change in your life and, or music career? Are you wanting something different for your musical path, but are unsure of what that is for you? In this solo episode, Heidi walks you through FOUR exercises to help you gain the clarity that you need for this upcoming season. Whether…

Flute 360 | Episode 260: "Thinking of the Big Picture with Dr. Erika Boysen!" Do you want to sit back and enjoy a candid flute talk with two flute friends? Well, you can with E260! Drs. Erika Boysen & Heidi Kay Begay talk everything flute in a fun, intimate setting. Listen to Erika’s life as a mom, flute professor, and creative artist so you can fi…

Flute 360 | Episode 259: “Stepping into Confidence with Dr. Brielle Frost!” Drs. Brielle Frost and Heidi Kay Begay have a fun chat about academia, studio building, performance anxiety, and more! If you are wanting to say “bye-bye” to stage fright, and “hello” to confidence, then this episode is for you! Brielle offers one amazing tip that has never…

Flute 360 | Episode 258: “A Road Trip to NFA 2023” Come say “hi” to me, Flute 360 guests, Flute 360 listeners, and Carolyn Nussbaum at Booth #509 in Phoenix, Arizona for the NFA 2023 Convention! Are you traveling to NFA and you want to catch-up with some amazing Flute 360 content? Then definitely check-out my guest’s shows that are listed below! Wh…

Flute 360 | Episode 257: “A Holistic Approach to Music Making with Emma Shubin” Body movement in music performance is often a hotly debated topic. We may find ourselves inquiring, “Is my movement getting in the way of my performance?” or “Do I need more movement in order to avoid looking stiff or robotic?” Emma Shubin’s answer to this argument is s…

Flute 360 | Episode 256: “Build a Thriving Music Studio with Dr. Katherine Emeneth” If you are feeling overwhelmed with trying to build your own private music studio or with another rejection from a music professor position, we get it and we know who can help! Dr. Katherine Emeneth has a golden heart of servitude and genuinely wants to see you and …

By Heidi Kay Begay

Flute 360 | Episode 254: “A Holistic Approach to Flute Playing with Diogo Soares!” It can be easy to lose touch with our own unique voice while training to be a classical musician. In the process of overanalyzing with our minds in the practice room, many of us have lost connection to our heart or gut. In this episode, Diogo Soares goes right to the…

Flute 360 | Episode 253: “Making a Point to Build Professional Relationships with Nestor Torres” In today’s episode, Nestor Torres and Heidi Kay Begay talk about what it takes to build genuine professional relationships. Why does this matter? It matters, because we as individuals cannot be successful on our musical journey alone. We need people. Wh…

Flute 360 | Episode 252: “The Life of a Flutepreneur with Amanda Dame!” Do you want to know what it’s like to be a flutepreneur? What about knowing and understanding what it takes to make passive income for your flute business? Or what about acquiring tips on marketing and pre-selling your music offerings? If you are dreaming to create your busines…

Flute 360 | Episode 251: “There is Clarity in Action with Andrea Fisher!” Do you struggle with getting your creative musical ideas out into existence? Are you having a hard time knowing where to start and how to pursue your flute endeavors? We get it. It can be trying and hard to not know the direction you want or need to take for your flute career…