Talking Flutes!

  • Author: Vários
  • Narrator: Vários
  • Publisher: Podcast
  • Duration: 182:57:44
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Synopsis

Flute related chat, tips, hints and the occasional flooty tooty fun!

Episodes

  • How To Unleash Your Own Musical Voice! - E: 305 with Steve Cole and Jean-Paul Wright

    25/03/2024 Duration: 59min

    "People don't respond to what you do, they respond to why you do it." This is a brilliant sax player perspective for every instrumentalist! Unleashing Creativity: The Musician's Perspective! Episode 306   In this captivating episode of the 'Talking Flutes' Podcast this week, Jean-Paul Wright ventures outside the realm of flutes to sit down with the multi-talented Steve Cole, the acclaimed composer, recording artist, saxophonist and educator.   Jazz, improvisation, and the quest for one's unique musical voice—these are just a few of the themes explored in the latest episode of Talking Flutes. As a saxophonist, composer and educator, Steve brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, offering insights that resonate with musicians of all stripes.   In this episode, Steve discusses the journey of finding one's voice, not just in music, but in life. He delves into the importance of inspiration and exemplars in shaping one's artistic identity. By sharing his own experiences, Steve illustrates ho

  • From Doubt to Dynamo: Elevating Musicians' Self-Worth. E:304 Bitesize with Jean-Paul Wright

    18/03/2024 Duration: 09min

    The Pursuit of Perfection: A Double-Edged Sword As performing musicians, the pursuit of excellence is ingrained in our very essence. The relentless drive to improve, the ceaseless study, and the desire for validation from others can create a challenging landscape for our self-worth. In this short podcast we’ll explore the pressures that musicians face in their quest for improvement, the impact of external measures on self-worth, and provide practical exercises to help musicians discover and appreciate their intrinsic value. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com   

  • Into The Beyond! E: 303 with Dr Mary Matthews & Nicole Chamberlain

    11/03/2024 Duration: 43min

    Spicing up your relationship with the flute! Extended techniques expand the palette of flute learning and playing. "The benefits of using extended techniques to improve your flute playing This week on 'Talking Flutes' Jean-Paul speaks with Dr Mary Matthews and Nicole Chamberlain about their latest publication 'Into The Beyond', a method book for flutists looking to develop their extended techniques such as beatboxing, jet whistles, singing and playing, multiphonics, which is a follow on tutor book from their first highly successful method flute book 'Beatboxing & Beyond'. Check out these fabulous flute methods books via your favourite flute store. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit https://tjflutes.com 

  • Note to Self: Escaping the Comparison Trap in Music : E302 with Jean-Paul Wright

    04/03/2024 Duration: 18min

    How to break free from the shackles of comparison! In the intricate tapestry of musical expression, the quest to be true to oneself often encounters a formidable obstacle—comparison. The impulse to measure one's musical journey against others can hinder creativity, stifle growth, and erode the joy of making music. In this short podcast recorded on the banks of a stream in the north of England on a cold day in March, Jean-Paul delves into the critical importance of freeing ourselves from self-limiting factors, particularly the pervasive influence of comparison.   'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • Rhythms of Resilience: Transformative Playing and Stories from the Edge : E 301 with Elsa Nilsson

    26/02/2024 Duration: 01h18min

    Transformative Notes from Death Row! In Talking Flutes Extra podcast this week Jean-Paul has a fascinating discussion with musician, composer, flute player and activist Elsa Nilsson. We start with the power of improvisation. The podcast then moves on to a composition using the voice of 'Maya Angelou' with 'The Band of Pulses' and we end with the story, voice and music of Keith LaMar, currently fighting his innocence from Death Row where he has an execution date set for 13th January 2027.   https://www.elsanilssonmusic.com 'Talking Flutes', Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com

  • Unveiling the Secrets Behind Our 300th Flute Podcast Episode!

    19/02/2024 Duration: 26min

    Gosh we made it! Join us as we celebrate our 300th episode of Talking Flutes! In this special podcast, we'll reveal the secrets behind our success and share some behind-the-scenes stories from our journey as flutists and podcasters. Whether you're a flute player, a musician, or just a fan of podcasts, you won't want to miss this episode! When we began the Talking Flutes podcast over 6 years ago, we initially had a target of getting to 10 pods and then see what the reaction was. After all, talking about flutes each week was potentially limiting in how many subjects within the flute sphere we thought we could think about. When we reached 52 podcasts a year later we set a new target of 100 and the we'd stop! Well "Ahem" (he clears his throat) we have finally hit 300 and are still going

  • Taming The Musical Control Freak! E: 299 with Jean-Paul Wright

    12/02/2024 Duration: 11min

    Taming the Musical Control Freak: Unleashing Creativity and Achieving Musical Excellence! As we all know, music, a universal language that transcends boundaries and stirs the soul, has the power to evoke emotions, inspire creativity, and connect us on a deep level. For many musicians, even if you don’t do if professionally, it becomes a lifelong passion, demanding dedication, practice, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. However, in this pursuit of musical perfection, which if we take a step back for a moment… we’ll know that perfectionism doesn’t exist due largely to us being at the behest of audience and teacher judgement and validation, yet even though we know deep down that finding genuine perfection isn’t possible, some of us may still find ourselves trapped in the clutches of perfectionism which may lead to the occasional transformation into a musical control freak. This mindset manifests in various ways, often fuelled by an underlying fear of making mistakes or falling short of one's own demanding

  • Deep Thoughts From A Flute Nerd! Episode 298 Dr Keith Hanlon

    05/02/2024 Duration: 28min

    To make the contrabass sound when you want you sometimes have to hit the notes two measures away

  • Teachers, Hobbies & Mentorship! E: 297 with Clare Southworth

    29/01/2024 Duration: 09min

    "Failure is feedback - feedback is knowledge - knowledge is power!" This week Clare is talking about the role of teachers, hobbies and mentorship. Listen to the complete 8 minute podcast and you'll hear Clare (retired Flute Professor at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music in London) making you a wonderful offer!! 'Talking Flutes', Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • Debunking The Myth Of Mindfulness! E:296 with Jean-Paul Wright

    22/01/2024 Duration: 15min

    Welcome to an exploration into the profound world of mindfulness. This practice, celebrated as a remedy for the strains of our modern lives, has gained significant popularity. But, as musicians, it's crucial to scrutinise the claims surrounding mindfulness and discern how it seamlessly intertwines with our musical journeys. In this Talking Flutes 'Bitesize' podcast, we embark on a quest to demystify the lore of mindfulness, unravelling its genuine benefits, delving into potential misconceptions, and understanding its limitations. Through a deeper comprehension, we aim to unlock its true potential for personal growth and well-being in the realm of music. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • Have we lost the beauty and enjoyment of our flute playing : E 295 with Hadar Noiberg

    15/01/2024 Duration: 58min

    "Tension and release draws the audience in and unlocks the narrative of the piece you're playing..." This week on 'Talking Flutes Extra' Jean-Paul speaks with the fabulous musician, flute player, composer and educator Hadar Noiberg. During this nearly hr long podcast they cover so many areas of performance and practice from 'Finding your authentic flute voice' through to the need to "open your heart and thoughts to different genres.  Do that and your sound and colours in your musical world will come alive". You can find out more about Hadar Noiberg at www.hadarnoiberg.com  'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • The flute players secret to avoiding comparison ! E:294 ’Bitesize’ with Jean-Paul Wright

    08/01/2024 Duration: 11min

    The joy of being a flute player! Being a flute player is a journey filled with joy, self-expression, and personal growth. As musicians, we embark on a unique path that allows us to create beautiful melodies and connect with the world through our music. However, the joy of being a flute player can sometimes be overshadowed by self-doubt and the temptation to compare ourselves to others. In this bitesized Talking Flutes podcast, we will explore the immense joy of being a flute player, the significance of embracing our individuality, and the detrimental impact of comparison. By understanding the value of our unique musical voice, we can nurture our passion for the flute and cultivate a lifelong love for the instrument. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • Why We Should Banish New Year Resolutions! E:293 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright

    01/01/2024 Duration: 37min

    Take action! DO NOT simply have plans and dreams!   As a musician it's vitally important that we are specific when we're setting new goals and intentions for our flute playing.  Having ideas and dreams remain just 'ideas & dreams' unless you 'Take Action'!  This week on our 7th Annual New Year episode, Jean-Paul is summoned (with a post NY eve party headache) down to Clare's family home to record an on-the-day pod.  Jean-Paul asks why anybody is still listening after 292 podcasts spread over nearly 7 years whilst Clare speaks about the impact and input that our lovely listeners continue to make! 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com   

  • Your festive flute questions answered! Podcast 292 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright

    18/12/2023 Duration: 25min

    How much should I practice over the festive period? In this 7th Festive episode (Podcast #292), gosh this is actually the 7th annual Christmas Talking Flutes podcast that we've made, Jean-Paul and Clare cover some of the flute playing questions that you've sent in.  They also speak about what they will be doing over the festive period, including the obligatory jigsaw. The opening and closing 'Jingle Bells' track is played by the brilliant Barry Griffths aka Grizzlyflute on social media. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and we look forward to being back with our next podcast on New Year's  Day. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • Are you an over thinker? Podcast 291 with Jean-Paul Wright

    11/12/2023 Duration: 15min

    The pitfalls and solutions to over thinking! As musicians, it really easy to fall in to the trap of setting up a recursive loop pattern of over thinking.  It could be about a difficult piece or passage that is causing us issues, a past performance or something that's happening in our lives outside of music, which is then having a major impact on it! In this short podcast, which includes a short creative visualisation, Jean-Paul looks at what we can do to break the thinking chain to enable us to be free as musicians. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • Your flute playing questions answered! E:290 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright

    04/12/2023 Duration: 33min

    Revamp your flute journey by diving into the latest episode of "Talking Flutes" with Jean-Paul and Clare down in Hove (south of England), unraveling the many mysteries of setting up your very own flute studio. Join the conversation with them both as they tackle more intriguing questions from fellow enthusiasts. Discover the liberating yet occasionally frustrating aspects of establishing your flute teaching practice. Uncover the secrets behind the invigorating experience of incorporating group lessons into your teaching repertoire. Plus the importance of pushing yourself to reach new heights with the instrument you have whilst always trying to be the best flute playing version of yourself. "Talking Flutes," "Talking Flutes Extra," and "Bitesize," are captivating podcast productions by the TJ flute company. Elevate your flute expertise and explore more at www.tjflutes.com. 

  • Staying Connected With The Audience. E:289 Talking Flutes ’Bitesize’ with Jean-Paul Wright

    27/11/2023 Duration: 09min

    The importance of being in the moment! Music has the remarkable ability to transcend time and space, inviting us to journey through emotions and stories crafted by composers. When a musician steps onto the stage, they become the conduit through which these emotions flow, seeking to communicate with their audience on a profound level. However, achieving this connection requires more than technical prowess. It demands a deep and unwavering link between the performer and the music, a connection that stretches beyond notes and rhythms. In this bitesize pod, we’ll explore the significance of staying connected with the music when performing a piece, delving into the impact it has on both the performer and the listener. Through examples and practical exercises, we unravel the art of being present in the musical moment. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • Is there a flute playing G.O.A.T? Talking Flutes Episode 288 with Josh Johnson & Jean-Paul Wright

    20/11/2023 Duration: 01h01min

    Is Josh the ultimate flute nerd? This week Jean-Paul meets up with flute player and multi-instrumentalist Josh Johnson who has traded New York for London, to ask him flute questions that have been sent in by listeners. 1. Is there a G.O.A.T? 2. What makes a flute nerd? 3. What's the most special flute you've played? 4. Who are your five favourite flute players? 5. Why do people get upset with vibrato? 6. What are your favourite makers of piccolo, C flute, alto and bass? 7. Why should somebody attend a flute convention? along with other related questions. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com 

  • Musical Liberation and Freedom! E:287 with Jean-Paul Wright

    13/11/2023 Duration: 17min

    Don't listen of you're driving!! This week is a very different podcast and one that whilst it has been requested quite a few times by listeners, we have been at a loss as to how to actually work it in. You see, many of our listeners catch-up each week on their way to work in the car, train or walking.  This podcast should not be listened to if you are driving or walking as we've succumbed! This week we have a creative visualisation exercise on the subject of ‘Liberation & Empowerment’ which many of you will find easier if you are able to close your eyes. So please switch the podcast off if you’re catching up whilst driving or walking and make sure you listen when you are able to sit down for 10 minutes. Please take a moment to 'Like' and 'Rate' this podcast on whatever provider you are listening to this on.  It really does help! 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize pods are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com     

  • Finger Technique for Flute Players! E: 286 with Elizabeth Walker and Clare Southworth

    06/11/2023 Duration: 43min

    "Don't be stuck to the music stand!" This week on Talking Flutes Clare speaks once again with the fabulous Elizabeth Walker about finger technique.  Amongst many important topics, they explore why technique is only as good as your sound, correct hand positioning, discuss open vs closed holes and speak about the why controlled relaxation allows movement. A really important and interesting pod which covers a large swathe of flute study questions that we often get asked! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @talkingflutes and also send in any flute or performance related question to us at flutepodcasts@gmail.com  'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company.  For more information visit www.tjflutes.com

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