Episode 106: An Interview with Beatriz Macías

Flute 360 | Episode 106: “An Interview with Beatriz Macías” (45:09)

In today’s episode, Heidi talks with Beatriz Macías who is the artistic director of the Tampere Flute Fest on April 25-26, 2020 in Finland! In this inspiriting conversation, Beatriz shares with us what it takes to be an artistic director, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and much more! Check-out today’s episode to be encouraged as you organize your next music event!

Episode 106 – Main Points:

0:50– Gold Sponsor: Carolyn Nussbaum Music Company 2:01 – Welcome & Introduction! 2:35 – Flute 360’s Episode 15 4:23 – Question: Please share, with the listeners, who you are and your musical background! 4:27 – Beatriz’s Answer 5:00 – Music & Music Education in Texas 5:53 – Reinecke’s Flute Concerto 5:57 – Boston Conservatory at Berklee 6:21 – Yamaha Young Performing Artists 8:35 – Texas Flute Society 11:18 – Question: You are the artistic director of the Tampere Flute Festival, which will be held on April 25-26, 2020. Is this the first time that you’ve held such a position? 11:30 – Beatriz’s Answer 11:45 – Question: What inspired you to launch this flute festival? 11:50 – Beatriz’s Answer 13:50 – National Flute Association 13:54 – Houston Flute Club 14:24 – Question: Through this position, what lessons have you learned along the way? 14:30 – Answer: Communication, Prioritization & Build Community Support 16:15 – Question: What responsibilities does the artistic director have? 16:35 – Beatriz’s Answer 20:55 – Beatriz lists her three goals for this Tampere Flute Festival (2020). 22:55 – Alexis Roman, flutist (E101) 23:14 – Tip: Write-out your mission statement before heading into a new role! 23:57 – Marketing & Visibility 25:25 – Question: In regards to the sponsors, please feel free to share who they are, and what tricks of the trade did you utilize to obtain these corporate sponsorships? 25:39 – Beatriz mentions the festival’s corporate sponsors – listen here! 28:20 – Flute 360’s Episode 100 30:29 – Question: Please share with us the design of the festival’s website. 30:37 – Beatriz’s Answer 33:25 – Question: Do you have any advice for the students who will be competing and, or performing at the festival? 33:45 – Beatriz’s Answer 34:43 – Learn the art of resilience like nylon! 35:53 – Hélène Boulègue, flutist 37:38 – Question: Any last sentiments that you’d like to share? 37:45 – Beatriz’s Answer 39:27 – PICKS! 43:28 – Conclusion 43:56 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K Productions

PICKS!

Beatriz

Sauna Capital – Tampere, Finland Finnish Language

Heidi:

Navajo Turquoise and Coral Jewelry for both Men & Women! The Diné People & Language

Episode 106 – Resources Mentioned:

Heidi Kay Begay’s Website Tampere Flute Festival’s Website Tampere Flute Festival’s Guest Artists Tampere Flute Festival’s Masterclass Application – Due 03/01/2020 Tampere Flute Festival’s Young Artist Competition – Due 03/15/2020 Flute 360’s Interview with Beatriz Macías – Episode 15 Flute 360’s Episode 100 Flute 360’s Episode 101

Episode 106 – Sponsors:

Gold Level: Carolyn Nussbaum Music Company Silver & Bronze Level: J&K Productions