Talking Flutes
458 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★ - 19 ratingsWelcome to the dynamic and captivating world of Talking Flutes, the ultimate Flute Podcast Channel that combines simplicity with sensational content. Join us as we unlock the secrets to flute mastery and dive into intriguing conversations with leading flute players, all while sprinkling in mental health awareness, stunning music, laughter, and boundless fun.
Picture this: two extraordinary individuals with a passion for the flute come together to create something extraordinary. Meet Clare Southworth, a renowned flute player, author, golfer, and esteemed retired Professor at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Add to the mix Jean-Paul Wright, flute player, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Public Speaker, and the Managing Director of the world-famous TJ flute brand. Together, they form a duet that will entertain and inspire you throughout your flute journey.
Prepare yourself for a symphony of engaging conversations as we sit down with some of the world’s most prominent flute players. From the legendary Sir James Galway to the mesmerising Jasmine Choi, Denis Bouriakov, Paul Edmund-Davies, Gareth Davies, and an extensive list of other phenomenal flute-playing guests, our podcast boasts an incredible lineup. And that’s not all – we’ll also be joined by Grammy and Emmy-winning musicians who will leave you in awe.
But Talking Flutes is more than just remarkable interviews. We go beyond the flute to address mental health awareness, featuring advice and insights from Dr. Joe Stammeijer and Forensic Psychologist Dr Beth Wright. It’s essential to nourish not only your musical talents but also your well-being.
Each episode is carefully crafted to provide a delightful blend of entertainment and education. Immerse yourself in captivating discussions, discover insider tips, and witness the magic of music as it intertwines with the stories and experiences of our esteemed guests. Laughter is the secret ingredient that infuses every episode, making Talking Flutes an enjoyable and light-hearted experience.
So, are you ready to embark on this enchanting flute-filled journey? Subscribe to Talking Flutes today and join the vibrant community of flute lovers. Let the music, laughter, and wisdom nourish your passion for the flute and leave you craving more. It’s time to let your flute dreams soar with Talking Flutes as your trusted guide.
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Episodes
Banish Comparison And Embrace Your Individuality : E:268 with Jean-Paul Wright
July 02, 2023 23:03 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBLiberating Your Power of Individuality and Why Musicians Should Embrace Their Unique Journey The world of music is a diverse tapestry, woven with countless individual threads, each carrying its own unique expression and style. However, amidst this rich tapestry, musicians often find themselves trapped in the relentless cycle of comparison. In this podcast Jean-Paul will briefly explore the detrimental effects of comparing oneself to others and highlight the transformative benefits of embra...
Do You Get Performance Anxiety? Bitesize Episode 13 : Podcast 267 with Jean-Paul Wright
June 25, 2023 23:05 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MBPerformance anxiety is a common experience among musicians, regardless of their skill level or stage of career. The pressure to deliver a flawless performance in front of an audience or examiner can trigger a range of physical and psychological symptoms that hinder musicians from reaching their full potential. In this bitesize pod, we’ll explore the nature of performance anxiety, its impact on musicians, and effective coping strategies to manage and overcome this challenge. By understanding ...
Is flute movement off-putting? E:266 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
June 18, 2023 23:01 - 23 minutes - 32 MBDo you move too much when you are playing? This week on Talking Flutes, Clare and Jean-Paul look at three questions which have been sent in by listeners. 1. What do we think about musicians moving around when playing? 2. Blind or open auditions to increase diversity 3. Flute sustainability Please rate and like Talking Flutes with whatever provider you are listening on and keep sending in your flute or performance related questions to us on our socials @talkingflutes on Instagram and Fac...
The legacy of Louis Lot flutes. Bitesize E: 12 Podcast 265 with Jean-Paul Wright
June 11, 2023 23:05 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBThis week we’re taking a very brief look at the iconic Louis Lot Flute Company and their legacy of excellence and innovation. The first Lot flutes were made in 1855 and over 168 years later, Louis Lot flutes have earned a reputation for their exceptional craftsmanship, exquisite tonal quality, and outstanding performance capabilities. In this brief pod, we’ll very briefly delve into the fascinating story of the Louis Lot Flute Company, exploring its origins, its contributions to the develo...
Monty Python, British Aristocracy, Star Wars, Shakespeare & the flute? E: 264 with Jean-Paul Wright
June 04, 2023 23:05 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBWhat does a Monty Python, London Cockney, Shakespeare, a French composer, a pirate, an alien, a member of the British aristocracy, Star Wars, and the Talking Flutes Podcast all have in common? This week on Talking Flutes Extra, Jean-Paul has really gone off at a tangent and must have had too much rain on his head when he was on holiday last week! You're going to have to listen if you want to find out...WARNING...this Episode is ridiculous! Talking Flutes, Talking Flutes Extra and Bitesiz...
Getting out of your own way! Bitesize E:11 Podcast 263 with Jean-Paul Wright
May 28, 2023 23:04 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBDo you cause your own performance, practice and goal setting problems? In Talking Flutes Bitesize podcast this week, Jean-Paul briefly looks at the importance of getting out of our own way to succeed in our musical life. Many of us have faced situations in our lives where we have felt stuck, unable to move forward or achieve our goals. Sometimes, the biggest obstacle standing in our way is ourselves. We often hold ourselves back with limiting beliefs, negative self-talk, and fear of failur...
The melody is the hook! E: 262 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
May 21, 2023 23:05 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBBringing Berio's Sequenza to Life! This week on Talking Flutes, Clare and Jean-Paul will be addressing additional questions sent in by podcast listeners. To cultivate and enhance your musical growth, it is crucial for you to consistently venture beyond classical music and delve into the diverse music of other cultures and styles. The profound impact of this exhilarating exploration into different rhythms, melodies, and musical expressions on your own music and interpretation cannot be unde...
Creative Visualisation for Flute Players! Talking Flutes Bitesize E:10 Podcast 261
May 14, 2023 23:05 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MBAs musicians, we all want to deliver the best possible performance, but sometimes nerves or distractions can get in the way. Creative visualisation is a technique that involves using mental imagery to create or recreate experiences in our minds. By visualising a particular scenario or outcome, we can help prepare ourselves for it and increase the chances of it happening in reality. Creative visualization is a powerful tool that can help us overcome inner obstacles and give us an additional...
Piccolo curiosity is the solution! E:260 with Egor Egorkin Piccolo with Berliner Philharmonika
May 07, 2023 23:05 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBYes you too can fall in love with playing the piccolo! This week on Talking Flutes, Jean-Paul speaks with Egor Egorkin, the Principal Piccolo player of the Berliner Philharmonika. In this insightful episode, Egor speaks about the process of creating a balance of pitch and emotion, how practicing whistle tones can really help your piccolo practice, and the importance of finding the right colour in the intonation process. For Egor, being constantly curious with the piccolo and searching ...
Unlocking your inner Creativity! Talking Flutes Bitesize E:9 Podcast 259
April 30, 2023 23:03 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MBCreativity is a key component of human experience. It enables us to approach problems and challenges in unique and innovative ways, to see the world from different perspectives, and to express ourselves through various forms of art and self-expression. Unfortunately, many of us believe that creativity is a rare talent reserved for artists and musicians, or that it's something we're born with or without. However, research shows that creativity is a skill that can be cultivated and developed o...
What’s your performance preference? E:258 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
April 23, 2023 23:06 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBMemory, tablet or sheet music? Do you need to study music theory or can you focus solely on your practice? In 'Talking Flutes' podcast this week, Clare and Jean-Paul begin a 5 part discussion around many questions which have been sent in by listeners over the past few months. Follow us on social media at FB and IG @talkingflutes and please give us a 'Like' and a rating on whatever podcast provider you're listening to this on. After nearly 6 years of doing this very popular weekly podcast...
Unlocking Creative Blocks! The Happiness Hypothesis E:8 Podcast 257
April 17, 2023 07:34 - 10 minutes - 14.3 MBDo you need some strategies to unlock your musical creativity or are you experiencing a block? Creative blocks can be caused by many factors including stress, fatigue, lack of inspiration or even interest in what you are doing! In this short Bitesize podcast this week, Jean-Paul talks about how basic self-care strategies can help to break down any block you are experiencing. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For m...
HowTo Be Your Own Agent! Podcast 256 with Morgan Pappas
April 09, 2023 23:12 - 39 minutes - 54 MB"Make everybody you meet be curious about you!" "Everything in life that we do, we should do with intention!" In this episode, Jean-Paul speaks with flute player, author, managing agent and marketeer Morgan Pappas about her change of career. From flutist to Artist Agent and what made her make such a leap in to a new world! We also cover her brilliant new e-book 'How To Be Your Own Agent' and why you can totally do this on your own! 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize'...
Developing a growth mindset! Happiness Hypothesis Bitesize E:7 Podcast 255
April 02, 2023 23:09 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MBDo you have any external or internal self-limiting factors that may be preventing you from achieving your musical goals. A growth mindset is a belief that your abilities can be realised through dedication and hard work. In this short 'Bitesize' episode, Jean-Paul looks at how developing a structured and realistic growth mindset will help to point you in the right direction to success. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' Episodes are podcast productions by the TJ flute ...
Projection, Resonance & Dynamics! E: 254 with Elizabeth Walker & Clare Southworth
March 26, 2023 23:05 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBTension stops resonance! In this insightful episode, Clare Southworth and Elizabeth Walker speak about three of the fundamentals of flute playing. Projection - Resonance - Dynamics. How projection and loudness do not corollate and how projection is about using our bodies, as singer do! If you want your music to come alive, then the correct use of dynamics will make your music come alive! Talking Flutes, Talking Flutes Extra and Bitesize are podcasts productions by the TJ flute company. ...
The Happiness Hypothesis - Embrace imperfection! E:6 Podcast 253
March 20, 2023 00:05 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBEmbrace imperfection: No performance is ever perfect This week on this Bitesize episode, we’re going to be looking at a few solutions and strategies for musicians who suffer from performance anxiety. If you're a musician who experiences nervousness or fear when performing in front of others, you're not alone. Performance anxiety is a common experience for many musicians, but the good news is that there are strategies and techniques that can help you manage and overcome these feelings. Sad...
You can’t always hit a home run! E: 252 with Chris Bullock & Jean-Paul Wright
March 13, 2023 00:08 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MB"Being present in the moment is where I am" Be open, flexible and not stuck in the "This is the only way I play this song" attitude! "You can't just jump in the water...you first have to figure out how to get to the water!' This week on Talking Flutes Extra, Jean-Paul speaks with the brilliant multi-instrumentalist, composer and member of Grammy Winning collective 'Snarky Puppy' during a break he was was enjoying in Brazil. Insightful as always, Chris also speaks about how age shouldn't ...
Thinking Yourself Happy! Episode 251 with Jean-Paul Wright
March 06, 2023 00:05 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBThe power of positive thinking in our musical lives! This week on Talking Flutes 'Bitesize', Jean-Paul takes a look a how positive thinking can impact on our lives. There is also a specially composed and beautiful soundscape meditation included for all those who wish to explore the joy that being in the present brings. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
Watch That Little Finger! E: 250 with Carolyn Kelly & Clare Southworth
February 27, 2023 00:01 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB"If one is aware of vibrato, it is either unnecessary or too deep!" This week on Talking Flutes, Clare talks flute and flute study with flute player, adjudicator and one of the UK's most respected flute teachers Carolyn Kelly. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' pods are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
The Happiness Hypothesis - Bitesized E:4 Podcast 249
February 20, 2023 00:05 - 7 minutes - 11 MBIn today's episode, we'll be talking about the relationship between happiness and success. The definition of ‘success’ is also very personal, different for each and every one of us. If we must measure any perceived success, then it should always be based on our own ‘values’ and passions and not on how others see us. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ Flute Company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
Being you own self critic! E: 248 with Andy Snitzer
February 13, 2023 00:05 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MB"Your voice is all that matters in this world!" "Make your own choices rather than them being made by others!" This week on Talking Flutes Jean-Pau speaks via Zoom with the brilliant musician and sax player Andy Snitzer who following a suggestion from Amy Kilkain, a doubling musician in Texas. Amy suggested that flute players can learn so much more if they opened their ears and eyes to other instrumental influences, and as a flute player herself, suggested we get a 'Big Hitter' on to the ...
The Happiness Hypothesis - Bitesized E:3 Podcast 247
February 06, 2023 00:05 - 6 minutes - 8.87 MBWhat makes us happy? In Talking Flutes 'Bitesize' this week Jean-Paul looks at the areas of happiness and how we must make conscious decisions and changes to experience happiness in our music making. 'Talking Flutes', 'Talking Flutes Extra' and 'Talking Flutes Bitesize' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
Making 2023 a great year! E:246 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
January 30, 2023 08:28 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBThe power really is in your hands! This week Jean-Paul and Clare muse around on subjects such as how to get back to structured practice, the flute players sound, warming up, the influence of teachers and asking the question..."Why do we have to play scales?" Without good posture your sound will never reflect you full potential. Have good posture and then learn to shape your sound to create a multi-coloured world. The you'll be the best representation of you as a musician! 'Talking Flute...
The Happiness Hypothesis - Bitesized E:2 Podcast 245
January 23, 2023 00:05 - 11 minutes - 15.8 MBMindfulness for musicians and staying in the zone! In this bitesize episode, Jean-Paul look at the benefits that being 'Mindful' can help our practice and performance. How it can help to prevent that negative feeling coming in to unwelcome focus when a hard part is coming up in a piece of music. How being mindful is very simple and yet totally transformative! 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflu...
For the love of video game and film music! E: 244 with Barry Griffiths (aka Grizzly Flute)
January 16, 2023 00:05 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MBLimitation breeds creativity! This week on Talking Flutes Extra Jean-Paul speaks with flute player, arranger and social media influencer Barry Griffiths about his love for video game and film music. During the podcast we listen to performance of 6 of his favourites pieces from Star Trek II through to Harry Potter. 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
The Happiness Hypothesis - Bitesized E:1 Podcast 243
January 09, 2023 00:46 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MBWhat is happiness to you? Hello and welcome to these new ‘Talking Flutes’ bite-sized podcasts, where over the next few weeks, and sandwiched between the usual and longer ‘Talking Flutes’ pods that Clare and Jean-Paul record, we are going to briefly explore the fascinating world of human psychology and behaviour, and specifically the areas of happiness and relaxation for musicians as a counter balance to the eebejeebies, nerves and many anxieties that we have all suffered, or continue to suf...
The Joy of Noodling in 2023! E: 242 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
January 02, 2023 00:05 - 21 minutes - 29 MBAnti-Resolutions! This week on Talking Flutes and the first one of 2023, Clare and Jean-Paul speak about why they don't make NY resolutions and how small changes in mindset and practice routine can make so much difference to your flute playing. Let's try once a week breaking the stranglehold of the dots, which can often create pressure and frustration by simply 'Noodling'! Talking Flutes and Talking Flutes Extra are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visi...
Festive music and good cheer abounds! E:241 with Clare & Jean-Paul
December 18, 2022 00:05 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBIt's good for our wellbeing to take a break! It's the Festive Edition where Clare and Jean-Paul speak about Christmas activities and practice routines. During this episode we listen to Clare playing the Martinu Sonata and are also serenaded with flute choir music by the brilliant Barry Griffiths. Clare and Jean-Paul return with a New Year Special on January 2nd so until then, wishing you Seasons Greetings and in advance...a Happy New Year!
Making your music come alive! - E: 240 with Clare Southworth
December 05, 2022 00:09 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MBUnderstand the composers narrative and your performance will come alive! In this podcast, Clare takes a look at the beautiful 'Sonate en Concert' by the prolific composer Jean-Michel Damase and two movements, the 'Rondeau' and the 'Aria' from the beautiful and haunting flute piece Suite Antique by John Rutter Of the ‘Sonate en Concert’ Clare says "in my opinion, Damase doesn't get the credit amongst flute payers that he deserves!' Composed in 1979, 'Suite Antique' is a concertante work by...
How Tik Tok can solve your tonguing issues! E: 239 with Jean-Paul Wright
November 24, 2022 00:05 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBUsing chocolate instead of tonal colours! Is there an easy way to learn how to double and triple tongue? Are specialist flute stores actually a kind of 'Tinder' for flute players? This week on Talking Flutes Extra, Jean-Paul is flying solo answering some questions received from listeners. He certainly has some interesting theories around new ways to improve the speed of your double and triple tonguing along with using chocolate to describe tone! He also follows up on a listeners questio...
The difficulty with being honest! E: 238 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
November 14, 2022 00:05 - 43 minutes - 59.3 MBBeing your own self critic and not letting criticism define you! This week on Talking Flutes Clare and Jean-Paul speaks about the difficulty in being honest with yourself and also with other musicians. We have to change the inner narrative of the word 'critique' to 'observation' as this can then be one of the important elements of our development. Talking Flutes & Talking Flutes Extra are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
For the love of flute ❤️ E: 237 with Katy Wherry
November 03, 2022 01:15 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB"Understanding your emotional hook unlocks so much magic in your practice music and performance." This week on Talking Flutes, Jean-Paul speaks with Founder of 'Etude of the Week' and 'For the Love of Flute' Katy Wherry about her journey and her determination to facilitate a positive and loving 'voice' to every flute player online. "Growth happens in the hard parts so let's take it on. Let's show up and break that wall down." 'Talking Flutes' is a podcast production by the TJ flute co...
Nightmare performances and pieces! E: 236 with Clare Southworth and Jean-Paul Wright
October 24, 2022 00:00 - 37 minutes - 51.1 MBWe've all got performance skeletons! This week on 'Talking Flutes', Clare and Jean-Paul speak about their performance nightmares from getting on the wrong train to the wrong city, to tackling extremely hard pieces. If you've got any questions or suggestions for future podcast topics or guests, then please send them to us [email protected] 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions sponsored by the TJ Flute Company. For more information visit www.tjflute...
Let’s Go Back to Basics! E: 235 with Atarah ben Tovim MBE
October 12, 2022 23:01 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBNo flute player should be a guru!!" "It was really hard when I started out on my flute playing journey in the provinces" This week on a very open and without holding back, the fabulous musician and outspoken flute player Atarah Ben Tovim MBE speaks to Clare about how nobody in London was interested in flute players in the provinces when she started out on her journey. How as a woman she had to literally break down doors to get heard and taken seriously..."You're just a bulldozer Atarah wa...
Using Colour For Inspiration E: 234 with Noemi Gyori
October 02, 2022 23:06 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBThe flute with magic powers? This week on Talking Flutes, Jean-Paul speaks with the brilliant flute player and musician Dr Noemi Gyori about the importance of explaining colours to enable fluidity of sound. As Noemi explains, "changing note colour is an art form!" 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
Setting your goals. Dreams vs Reality! E: 233 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
September 25, 2022 23:05 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBThe importance of setting achievable goals for your music and study. In the 'Talking Flutes' podcast this week Clare and Jean-Paul also look at the importance of emotional communication, playing in technicolour, communication as a flute player and after 233 weekly flute podcasts spread over nearly 5 years, we need your help! 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
Talking To The Parrot 🦜 E:232 with Rozalind MacPhail & Jean-Paul Wright
September 18, 2022 23:05 - 1 hour - 84.7 MB"Spend time with your monsters!" Creating emotional freedom to perform. Making friends with the inner critic, that invisible parrot that appears on your shoulder and offers unwelcome thoughts. This week on 'Talking Flutes Extra' Jean-Paul speaks with the ever happy and positive creative musician, artist and flute player Rozalind MacPhail. A very happy and insightful interview covering many areas such as how she found her true self beyond the classical genre, composing for films, being a ...
Surviving the post vacation flute blues! E: 231 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
September 12, 2022 09:11 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBHow to stay motivated and structured after a vacation! "Let's be honest about what ewer can and can't do and then aim to bridge the gap upwards so that our weaknesses begin to catch up with our strengths" "You have to treat your practice like a job!" This week Clare and Jean-Paul look at how we need to brush out the cobwebs after a vacation and get structured. How we should immediately stop comparing ourselves and our flute playing with any body else and set small measurable improvements...
Possibly the worst flute music project brief ever given? E: 230 with Dr José Valentino
September 05, 2022 00:01 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MB'Funky Fusion Flute Flix' (now say that fast 3 times!) When you give a brief to a musician, you usually need to supply them with an expected overview of the project, how much artistic freedom they have, how long or short, how many segments, who is the audience, what is the expected outcome… Early in 2022 the team at TJ flutes said to Grammy and Emmy winning musician José Valentino they wanted to do a project with him which was not like their usual musical adventures together. The brief to...
For the love of the flute ❤️ E: 229 with Wissam Boustany & Clare Southworth
August 29, 2022 00:01 - 1 hour - 101 MBLet's put 'love' at the forefront of everything! A wonderful double interview interwieved in to a single, longer than usual podcast with stunning musician, flute player and conductor Wissam Boustany. During the podcast Wissam explains to his long time friend Clare how it really is 'love' that makes the world go around, and that as musicians, we should break down our own barriers and show the audience who we are emotionally. This is what really defines us as creatives! 'Talking Flutes' an...
The flute and why we love it. A very brief history. E: 228 with Clare Southworth
August 22, 2022 00:00 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MB"I'm often surprised at the lack of knowledge about the history of the flute when I used to ask new flute students at Music College what they know" comments Professor of Flute at the Royal Academy of Music Clare Southworth in her 'Talking Flutes' podcast this week. During this August (2022) instead of taking a break, we are looking back over some of our favourite podcasts. Clare and I have so many favourites and literally had to throw a number of die to randomly choose. This week, Clare ...
The Beatboxing Flute Maestro - E: 227 with Greg Pattillo
August 15, 2022 07:25 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MB"Learning to beatbox enhances your flute playing and is being written in to many new flute compositions nowadays" During August we are revisiting some of our favourite podcasts and this week Jean-Paul has chosen one of his buddies, the beatboxing genius with 100m YouTube views Greg Pattillo. For more information on Greg visit www.pattillostyle.com 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes' Extra are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
’Syrinx’ the origins. E: 226 with William Dowdall
August 08, 2022 00:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBArguably the most famous flute piece ever written! This week on Talking Flutes podcasts revisited, Jean-Paul speaks with the brilliant musician, flute player and Professor at the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin William Dowdall about all things flute, and Syrinx in particular. You can download the original score of Syrinx at www.williamdowdall.com 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes' Extra are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.tjflutes.com
Let’s talk about our mental health! E: 225 with Dr Joe Stammeijer and Clare Southworth
August 01, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBLet’s talk about our mental health! Burnout, stress and performance anxiety! During August, instead of having a summer break, Clare Southworth-Stammeijer and Jean-Paul Wright decided to look back at some of their favourite podcasts which might be a little too far back for those who have only started to join us recently. Here's an excerpt of the full podcast recorded in 2019 and 2020 where Clare was joined by her son Dr Joe Stammeijer where they speak about burnout, stress manageme...
Let’s talk Tonguing & Copyright! - E: 224 with Clare Southworth& Jean-Paul Wright
July 25, 2022 00:03 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBA dot over a note doesn't mean 'short', it means 'detached'!! This week on 'Talking Flutes', Clare and Jean-Paul answer more questions that have been sent in by listeners. During their conversation they speak about the many different types of tonguing and also copyright issues with music! 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by the TJ flute Company. For more information visit www.trevorjamesflutes.com
Tension is the enemy of your sound! E:223 with Clare Southworth& Jean-Paul Wright
July 18, 2022 00:00 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MB"Singing is so natural so sing a phrase first then play it!" This week on 'Talking Flutes', Clare and Jean-Paul answer more questions that have been sent in by listeners. They cover the subject of the need to 'Open your throat' when playing and also why you should buy your flute from a specialist music store with expertise in flutes rather than off Amazon or eBay. 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by the TJ flutes Company. For more information visit ww...
Ghost notes and whistle tones. E: 222 with Clare Southworth & Jean-Paul Wright
July 11, 2022 00:00 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBHow to get a beautiful third octave and how not to go flat at the end of a note? This week Clare and Jean-Paul answer some of the many questions that have been sent in to us over the past 8 weeks from listeners. (1)"How do you not go flat when you are fading out a note at the end of a passage?" (2) "I’m struggling with high notes. My teacher says that I’m forcing it too much!" (3) "What does my flute teacher mean when she says open my throat?" Please 'like' and 'rate' Talking Flutes ...
Tea, teacakes and flute lessons! - E: 221 with Clare Southworth
July 04, 2022 12:40 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MBLet's talk Ghost notes, whistle tones, harmonics and the power of exaggerating dynamics! After over four years and 220 podcasts, Jean-Paul interviews his co-host Clare about her flute playing career and highlights. 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by the TJ flute company. For more information visit www.trevorjamesflutes.com
A flute sound of claret with a hint of Prosecco! - E: 220 with Philippa Davies
June 27, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MB"I want flute playing to be expansive and to communicate a story! This week on Talking Flutes, Clare speaks with the wonderful London flute player, and Professor at the Guildhall College of Music in London Philippa Davis about how she started and always being very busy!! Philippa Davies has established an international reputation as one of the finest flautists currently performing. Originally Principal Flute of the National Youth Orchestra of GB, Philippa went on to train at the Royal Col...
What makes us tick? With Dr Rik Noyce E:219
June 20, 2022 03:00 - 59 minutes - 82 MB"There's something really human about making a mistake!" This week on 'Talking Flutes Extra' Jean-Paul speaks with flute player, Professor and a Life Coach Dr Rik Noyce about nerves, confidence, imposter syndrome and much much more. Just because you may not have followed the 'usual' route in to something, it doesn't mean you can't succeed! You find out more about Dr Noyce at https://www.riknoycedma.com 'Talking Flutes' and 'Talking Flutes Extra' are podcast productions by the TJ flute ...