Flute 360 | Episode 99: “Building Your C.V. Through International Experiences with Demarre McGill” (35:43)
In today’s episode, Heidi talks with Demarre McGill about how we as flutists can build our C.V. through international experiences. Demarre humbly shares his international career and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Topics vary from job announcements, finding your musical voice, and summer music festivals! Listen to the episode to hear all the advice from Demarre!
Episode 99 – Main Points:
0:30 – Gold Sponsor: J&K Productions 1:22 – Welcome & Introduction 2:38 – Spending time with family is essential. 3:00 – Today’s Topic 3:25 – Heidi: Please share with the listeners who you are and your musical background! 3:31 – Demarre’s Answer 3:39 – Julius Baker & Jeffrey Khaner, flutists 6:36 – Question: Why do you think it’s important for a flutist to consider adding international experiences to their résumé or curriculum vitae? 6:45 – Demarre’s Answer 11:25 – Question: How can a flutist go about adding international experiences to their C.V.? Where does one start? 11:34 – Demarre’s Answer 11:43 – Summer Music Festivals 14:35 – Matching Game 16:23 – “When you are focused on the things that make what we do as musicians, truly, truly special...luck has a way of finding you. It may not be exactly what you were looking for, but if your eyes are open, luck has a way of actually carving out a path for you!” – Demarre 18:23 – Question: I have seen many job announcements state “international experience required.” Why are search committees looking for this qualification? 18:35 – Demarre’s Answer 19:11 – Being curious is essential to have as a performer and as an educator! 20:55 – Dr. Susanna Self, flutist 22:21 – Invisalign 23:21 – Question: Throughout your international career, what are some lessons that you’ve learned along the way? 23:32 – Demarre’s Answer 24:27 – “Expressing yourself through your instrument is universal.” – Demarre 26:30 – Question: Any last pieces of advice that you’d like to offer? 26:42 – Demarre’s Answer 30:11 – PICKS! 33:35 – Conclusion 33:49 – Charleston Southern University – Solo Recital & Masterclass (1/26/2020) 34:30 – Bronze Sponsor: J&K ProductionsPICKS!
Heidi:
Bulgarian Garash CakeDemarre:
Opera: NormaEpisode 99 – Resources Mentioned:
Heidi Kay Begay’s Website Demarre’s Website Demarre’s YouTube Channel CCM’s Faculty Spotlight with DemarreEpisode 99 – Sponsors:
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