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Music School Matchmaker: Flute Edition
by Julie McGough
Music School Matchmaker: Flute Edition is a podcast hosted by Julie McGough that helps flutists, parents, and music teachers navigate the college audition and application process with clarity and confidence.Each episode takes listeners inside college flute studios at leading conservatories and universities around the world. Through in-depth interviews with flute faculty and their current students, Julie explores what makes each studio unique—teaching styles, studio culture, expectations, and what professors are truly looking for in auditions.The podcast also features mini-episodes focused on every stage of the college application journey, including choosing schools that are a good match, creating realistic preparation timelines, audition strategies, scholarships, and making the final college decision.Whether you’re preparing for auditions, supporting a student, or teaching the next generation of flutists, Music School Matchmaker: F
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Linda Chesis - Manhattan School of Music
Linda Chesis, professor of flute at Manhattan School of Music, shares insights into her career, teaching philosophy, and the opportunities available to students at the school. She discusses her experiences studying in Paris, transitioning from orchestra to soloist, and the diverse performance ensembles and courses offered at the school. Linda also highlights the importance of time management, audition techniques, and the success stories of her former students. The conversation covers career paths, graduate programs, and audition tips for musicians. It explores job opportunities, alternative career paths, different graduate programs, the audition process, and preparation tips. It also provides insights into professional conduct and etiquette during auditions.TakeawaysDiverse performance ensembles and courses are available at Manhattan School of Music, providing students with a well-rounded musical education.Linda Chesis emphasizes the importance of time management, recording techniques, and peer teaching in preparing students for professional opportunities. Exploring alternative career paths is important for musicians.Professional conduct and preparation are crucial for successful auditions.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background06:02 Teaching and Chamber Music12:58 Practice Room Situation and Time Management17:58 Courses and Pedagogy Class24:05 Degrees and Cross Registration34:58 Success Stories of Former Students48:32 Graduate Programs and Auditions01:00:26 Audition Day Tips
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After the Auditions: Acceptances, Waiting Lists and Rejections
Just received your college audition results? Here’s how to handle the news like a pro. Julie McGough discusses how to handle rejections, waiting lists, and acceptances with grace and ease.
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Alberto Almarza - Carnegie Mellon University
In this episode, Julie McGough interviews Alberto Almarza, flute professor at Carnegie Mellon University. They discuss the flute studio at Carnegie Mellon University, the studio's full time staff pianist, opportunities for flutists at CMU, studio culture, and discuss the future of the versatile musician and tips for students applying for music programs.
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Welcome
Welcome to Music School Matchmaker! In this short introduction, Julie McGough introduces listeners to Music School Matchmaker and what you can expect in future episodes.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Music School Matchmaker: Flute Edition is a podcast hosted by Julie McGough that helps flutists, parents, and music teachers navigate the college audition and application process with clarity and confidence.Each episode takes listeners inside college flute studios at leading conservatories and universities around the world. Through in-depth interviews with flute faculty and their current students, Julie explores what makes each studio unique—teaching styles, studio culture, expectations, and what professors are truly looking for in auditions.The podcast also features mini-episodes focused on every stage of the college application journey, including choosing schools that are a good match, creating realistic preparation timelines, audition strategies, scholarships, and making the final college decision.Whether you’re preparing for auditions, supporting a student, or teaching the next generation of flutists, Music School Matchmaker: F
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Music School Matchmaker: Flute Edition is a podcast hosted by Julie McGough that helps flutists, parents, and music teachers navigate the college audition and application process with clarity and confidence.Each episode takes listeners inside college flute studios at leading conservatories and...
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Music School Matchmaker: Flute Edition is created and hosted by Julie McGough.
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