The NFA Monthly Cast

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The official podcast of The National Flute Association. Each month, we'll feature guests from within the NFA to talk about the flute, the flute community, and the ways that this instrument brings us together.

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July 29, 2024Episode 619 min

Episode 6: Your Guide to the Convention with Aydan Hensley and Darcy Tecalero

The NFA team is here with your convention survival guide! Office & Convention Association Aydan Hensley shares her tips for navigating the convention, and Darcy Tecalero speaks about her experience as an NFA intern. _______________________________________________________________________The NFA Monthly Cast is the official podcast of The National Flute Association. If you enjoy this content, you'd enjoy being a member of the NFA. Learn more at nfaonline.orgAudio recordings of Frances Blaisdell and the Francesco Trio come from the NFA Historic Recordings Series, published through courtesy of the Stanford Music Department.

June 18, 2024Episode 529 min

Episode 5: Your Guide to San Antonio

How do you get from the airport to the Convention Center? What sightseeing is nearby? What can your families do while you're at the convention? Where should you eat? Rachel Woolf and Ben Carlee answer these questions and more as we learn the ins and outs of our 2024 host city.🔗 Convention Info: nfaonline.org/convention 🔗 Travel & Hotels: nfaonline.org/accommodations🔗 Accessibility Info: nfaonline.org/accessibility_______________________________________________________________________The NFA Monthly Cast is the official podcast of The National Flute Association. If you enjoy this content, you'd enjoy being a member of the NFA. Learn more at nfaonline.orgAudio recordings of Frances Blaisdell and the Francesco Trio come from the NFA Historic Recordings Series, published through courtesy of the Stanford Music Department.

May 9, 2024Episode 434 min

Episode 4: Competitions 101 with Shauna Thompson and Virginia Broffit Kunzer

Thinking about entering a flute competition? Hear tips from two of the NFA's competition coordinators, Dr. Shauna Thompson and Dr. Virginia Broffit Kunzer. We talk about how to choose a competition that's right for you, how to prepare, and how to learn from the process. The NFA has just announced the winners and finalists of the 2024 competitions - view them here. _______________________________________________________________________The NFA Monthly Cast is the official podcast of The National Flute Association. If you enjoy this content, you'd enjoy being a member of the NFA. Learn more at nfaonline.orgAudio recordings of Frances Blaisdell and the Francesco Trio come from the NFA Historic Recordings Series, published through courtesy of the Stanford Music Department.

April 12, 2024Episode 328 min

Episode 3: Musician's Wellness with Francesca Leo & Dr. Stephen Mitchell

We sit down with Francesca Leo and Dr. Stephen Mitchell, MD, of the NFA Performance Health Care Committee, to talk about health and wellness. Topics include the impacts of aging on flute playing, focal dystonia, and resources available for those looking for more information.Mentioned in this episode:🔗 NFA Performance Health Care Committee🔗 Performing Arts Medical Association🔗 Pubmed🔗 NFA Committees🔗 Robert Willoughby CD_______________________________________________________________________The NFA Monthly Cast is the official podcast of The National Flute Association. If you enjoy this content, you'd enjoy being a member of the NFA. Learn more at nfaonline.orgAudio recordings of Frances Blaisdell and the Francesco Trio come from the NFA Historic Recordings Series, published through courtesy of the Stanford Music Department.

March 6, 2024Episode 222 min

Episode 2: The Money Episode with Jennifer Clarke & Mily Harrod

Join Jennifer Clarke (NFA Executive Director) and Mily Harrod (NFA Membership Manager) for a candid conversation about the NFA's finances. We take a look at our budget, convention costs, and how this all affects our members. 🔗 Registration Information: nfaonline.org/register🔗 Convention Registration Scholarships: https://tinyurl.com/2fu58e69🔗 Staff Contact Information: https://www.nfaonline.org/about/leadership-staff/staff 🔊 Featured Recording: William Kincaid performing Scene from Orphée et Eurydice (Christoph Willibald Gluck). This recording was made on May 10, 1949 for Columbia Records. Courtesy of Sony Classical.🔊Theme Music: Frances Blaisdell performing Rondo from Flute Quartet in D Major (K285) by W. A. Mozart. Courtesy of Stanford University Department of Music. _______________________________________________________________________The NFA Monthly Cast is the official podcast of The National Flute Association. If you enjoy this content, you'd enjoy being a member of the NFA. Learn more at nfaonline.orgAudio recordings of Frances Blaisdell and the Francesco Trio come from the NFA Historic Recordings Series, published through courtesy of the Stanford Music Department.

February 1, 2024Episode 131 min

Episode 1: The 2024 Convention with Alberto Almarza & Sarah Shin

Join us for a chat with Alberto Almarza (2024 Program Chair) and Sarah Shin (2024 Assistant Program Chair) as we discuss this year's convention, the proposal process, and the global nature of the flute. _______________________________________________________________________The NFA Monthly Cast is the official podcast of The National Flute Association. If you enjoy this content, you'd enjoy being a member of the NFA. Learn more at nfaonline.orgAudio recordings of Frances Blaisdell and the Francesco Trio come from the NFA Historic Recordings Series, published through courtesy of the Stanford Music Department.

January 31, 20240 min

Introducing the NFA Monthly Cast!

The NFA is starting a podcast! Join us as we chat with guests, explore the flute community, and listen to your favorite music. _______________________________________________________________________The NFA Monthly Cast is the official podcast of The National Flute Association. If you enjoy this content, you'd enjoy being a member of the NFA. Learn more at nfaonline.orgAudio recordings of Frances Blaisdell and the Francesco Trio come from the NFA Historic Recordings Series, published through courtesy of the Stanford Music Department.

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