The Flute Suite

Kathy Weidenfeller
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Come and explore new perspectives in flute pedagogy and flute practice!

  1. 22H AGO

    Episode 32: A call to Improvise!

    Just a quick invitation at the start of the year, to add more improvisation into your practice! Some words of encouragement, and tips to get you started. Enjoy!

    21 min

  2. 12/31/2025

    Episode 31: Core Strength How recognizing your core values can help you become a better musician and teacher

    Practicing is more than technique and tone. As an end of year virtual hug, I encourage you all to practice and explore ideas that can help through the stress and anxiety - like tapping into your core values.

    27 min

  3. 11/05/2025

    Episode 30 Camilla Hoitenga: Follow your Curiosity

    Camilla Hoitenga has worked with some of the most important composers of the 20th and 21st centuries. In our conversation we talk about her approach to improvisation, collaborating with composers: in particular her long friendship-collaboration with Kaija Saariaho, and the importance of trusting in, and following your curiosity. I highly recommend listeners to check out her website, and you can find a growing set of masterclasses on Hoitenga's youtube channel. 6:00 Collaborating with Artists: Improvisation 11:10 Collaborating with Composers 13:42 Working with Kaija Saariaho 17:45 Teaching comtemporary music 22:06 Connections to Finland 23:46 Coaching: helping musicians pursue their own path

    32 min
  4. Episode 29: Laura Raudaskoski Motivating with Community and Collaboration

    10/17/2025

    Episode 29: Laura Raudaskoski Motivating with Community and Collaboration

    I hope you enjoy my conversation with Laura Raudaskoski, lector of Flute from the Lapland Institute of Music and Dance.  I asked Laura about how she motivates her eager class, in spite of living way up north, a long distance away from most other flute activities in Finland. We talk about teaching, practicing, and motivating students through collaborations and building a sense of community. Laura's lovely puppies also added to our conversation!

    34 min
  5. Episode 28 Back to Basics Part 4: Tone & Intonation

    08/27/2025

    Episode 28 Back to Basics Part 4: Tone & Intonation

    Here we are at the end of this series - but maybe the foundation of everything. Just some ideas to add to your practice on how to become curious about your tone and intonation. Happy fluting - and please, I'd love to hear how the ideas in this series have changed your own practice.

    29 min
  6. Episode 27 Back to Basics 3: Technique

    08/24/2025

    Episode 27 Back to Basics 3: Technique

    Need some help on how to face technical challenges? In this episode I give you some things to think about in your technical practice, how to apply that to challenges in your ensemble and solo pieces, and help you remember the importance of knowing where you are right now (and how that's fine!!)

    36 min
  7. Episode 26 Back to Basics Part 2: Awareness in Practice

    07/24/2025

    Episode 26 Back to Basics Part 2: Awareness in Practice

    Let me explain how I practice Awareness in my studio and practice room. Examples of how to stay present in the practice room, and how to create a safe space for your students to learn how to be aware and present in their work.  Awareness helps us become better learners: more motivated, less likely to cause injury, and that leads to more confident performances!

    18 min
  8. Episode 25 Back to Basics Part 1: Rhythm

    06/13/2025

    Episode 25 Back to Basics Part 1: Rhythm

    This is the start of a short series on things you can do to find more confidence in ensemble rehearsals and performances. This series is targeted more towards students and adult amateurs- but teachers and ensemble directors stay tuned! Maybe you can pick up ideas, or pass this on to someone you think can benefit. This first episode focuses on how to up your rhythmic confidence. I share some exercises - and mention one great book: A Rhythmic Vocabulary by Alam Dworsky and Betsy Sansby, published by Dancing Hands Music.

    30 min
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Come and explore new perspectives in flute pedagogy and flute practice!

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  • Creator
    Kathy Weidenfeller
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    The Flute Suite