Music School Matchmaker: Flute Edition

CMU Student Episode with Gillian Derer and Ingrid McDuffee

The conversation features a discussion with two flute students from Carnegie Mellon University, Ingrid McDuffee and Gillian Derer. They share their backgrounds, experiences at CMU, and insights into the audition process and studio culture. The conversation also covers the campus environment and the supportive community within the flute studio. The conversation revolves around the supportive and inspirational environment of the flute studio at CMU, the role of the pianist Vahan, the academic and musical experiences at CMU, and recommendations for visitors to Pittsburgh. Takeaways * Flute Studio Culture * Campus Environment Supportive and Inspirational Studio Environment * Role of Pianist Vahan * Academic and Musical Experiences at CMU * Recommendations for Visitors to Pittsburgh Chapters * 00:00 Audition Process and Studio Culture * 25:11 Supportive and Inspirational Studio Environment * 37:39 Role of Pianist Vahan * 45:28 Recommendations for Visitors to Pittsburgh

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. Takeaways * Diverse 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. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Background * 06:02 Teaching and Chamber Music * 12:58 Practice Room Situation and Time Management * 17:58 Courses and Pedagogy Class * 24:05 Degrees and Cross Registration * 34:58 Success Stories of Former Students * 48:32 Graduate Programs and Auditions * 01:00:26 Audition Day Tips

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.

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.

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.