Episode 123: Tech Equipment Setup for Flute Recordings, Part 2

<p>Flute 360 | Episode 123: “Tech Equipment Setup for Flute Recordings, Part 2” (27:28)</p> <p>In today’s episode, <a href= "https://heidikaybegay.com/bio-3/">Heidi</a> talks with <a href= "https://jaykayproductions.media/success-stories/">Eric Jay Begay</a> about the proper microphone and video camcorder set-up for your next recording project. Yes, it is important to purchase quality equipment, but it’s even more important that you set-up your equipment properly. Experiment with your recording space and microphone placement for the optimal sound! Make sure you give yourself ample time to record to avoid unnecessary pressure. Finally, allow yourself the freedom to have fun and play with musical expression; the search committee and the panel are rooting for you!</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Episode 123  – Main Points:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>0:28 – Need a flute teacher, creative consultant, or audio/video engineer? <a href= "https://heidikaybegay.com/contact/">Let’s work together!</a></li> <li>2:37 – Flute 360 Newsletter! Sign-up through <a href= "https://heidikaybegay.com/">Heidi’s website</a>!</li> <li>3:05 – Welcome & Introduction</li> <li>4:01 – Series 26: “Navigating Your Virtual Flute World” (<a href="https://heidikaybegay.com/2020/08/01/episode-120/">E120 – 124</a>)</li> <li>4:51 – Topic: Tech Setup for Your Flute Recording</li> <li>5:02 – Consider your recording environment.</li> <li>6:20 – Try a church’s sanctuary or a school’s music hall as options for your next recording session.</li> <li>6:30 – Record at home if the other options are not available to you.</li> <li>6:26 – “You can <em>experiment</em> with recording at home! It’s here that you probably feel the most <em>comfortable</em> playing your instrument, and you have the <em>freedom</em> to record in your own space!” – Eric</li> <li>8:28 – Some home recording tips – listen here!</li> <li>12:07 – <a href= "https://heidikaybegay.com/2020/08/15/episode-122/">Reference to E122</a></li> <li>12:16 – Question: What should