National Flute Association

The NFA's 54th Annual Convention | Aug. 6-9, 2026

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Origins: A Celebration of Trailblazing & Discovery
Inspiring flutists, enriching lives, and uniting the world through music

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Music by Black Composers | Flute Vol. 1

15 beginner and elementary level pieces designed to supplement the current instrumental training methods by providing students of all races and ethnicities a broader perspective of who has written classical music throughout history.
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The Flutist Quarterly: Summer 2026 Issue

The Official Publication of the NFA

News & Updates

Jul / 28 / 26

Announcing the 2026 Recipient of the First Generation in College Scholarship

Jul / 24 / 26

NFA Awards Frances Blaisdell Convention Scholarship to Iris Cao and Khia Ingram

Jun / 15 / 26

IF Ensemble Receives 2026 Mary H. Anderson Flute Choir Award

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Recent Blog Posts

Aug/3/26

New Voices in Low Flute Repertoire (2021–Present)

The NFA Low Flutes Committee

Aug/1/26

Know Before You Go | The 2026 NFA Convention

Jul/7/26

A Practical Guide to Portland

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Hybrid Event

Rochester Flute Association Emerging Artist Competition

Community Events

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