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A Community of Sharing

One of the aspects of the NFA that impresses me most is the open willingness…

Mitchell Luo
NFA’s Tapestry of Members

By the time the next issue of Flutist Quarterly is published in January 2026, I…

We All Belong

The NFA conventions create a unique blend of artistry, education, inspiration, community, and adventure. Each…

The National—and International—Flute Association

We are the NFA, which stands for the National Flute Association. The word “national” in…

Flute on flowers by Jean Paul Wright
Supporting the New to Ensure the Future

As a new year begins, I am marking the fourth anniversary of my tenure as…

The Art of Collaboration at the NFA

In the news section of this issue of Flutist Quarterly, we’ve outlined all the initiatives…

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It Takes a Village

In just a few weeks, the NFA community will be heading to San Antonio for…

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Talking Transparency

One of the topics I hear about frequently in my conversations at the NFA is…

The Beat Goes On

As we leave the holidays behind and settle into another new year, the NFA annual…

NFA LGBTQ Flute Choir credit George Kontos
Engaging Throughout the Year

The heat, light, mountainous landscape, musical breadth, and community vibe are etched into my memory…

Looking Forward

As the NFA staff prepare all the logistics for the convention—with some new faces among…

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Getting to Know New Places

One of the most exciting aspects of my job as the NFA’s Executive Director is…