Founded in 1972, the National Flute Association was conceived as a common ground for flutists to exchange ideas and inspiration. In the decades since, it has become one of the world’s largest flute organizations, with thousands of members from all 50 states and over 40 countries. 

No matter your age or how long you’ve been playing the flute, there’s something to be gained by joining the NFA. Below are a few reasons why the NFA is for every flutist:

The NFA Convention

Ask any flutist about the NFA, and they’ll probably mention our Annual Convention. Of course, we offer a ton of other benefits (keep reading!), but the convention is what most people think of when they think of the NFA.

Each August, the convention brings together thousands of flutists for four days of performances, masterclasses, competitions, and workshops. In between events, guests can wander the lively exhibit hall to shop for instruments, music, and accessories from their favorite vendors. 

By changing location each year, the convention has the opportunity to celebrate flutists and flute communities in new locales (this year, we’re headed to San Antonio!). Each convention is built around a theme that ties the programming together, ensuring that each year is a unique experience for all.

The NFA’s 52nd Annual Convention will take place August 1-4, 2024 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, TX. Registration and other information is available at nfaonline.org/convention

Save Money

If you’re a flutist, joining the NFA can save you money - more than the cost of your membership! A few benefits included with your membership are:

• Discounted instrument insurance through Anderson Musical Instrument Insurance, LLC (value varies depending on coverage)
• A subscription to Naxos Music Online (worth $210!)
• A subscription to Grove Music Online (worth $195!)
• Discounted subscription to tonebase flute (savings of $89)
• Discounted subscription to Tomplay Interactive Sheet Music (savings of $36)

At only $95 a year, an NFA membership is an instant value. 

Learn and Grow

We know that playing the flute is a lifelong journey. Our members have access to educational resources for flutists of all levels:

• A subscription to The Flutist Quarterly, our online publication written by and for flutists
• Our Online Event Series, a free series of virtual events covering a wide range of topics
• Borrowing privileges from the NFA’s Sheet Music Library, a collection of over 15,000 scores
• Discounted subscriptions to online learning tools like tonebase flute, SmartMusic, and Tomplay Interactive Sheet Music

We also foster career development through our annual competitions, presentation opportunities, and our committees and volunteer opportunities. 

Community

When you join the NFA, you’re joining a community of thousands of flutists from across the globe. NFA members come from all walks of life. You can find NFA members in the world’s leading orchestras and in your local community flute choir; as students at top conservatories and beginners in a middle school band. We are teachers, performers, composers, flute makers, retailers, and concertgoers of all ages. Our members share one common value: a love of the flute.

To sum it all up, the NFA offers something for everyone. We invite you to visit nfaonline.org and learn more about our community.