Participatory Flute Choirs

54th Annual NFA Convention

August 6-9, 2026 | Oregon Convention Center

Perform in a Flute Choir!

All flutists are invited to join one of the flute choirs below, which will rehearse and perform at the NFA convention.

IMPORTANT SIGN-UP INFO: For most choirs, you will receive an email with links to join the ensemble after you register for the convention. Ensembles fill on a first come, first-served basis, and many will reach capacity before the convention begins. Early registration is strongly encouraged. Please note that there will not be a closing flute orchestra this year (other exciting things are in store!).

Special note: If you are attending the convention but not registering yourself (e.g., you are working for an Exhibitor who will complete registration on your behalf), please email Mily Montanez to sign-up for a flute choir.

Participants should plan to bring their own music stand. Locations and rehearsal schedule are subject to change. Check with your flute choir coordinator for the most up-to-date information.

Opening Flute Orchestra

Conductor: Phyllis Avidan Louke

Rehearsals (Local/Pacific Time):
Wednesday (Aug. 5), 3pm - 5pm, Oregon Ballroom 204-203
Wednesday (Aug. 5), 8pm - 10pm, Oregon Ballroom 204-203
Thursday (Aug. 6), 8am - 9am, Oregon Ballroom 204-203

Performance: Thursday (Aug. 6), 9am - 10am (Oregon Ballroom 204-203, during Annual Meeting & Opening Ceremonies)

Sign-Up: After you register for the convention, you will receive a confirmation email with sign-up instructions. For questions, contact Laura Benning, coordinator.

Participants should plan to bring their own music stand. Locations subject to change.

Melanin Rhapsody Flute Choir

Conductor: Ben Carlee

Rehearsals (Local/Pacific Time):
Thursday (Aug. 6), 5:30pm - 7pm, B118-119
Friday (Aug. 7), 8:00am - 9:30am, A106

Performance: Saturday (Aug. 8), 2:30pm - 3:30pm, B115-116

Sign-Up: After you register for the convention, you will receive a confirmation email with sign-up instructions.

Participants should plan to bring their own music stand. Locations subject to change.

2025 Melanin Rhapsody-Rand Lines Photography

LGBTQIA+ Flute Choir

Conductor: Christine Beard

Rehearsals (Local/Pacific Time):
Thursday (Aug. 6), 7pm - 8pm, A106
Friday (Aug. 7), 6pm - 7pm, B115-116
Saturday (Aug. 8), 9:30am - 10:30am, A106

Performance: Saturday (Aug. 8), 4:30-5:30pm, B115-116

Sign-Up: To sign-up, please send Vincenzo Volpe an email to express interest in performing with the LGBTQIA+ Flute Choir.

Participants should plan to bring their own music stand. Locations subject to change.

LGBTQIA Flute Choir 2023_Credit Tim Trumble

Adult Amateur Flute Choir

Conductor: Stephen Clark

Rehearsals (Local/Pacific Time):
Friday (Aug. 7), 8am - 9:30am, A107-109
Saturday (Aug. 8), 8am - 9:30am, Oregon Ballroom 201
Sunday (Aug. 9), 8am - 8:45am, B115-116

Performance: Sunday (Aug. 9), set-up at 9:45am, concert from 10am - 10:45am, B115-116

Sign-Up: After you register for the convention, you will receive a confirmation email with sign-up instructions.

Participants should plan to bring their own music stand. Locations subject to change.

United States Armed Forces Ensemble

Calling all flutists who have served or are currently serving in the US Armed Forces: You are invited to join us in a special ensemble featuring current/former military flutists.

Conductor: To be announced

Rehearsals (Local/Pacific Time):
Wednesday (Aug. 5) Rehearsal #1, 3pm - 4:15pm, Oregon Ballroom 201
Wednesday (Aug. 5) Rehearsal #2, 6pm - 7:30pm, C123
Thursday (Aug. 6), 8am - 8:45am, Oregon Ballroom 201

Performance: Thursday (Aug. 6), 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Oregon Ballroom 201

Sign-Up: After you register for the convention, you will receive a confirmation email with sign-up instructions.

Participants should plan to bring their own music stand. Locations subject to change.

United States Air Force Band of the West performs at the 2025 NFA Convention in Atlanta, GA. Photo by Rand Lines.