NFA Committee Exhibit Hall Hours
The following NFA committees will hold office hours in the exhibit hall during the convention. Stop by at the following times to learn more about committee initiatives and engage in related activities.
Archives and Oral History
Come chat with Nancy Toff and Meg Griffith of the Archives and Oral History Committee, hear stories about your favorite teachers and performers, and see who you recognize in our picture archive for a prize.
- Sunday, 12–1 pm
Adult Flutist and Amateur Resources Committee
Bring your flute and newly-purchased duets or trios to the NFA booth in the exhibit hall to read through with members of the Adult Flutist and Amateur Resources Committee!
- Friday, 2–4 pm
- Sunday, 2–3 pm
Career and Artistic Development
Career Checks: Looking for feedback? Does your resume need a reboot? The Career and Artistic Development Committee is here to help! Stop by the NFA committee booth or sign up in advance to reserve a time for a 20-minute career mentorship meeting.
Sessions can provide general career or interview advice or may be used as an opportunity to review and discuss cover letters, resumes, and/or CVs.
- Thursday, 4–5 pm | Hilary Abigana
- Friday, 4–5 pm |
Michelle Stanley
- Saturday, 12–1 pm | Jessica Sherer
- Saturday 4–5 pm | Colleen White
Historical Flutes
Historical Flutes Committee chair Barbara Hopkins will offer free mini lessons. Bring your own flute (Baroque or modern) for a mini lesson, or use one of ours: Baroque flutes from the Betty Bang Mather and Roger Mather collection will be available
for use during the lesson. No previous experience on Baroque flute is necessary–come and try something new!
- Friday, 11 am–12 pm | Barbara Hopkins
- Sunday, 1–2 pm | Barbara Hopkins
Pedagogy Committee
Members of the Pedagogy Committee will offer “How to teach” sessions for teachers of all levels.
- Thursday, 11 am–12 pm | Helen Blackburn - Tone/Embouchure
- Thursday, 1–2 pm | Korinne Smith - Dynamics/Musicality
- Thursday, 2–3 pm | Cassandra Eisenreich - Rhythm
- Friday, 12–1 pm | Korinne Smith - Technique
- Saturday, 2–3 pm | Irene Pruzan - Practicing
- Sunday, 11 am–12 pm | Irene Pruzan - Memorization
Performance Health Care
- Thursday, 10–11 am | “The Doctor is IN” session with Chip Shelton
- Thursday, 3–4 pm | "Wellness for Flutists” Life Coaching advice with Sue Hurwitz
- Friday, 10–10:30 am | “Musician Injuries and Resources,” with Francesca Leo
- Friday, 1–2 pm | Q & A Session Angela McCuiston NASM-CPT, CES, SFS and Sandra Cox, D.M.A.
- Saturday, 10:30–11:30 am | Q & A session with Krystin Gygi, Susan Mayer and Dr. Michael Weinstein
- Sunday, 10–11 am | "The Doctor is IN” session with Chip Shelton
Youth Engagement Committee
Students and teachers alike are welcome to visit the NFA booth to talk Step-up Flutes, get or give tips for perfecting flute
abilities from beginner to college, and get exhibit hall tours for parents, students, families, and first-timers. The NFA Youth Engagement Committee will be on hand to help you explore!
- Saturday, 3–4 pm | Tips, Trials, and Tours: Explorations for the Emerging Flutist