Rochester Flute Association

05/05/2026

The RFA is pleased to present "Success in Music: a discussion and masterclass with Julee Kim Walker" on Thursday, May 28 from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Hochstein School, 50 N. Plymouth Avenue, Rochester, NY 14614. This event is free and open to the public.

Do you, or any of your students, want the opportunity to play in the masterclass? It is open to all ages and skill levels, and is free with RFA membership. Deadline to sign up is Monday, May 18, and performers will be notified by May 20. Apply today!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSck0Hg2ij6BgJdt_ULdWv2xyYtZikSfakdxT3wmTPtewKyusw/viewform

05/01/2026

Announcement of our 2026 Performance Competitions!

Competitions include:
Junior Competition (for flutists in grades 6-8 in the 2026-27 academic year)
High School Flute Competition (for flutists in grades 9-12 in the 2026-27 academic year)
Emerging Artist Flute Competition (for flutists 18 or older by October 16, 2026)

Go to our website for more information and to sign up!
http://www.rfaonline.org/2026-performance-competitions.html

03/16/2026

Registration is open for our Flute Choir Festival on April 19 with our special guest artist, Dan Parasky! Aimed toward high school, college and adult flutists, this event features a masterclass, and Q&A session, and a mass flute choir performance. Click the link below and register today!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScV8MxFxrooM96uoGrIJ3bFwxGnYOLcRX67zevxDOvRm8yoTg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113085202462409120354

12/08/2025

The Rochester Flute Association Flute Choir performed pre-concert music at the Beston Holiday Gala on Sunday, December 7. They did a wonderful performance and there were many smiles and gratious applause from the full lobby of concertgoers. We are grateful for our relationship with the School of Music.

10/23/2025

Looking forward to our Flute Fair weekend! Kicking things off tomorrow night with our Guest Artist recital (ticket information below). We can't wait to see you there!

Tickets:
Students - $15.00
Adults - $20.00
Seniors (62+) - $15.00
Nazareth Students - Free with Student ID

09/03/2025

Get ready for Flute Fair 2025!!!!

08/22/2025

Opportunity to join the Penfield Symphony Orchestra - 2nd Flute/Alt. Piccolo
Are you a flutist with significant skills and experience (not currently enrolled in school) who would like to join the Penfield Symphony Orchestra?
Fill in this application at this link:
https://penfieldsymphony.org/play-with-the-pso/

Your application will be reviewed by the selection committee.
Top candidates will be emailed details of the audition, including excerpts, place, and time as applications are approved.
Audition will be held September 8th.
Apply today!

Auditions for the Penfield Symphony Orchestra are held throughout the season, as necessary. Please complete this form to inquire about openings for your instrument, as well as to request an audition. Auditions are held with the Music Director, the Personnel Manager, and the appropriate Section Leade...

05/16/2025

The RFA is all about supporting flutists in a variety of ways. This Sunday is the annual Members' Recital which will include performers of all ages and stages on their music journey. Come enjoy a wide variety of music including two selections performed by the RFA Flute Choir. May 18th, 4:00 PM, Incarnation Episcopal Church, 1957 Five Mile Line Road, Penfield. It's free!

04/25/2025

Nazareth University School of Music is hosting flutist Berten D'Hollander and pianist Nina Siniakova for a weekend of masterclasses and concerts. Flutists can enjoy these events for free.

Flute masterclass Saturday, April 26 9:00 AM in Wilmot Recital Hall.
Concert Sunday, April 27 at 3:00 PM in Beston Hall.

04/23/2025

RFA Members are invited to participate in this opportunity to learn from world-renowned Belgian flutist Berten D'Hollander.

Berten D’Hollander is a Belgian concert flutist and educator. His refined musicality, unique sound and exceptional virtuosity earned him a wide international recognition. His career spans over 30 years of performing, both as a soloist and a member of chamber groups. As an orchestra musician, he has collaborated with Flemish Opera, the National Orchestra of Belgium, and many others. Berten enjoys performing classical repertoire as well as new works, presenting them at the internationally renowned festivals of contemporary music, such as Warsaw Autumn in Poland and Clef du Soleil in Lille, France. He holds a position of Principal flutist at contemporary music ensemble Musique Nouvelles since 2001. Berten D’Hollander is a Visiting Professor of Flute at the University of Arkseniz in Antalya, Turkey. His riveting performances of traditional and modern repertoire both technically, expressively and with an unusually gorgeous and hypnotic flute sound have made him popular as a virtuoso performer worldwide.

03/26/2025

2 more days to register! This event is FREE for students grades 4-12

Fill out the registration form using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdfhzqYL_p4sUjgazE8KdhqORJV5y2s2imVFvIMjuHzoExYRw/viewform?usp=header