Mission
The Florida Flute Association is a state-wide 501c3 non-profit organization for students, flute teachers, and performers. We hold a three day annual state convention which includes various concerts, competitions, scholarships, and exhibits from the flute industry.
Our mission is to enlighten flutists of all ages and abilities, especially focusing on exposing students to the best examples of high-profile soloists and master-teachers.
Administration
Executive Director: Cindy Bruce
President: Jeremy Benson
Vice-President: Stephanie DiMauro
Secretary: Karen Large
Treasurer: Karl Barton
Program Chair: Dylan King
Board of Directors
Jessey Andris, Chair
Francesca Arnone
Tammy Roggen
Kristen Stoner
Laurel Zucker
2026 Annual Convention
The Florida Flute Association
50th Annual Membership Convention
January 30 and 31 – February 1, 2026
Orlando Airport Marriott Lakeside
7499 Augusta National Dr, Orlando FL
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Featured Guest Artists
We are pleased to announce
PROJECT Trio as our 2026
Featured Guest Artist!
A passionate, high-energy chamber music ensemble comprised of three virtuosic composer/performers from
Brooklyn, New York
Featured Florida Flutists will be
Presidents of the Florida Flute Association with performances including
Jeremy Benson, Jessey Andris
Tammara Phillips, Irene Pruzan
Lindsay Hager, Kristen Stoner
Julie Hesse, Karl Barton, Cheryl Star
and Nancy Clew Eller
Hotel Information
Hotel Room Deadline: January 5th, 2026 or when room block is sold out.
Room Fee: $189 per night
Complimentary parking (not including valet) is for FFA members staying at the hotel. All others must pay $22 per day (Subject to change).
Flute and Music Companies
Explore the flutes, music and accessories in our exhibit hall featuring renowned brands and companies with extensive offerings in one location
Convention Pre-Registration
Convention Registration will open in the Fall. Take advantage of the Early Bird Convention Fees and pre-register by January 5, 2026!
2025 Convention Program
Find the 2025 Program Guide overview here and the entire program for 2025.
Exhibitor Site Information
EXHIBIT HOURS
Friday – setup from 8am to noon.
Friday – Exhibits open from 1pm to 6pm
Saturday – Exhibits open from 9am to 6pm
Sunday – Exhibits from 9am to noon
Best Parts of the Convention
“Variety of the programming including workshops. The performers and groups were outstanding.”
“Meeting, re-uniting, and talking with friends acquaintances, and other participants.”
2023 Survey Respondents
What were the best part(s) of this year’s convention?
Scholarships
The Florida Flute Association is honored to offer several scholarships as part of its mission to encourage and educate talented flutists. FFA members are eligible to apply for Emeritus Fund scholarships, and Gilbert Study Grants offered through the Gilbert Memorial Endowment Fund.
Emeritus Fund Scholarship
The Emeritus Fund is comprised of donations made in honor of former or present teachers as well as other private donations. The aim of the fund is to provide financial assistance to exceptionally talented middle and high school students who are members of the FFA. Scholarships, not to exceed $500, will be paid directly to a flute camp or masterclass.
Gilbert Study Grants
The Gilbert Memorial Endowment Fund is perpetuated in celebration of the lives and legacy of Geoffrey Gilbert and his wife, Marjorie. One of the most distinguished British flutists and teachers of flute of the twentieth century, Mr. Gilbert provided a profound and long-lasting influence in many lives and careers through his fifty-year career, including generous participation at numerous conventions of the FFA. Established through the generosity of former students, particularly Sir James Galway, the Fund is perpetuated by individual gifts.
To further the legacy of Geoffrey Gilbert, who never stopped searching for new and better ways to perform and teach, the FFA now administers the Fund, offering Gilbert Study Grants. The Performance Study Grant (odd years) and the Teaching Study Grant (even years) are one-time $1000 awards to accomplished performers and committed teachers aiming to pursue future study.
Details on applying for scholarships is available HERE.
Geoffrey Gilbert: Gentleman of the Flute
Florida Flute Community
Deleted scene on Gilbert’s Florida connections from the documentary about the colorful life and career of the influential and inspirational British flutist, Geoffrey Winzer Gilbert. In the orchestral world, he had a giant reputation. As a player and as a teacher, he had a world-wide influence on flute playing. Featuring interviews with family, colleagues and some of his prominent students – including Sir James Galway (International Flute Soloist), William Bennett (Royal Academy of Music, London), Dr. Angeleita Floyd (author, The Gilbert Legacy) and more from across the United States, as well as from across the globe.
Full Documentary Now Available for Digital Download from Amazon
Join 500+ members
FFA Membership entitles you to receive the quarterly e-newsletters, have access to the online membership directory, be included in the Teachers Listing on the website upon request, have your Flute Choir listed on the website and in our e-newsletters upon request, have your corporation automatically listed on the website and in the e-newsletters, eligible to enter recordings for classes & competitions for the convention, eligible to apply for Scholarships administered by the association and eligible to attend the annual Florida Flute Association Members Convention.
