National Flute Association

The National Flute Association
AbbreviationNFA
Formation1972
FounderMark Thomas (1972-2022)
Founded atIndiana
TypeNonprofit
PurposeInspiring Flutists, Enriching Lives.
Headquarters70 East Lake Street, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Location
  • USA
Membership5,000
Executive Director
Jennifer Clarke
Staff8 staff, 14 Board of Directors
Websitehttps://www.nfaonline.org/

The National Flute Association (NFA) is an organization of flute players with roughly 5,000 members from more than 50 countries. It is an association in the United States with headquarters in Chicago, Illinois.

The organization was founded in 1972 by flutist Mark Thomas and incorporated in 1973 in Indiana. The first administrative role was established in 1977. Past presidents, program chairs, and committee chairs have included principal flautists of American orchestras, soloists, chamber musicians, and professors at conservatories & universities. Notable members include Sir James Galway and Ian Anderson. Jennifer Grim is President of the Board for 2024–2026, with Francesca Arnone serving vice-president for 2024–2026.

On the Executive Staff, Jennifer Clarke was named the executive director in January 2021.