The Utah Flute Association Presents the 2026 Utah Flute Convention
Featuring Jazz Flutist and Sankyo Artist
Ali Ryerson
Saturday March 21,2026
10-5:00 PM
Join us this year at our two day Utah Flute Convention Event.
Utah Flute Convention Schedules
The Utah Flute Convention on March 21, 2026, takes place at the Caine School of Music at Utah State University, with performances and educational experiences for flutists of all levels.
Highlights include a masterclass recital with jazz flutist Ali Ryerson, an orchestral excerpt mock audition, youth classes, and a flute choir reading. Attendees can also experience the Artist Performer competition finals, as well as interactive jazz and improvisation workshops and recitals designed for players at every stage of their musical journey.
Register by February 23rd to reserve a FREE boxed lunch!
All Day Class Schedule – Utah Flute Convention
Utah Flute Convention, March 21, 2026
10-4 pm
| Convention | Option #1 | Option #2 | Option #3 |
| 10:00 am | Workshop with Ali Ryerson –(Recital Hall – RWPH) | ||
| 11:00 am | Orchestral Excerpts Mock Audition (Recital Hall – RWPH) | From Figured Bass to Walking Bass Adrienne Tedjamulia (FAV 150) | Jazz Dream for Alto Flute Interactive Performance Ligia Verduga – (FAV 262) |
| 12:00 pm | Mountain West Flute Orchestra Performance Lunch & Vendors (Atrium – Impact Commons) | ||
| 1:00 pm | Vendors (Atrium – Impact Commons) | Jazz Explorations Nicole Elkins & Adrienne Tedjamulia (FAV 150) World Premiere Performance of Duo Sonata in F by Peter Compos | |
| 2:00 pm | Vendors (Atrium – Impact Commons) | Happy Little Accidents Beginner Improv Techniques Ashley Tingey (FAV 262) | |
| 3:00 pm 3:45 pm | Flute Choir Reading Session (Recital Hall – RWPH) UFA Member Meeting (Recital Hall – RWPH) | Learning Elements of Swing Greg Wheeler (FAV 150) | |
| 4:00 pm | Ali Ryerson Recital (feat. the flute choir reading session) (Recital Hall – RWPH) |
Half Day Youth Schedule – Utah Flute Convention
Utah Flute Convention For Youth, March 21, 2026
12-4 pm
| Convention | Youth Classes |
| 12:00 pm | Mountain West Flute Orchestra Performance Lunch & Vendors (Atrium – Impact Commons) |
| 1:00 pm | Sounds and Storytelling: Intro to Extended Techniques Kristen Parrish (FAV 262) |
| 1:45 pm | Break |
| 2:00 pm | Happy Little Accidents Beginner Improv Techniques Ashley Tingey (FAV 262) |
| 2:30 pm | Craft (FAV 264) |
| 3:00 pm | Pop Music Warm Ups Nicole Elkins (FAV 262) |
| 4:00 pm | Ali Ryerson Recital (Recital Hall – RWPH) |
Flute choir music for the Convention:
- Blues for Marty
- Camellia Clouseau
- Sacramento River Ramble
If you’d like access to the music, please reach out to info@utahflute.org
Did you sign up for the Sonata Competition?
In-Person Competition
March 20,2026, 4-9 pm
The 2026 UFA Sonata Competition provides flutists of all ages an opportunity to perform diverse classical and jazz repertoire across multiple levels, from beginners to professionals. An optional sight-reading component is offered at each level for added performance experience and feedback.
The UFA Artist Performer division features professional flutists from Utah and Idaho in a two-round competition culminating live at the 2026 UFA Convention, with a $500 cash prize awarded to the winner in the in person performance. Recorded Deadline January 24th, 2026, 11:59PM MST
UFA Convention Sponsors
