“Join us as we bring classical and jazz traditions together at the Caine School of the Arts at Utah State University this Spring.“
Saturday, March 21, 2026 • 10 AM–5:30 PM
The 2026 Utah Flute Convention Theme is Jazz & Improvisation
Welcoming Guest artist Ali Ryerson
With a career spanning over 50 years, this year’s guest artist is jazz flutist Ali Ryerson.
Utah Flute Convention Class 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 Ali Ryerson’s masterclass and recital, along with other expert-led masterclasses, jazz and improvisation sessions, youth classes, a flute choir reading, an artist performer and an orchestral excerpt competition, and vendor exhibits.
Below is a tentative schedule, the complete convention schedule will be available in January
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 | Ali Ryerson – Orchestral Excerpts Masterclass (Recital Hall – RWPH) | ||
| 11:00 am | Orchestral Excerpts Masterclass (Recital Hall – RWPH) | Adrienne Tedjamulia – From Figured Bass to Walking Bass (FAV 150 – 50 min) | Ligia Verduga – Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano by Claude Bolling (FAV 262 – 50 min) |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch & Vendors MWFO Performance | ||
| 1:00 pm | Vendors (Recital Hall – RWPH) | “Nicole Elkins & Adrienne Tedjamulia – Jazz Explorations (Atrium – Impact Commons – 50 min)” | |
| 2:00 pm | Flute Choir Reading Session (Recital Hall – RWPH – 45 min) | Ashley Tingey – Happy Little Accidents (FAV 150 – 45 min) | |
| 3:00 pm | Flute Choir Reading Session (45 min) UFA Member Meeting (15 min) | Greg Wheeler – Learning the Elements of Swing | |
| 4:00 pm | Ali Ryerson Recital (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 | Lunch & Vendors MWFO Performance |
| 1:00 pm | Kristen (FAV 150 – 45 min) |
| 2:00 pm | Ashley Tingey – Happy Little Accidents (FAV 150 – 45 min) |
| 3:00 pm | Youth Day Class 2 (FAV 150 – 45 min) |
| 4:00 pm | Ali Ryerson Recital (Recital Hall – RWPH) |
Did you sign up for the Sonata Competition?
Recorded Deadline January 24th, 2026, 11:59PM MST
In person performance 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.
Sponsors
- The Zoo, Arts, and Parks Foundation. The mission of the Zoo, Arts & Parks (ZAP) Program is to enhance Salt Lake County resident and visitor experiences through art, cultural, and recreational offerings. ZAP currently provides support for 233 arts and cultural nonprofits.
