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Houston Flute Club

Since its establishment in 1982, the Houston Flute Club membership has included professional performers and teachers, students, adult amateurs, and flute enthusiasts. Our annual programming includes Flute Fest, competitions of various levels, The Flute Choir of the Houston Flute Club, as well as guest artist recitals and masterclasses.

Board of Directors and Leadership

All HFC board members and officers are volunteers. Interested in serving? Contact us today for a list of open positions and to see how you might get involved!

Tori Yaussy

President

Jennifer Reddick

Membership Chair

William Phi

Board Officer

Vicky Williamson

Past President

Allison Asthana

Vice President

Cindy Walls

Secretary

Kelly DeVany

Board Officer

Jill Derise

Flute Choir Coordinator

Allison Vitek

Treasurer

Tyler Martin

Marketing Chair

Lana Kuscer

Board Officer

James Marioneaux

Flute Choir Director

Flute Fest Coordinators

Interested in volunteering? Email our flute fest coordinator to get involved!

William Phi

Flute Fest Coordinator

Cindy Walls

Denise Jennings Competition

Allison Asthana

Byron Hester Competition

Alaina Diehl

Guest Artist Liaison

Lisa van Langen

Badge Coordinator

Dominique Reilly

Assistant Flute Fest Coordinator

Lauren Sanders

Young Artist Competition

Kaiya Kelker

Denise Jennings Assistant

John Allgood

Raffle Coordinator

Peggy Russell

Venue Coordinator

Tyler Martin

Byron Hester Competition

Jennifer Reddick

Corporate Sponsors

Open Position

Volunteer Coordinator

The HFC is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation.

All donations are tax deductible.

EIN 76-0200859

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With gratitude,

Tori Yaussy
President, Houston Flute Club

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🎶🎄 Join us for a festive afternoon of music and holiday cheer! The HFC Flute Choir will be performing at Old Town Spring’s Home for the Holidays event in the charming Gentry Square area. 🎵✨

Come experience the joy of the season with us at 1pm. Admission is free, so bring your family and friends for a festive afternoon filled with beautiful flute melodies. Curious to see what flute choir is all about? Come on out! See you there! 🎅🎶

#flutechoir #fluteclub #altoflute #bassflute #piccolo #christmasgig #flutechoirmusic #flutechoirconcert #flutechoirs #flutechoirdirector

What an inspiring evening with Rayo Furuta and Beilin Han, and Daniel Carlo and Burkart Flutes! Such a treat to get to hear incredible flute playing on a Thursday night in Houston. The masterclass with Dr. Furuta was fun and informative! Thank you so much to Daniel Carlo and Burkart Flutes for bringing beautiful instruments for all to try. Everyone who attended this event left with a smile on their face 😄The HFC loves getting to host special events like this outside of Flute Fest!

Another big thank you to St. Luke’s Presbyterian for generously hosting the HFC for yet another wonderful event this season!

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@burkartflutes
@danieljcarlo
@hanbeilin

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We had an amazingly informative and inspiring class with guest artist @juleekimwalker yesterday! Congratulations to the performers: Advaith, Emilie, Sabrina, and Chloe! And thank you to everyone who came out to learn from such a wonderful master teacher! Thank you, Dr. Walker!! 🪈 🎶

Special thank you to St. Luke’s Presbyterian for hosting us for this class!

#flute #flutist #fluteteacher #TMEAflute #houstonfluteclub #flutelife

🎶 Houston Flute Club Masterclass with Julee Kim Walker 🎶

High school flutists—don’t miss this chance to work with Julee Kim Walker (@juleekimwalker), Professor of Flute at East Texas A&M University! The class will focus on the TMEA All-State Etudes and offer tips to boost your preparation.

📅 Sept. 28, 2025 | 2–4PM 📍 St. Luke’s Presbyterian

✨ Three performers will be selected by raffle! 👩‍🏫 Flute teachers are encouraged to join, too.

✅ Open to all high school flutists 🎟️ Hosted by the Houston Flute Club
👉 Find out more & apply through the link in our bio

Congratulations to all of the flutists who performed at the Denise Jennings Honors Recital last weekend! Amazing performances by all! 👏

Thank you to St. Luke’s Presbyterian for hosting us for this recital, and Cynthia Kelley from @flutacious for attending and bringing a great showing of flutes for everyone to try! What a great end to our spring season! 💐

🎶 🪈 🎶

#flute #fluteclub #houstonflute #flutist #flautist

The Houston Flute Club is pleased to announce Danielle Kim as our 2025 Byron Hester Competition Winner! Congratulations on a stunning performance! 💫

The level of artistry continually grows higher for the Bryon Hester Competition and this year was no exception. Congratulations to all five of the finalists for outstanding performances! 🎊

Thank you to Allison Asthana @allison.asthana and Tyler Martin @flutist_tyler for your time spent coordinating this competition. Thank you to our three judges Jennifer Grim @jengrimflute, Daniel Pardo @danielpardomusic, and Leone Buyse as well! 👏🏿

Congratulations we are all looking forward to next to year! 🎉

Announcing the results of the 2025 Young Artist Competition! ✨

Congratulations to each and every participant this year. Your artistry sang through and made the competition exceptional! 🏆

One huge thank you to our coordinators Lauren Sanders @lauren.sanders.flute and Daniel Pardo @danielpardomusic for all of your time and hard work to make this competition possible. Thank you to our rockstar cast of adjudicators as well! 👏🏿

Congratulations we are all looking forward to next to year! 🎉
#Flute #Flutist #FluteCompetition #Fluteclub #YoungArtistCompetition #HoustonFluteClub

Announcing the results of the 2025 Denise Jennings Solo & Ensemble competition! 🌟

We had one of the biggest turnouts EVER for this competition and want to congratulate each and every performer for their hard work and commitment! 🏆

Thank you to our amazing coordinators Cindy Walls and Kaiya Kelker for your many hours spent putting this all together! And thank you to all who lent their time and ears adjudicating. 👏

Congratulations and see you next year! 🥳

#flute #flutist #flutecompetition #houstonfluteclub

Houston Flute Festival 2025
“Around the World”

Parking Information - Part 2

#houstonfluteclub #houstonflute #flutist #flutecommunity #flutelife #flutemasterclass #flutefest2025 #flutecommunity #musiclovers #musiceducation #bethereorbe◼️ #universityofhouston #flutefestival

Houston Flute Festival 2025
“Around the World”

Parking Information - Part 1

#houstonfluteclub #houstonflute #flutist #flutecommunity #flutelife #flutemasterclass #flutefest2025 #flutecommunity #musiclovers #musiceducation #bethereorbe◼️ #universityofhouston #flutefestival

Thank you to our amazing Aurumite sponsors: @flutistryofficial and @powellflutes!! They will both be exhibiting at the Flute Fest TOMORROW! Thank you also to both companies for helping to sponsor the Byron Hester competition!

Looking forward to seeing everyone at the fest tomorrow! 🪈 🎶

#flute #flutist #houstonfluteclub

�✨ Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Houston Flute Club Flute Fest! Swipe through to discover the incredible performances and seminars throughout the day, featuring top flutists and expert instructors. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills or be inspired by the music, there’s something for everyone! But that’s not all – enjoy our amazing exhibitors, showcasing instruments, accessories, and more. 🪶🎵 Don’t miss out on this celebration of all things flute! #FluteFest2024 #HoustonFluteClub #FluteExhibitors #FlutePerformances #FluteSeminars #FluteCommunity #FluteLife

Huge thank you to one of our amazing platinum sponsors, Carolyn Nussbaum Music Co @flute4u! They have been long-time supporters of the Houston Flute Club and we are so glad to have them this year as an exhibitor and sponsor of our Guest Artist, Jennifer Grim!

Make sure to visit them at Flute Fest THIS SATURDAY! They will have lots of flutes to try and fun flute merchandise! 🥳

Register via our website houstonfluteclub.com 🪈

#flute #flutist #flutefestival #houstonflute #flutecompany

As we lead up to Flute Fest on March 29 (only a week away!) we’d like to spotlight our amazing sponsors! First up: @haynesflutes, our guest artist sponsor and platinum member! Thank you to everyone at Haynes for your support of the Houston Flute Club!

Be sure to visit the Haynes booth at the exhibit hall during fest!

And if you haven’t registered to attend fest yet, visit our website to do so — you don’t want to miss out on all of the amazing events that will be going on all day at March 29 at @uhmooresschool!

#flute #flutist #flutemaker #houstonflute #houstonfluteclub #haynesflute

🎶✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening as Rebecca Huynh, the 2024 Byron Hester Competition Winner, takes the stage for her highly anticipated recital! 🌟 Be there to celebrate Rebecca’s incredible achievement and experience a performance that will undoubtedly leave you feeling inspired! 💫 #ByronHesterWinner #RebeccaHuynhRecital #ClassicalMusic #MusicLovers #LivePerformance #ConcertAlert #MusicIsLife #InspiringTalent

🌟 Congratulations to the finalists of this year’s Houston Flute Club Young Artist Competition! 🎉 It’s so inspiring to hear such incredible young musicians showcasing their passion and skill. The future of the flute community is in great hands! 🎶👏 Best of luck to all the finalists—keep shining! ✨ #HoustonFluteClub #YoungArtistCompetition #FluteFuture #FluteCommunity #InspiringTalent

🎉 Huge congratulations to the finalists of this year’s Byron Hester Flute Competition! 🏆 The talent this year has been nothing short of extraordinary, and the applicant pool was incredibly competitive. We are proud to honor the legacy of former Houston Symphony Principal Flute Byron Hester through this amazing showcase of artistry and skill. Wishing all the finalists the best of luck as they continue to inspire us with their musical brilliance! 🎶✨ #ByronHesterFluteCompetition #FluteTalent #MusicExcellence #HoustonSymphony #FluteCommunity

🎶 High school flutists, this one’s for you! 🎶 Take your playing to new heights with University of Houston flute faculty Tyler Martin and Peggy Russell at the 2025 Flute Fest, hosted by the Houston Flute Club. 🌟

This is your chance to learn from two amazing educators, refine your technique, and get personalized feedback in a supportive and inspiring environment. Whether you’re preparing for auditions or just passionate about improving, this masterclass is a must!

📅 Apply today and start shaping your future as a flutist! 🚀✨

#FluteFest2025 #HoustonFluteClub #FluteMasterclass #HighSchoolFlutists #FluteCommunity #MusicEducation #FluteLife #FutureFlutists #ClassicalMusic

🌟Calling all advanced flutists! 🌟 Don’t miss the chance to elevate your skills with the incredible flutist Jennifer Grim at the 2025 Flute Fest. 🎶✨

This is your opportunity to gain invaluable insights and refine your technique in a focused, hands-on masterclass. Whether you’re looking to push your artistry further or connect with fellow passionate flutists, this is the place to be!

📅 Apply now and take your playing to the next level! 🚀🎵

#FluteFest2025 #HoustonFluteClub #JenniferGrim #flutemasterclass #FluteCommunity #MusicExcellence #Flutists #AdvancedFlutists #FluteLife

Missed the deadline for the Denise Jennings Solo & Ensemble Competition? You’re in luck! 🍀

The deadline to enter has been extended to TOMORROW (Tuesday) by 11:59 PM! 🙌

Get those entries in for you, your students, and your ensembles to participate in the Houston Flute Club’s largest competition at Flute Fest on March 29! 🎶

Rules and details available at houstonfluteclub.org 💻

The HFC adult members had a wonderful time with Marianne Gedigian at her “mastery class— care for the caretakers”! It was a lovely and uplifting Sunday evening full of support and laughter. Thank you to @shepherd_school for generously donating their space for the class! And to our mastery teacher Marianne Gedigian for her generous spirit! Thank you also to our 4 fabulous performers for getting up in front of their peers to make it a great class. Here’s to more adult HFC masterclasses in the future! 🎶🎶🎶

Interested in attended another masterclass? HFC Flute Fest at the University of Houston on March 29 will host two more masterclasses!
🎶 The advanced masterclass with guest artist Jennifer Grim for college students and above
🎶 The high school masterclass with UH flute faculty Peggy Russel and @flutist_tyler

Details for how to apply are on our website, Houstonfluteclub.com , link in bio. We hope to see you there!

#houstonfluteclub #flutemasterclass #fluteteacher #flutists #houstonflutefest

Reminder! We want to hear from YOU! Proposal submissions for the 2025 Flute Fest on March 29 are due soon! 📆

The deadline for submissions is on February 9. Don’t miss your chance to be included as a performer or presenter at the Houston Flute Fest! 🪈🌍

Application and more details via the link in bio or from our website: houstonfluteclub.org

We can’t wait to read your applications! 🤩

#flute #flutist #flutefest #houstonfluteclub #flautist #flutelife

Have you heard?! 📣

Our first HFC meet-up of 2025 is this Saturday!! 📆

All are welcome to mix and mingle at @bypopulardemandbar on January 18th from 4-6 PM - look for HFC President @toriyaussyflutist in a flute club t-shirt! We hope you can join us! 🍹

#mixer #flute #flutist #houstonfluteclub

🎶✨ **CALLING ALL FLUTISTS & PRESENTERS!** 🎶✨

Do you have a unique performance or presentation you want to share with the Flute community? Now’s your chance! 🎤🎼 Submit your proposal to perform or present at the **2025 Flute Fest** on **March 29, 2025**! 🌟

🎶 **Performance Proposals**
🔹 Solo or ensemble
🔹 15-minute max
🔹 **No age limit!** 🎵

🎤 **Presentation Proposals**
🔸 Max 20 minutes (Q&A included)
🔸 Visuals encouraged
🔸 **No age limit!** 🗣️

💌 Submit now to be part of the **2025 Flute Fest** magic! 💫
🔗 [Link in bio] ⬆️

#FluteFest2025 #FluteCommunity #CallForProposals #FlutePerformance #FlutePresentation #FluteFest #FlutistsOfInstagram #DiverseVoices

The Houston Flute Club is thrilled to announce a masterclass led by renowned flutist Marianne Gedigian at Rice University (Room 1133) on Friday, February 2, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. This unique event is open to all adult flutists (not currently in college or grad school). Marianne will work with five performers, chosen by lottery, offering personalized guidance and expert advice.

How to Perform:
Lottery Selection: To perform, fill out the online form to enter the lottery. We will notify selected performers roughly 2 weeks before the class.

Topics to Bring: No specific repertoire is required! Performers should come prepared to work on topics like sound, pitch, or technical challenges. Feel free to bring etudes, technical studies, or other material you’d like to focus on.

Apply to perform and register for this event on our website, link in bio!
This event is free to HFC members and $10 for nonmembers.
If you apply to perform, make sure you also register for the event!
Auditor and performance spots are limited, so please do register in advance.

While this class is geared towards adults, flutists of all ages and ability levels are invited to attend.
See you there!
🎶🎶🎶

#houstonfluteclub #flutemasterclass #springmasterclass #flutechoir #flutist #houstonflutists

Please join the HFC for our second flute meet-up, this time in the Memorial area! Come catch up and meet other area flutists over drinks and bites (available for purchase) at @bypopulardemandbar ‘s neighborhood living room. Look for HFC president @toriyaussyflutist in a flute club t-shirt! Members and nonmembers alike are invited to attend this free mixer. See you there! 🍹

Saturday January 18, 4-6pm
By Popular Demand

A message from the president:

Thank you to all our members for making 2024 a great year for the HFC. Truly, none of this would be possible without your support and participation in this flute club.

The executive board works hard to bring you flute fest every year, and we are working overtime to bring you additional events to continue to inspire love of the flute throughout the year. Stay tuned for details about our January membership meetup and the adult masterclass with Marianne Gedigian in February!

Thank you to our generous donors who helped support the club through end-of-year giving. Today is the last day to donate if you would like! (Link in bio)

What would you like to see the HFC bring to the Houston flute community in 2025? Let us know in the comments or shoot us a DM!

Happy new year, and good health and happy fluting to all! 🥳🎶
Tori Yaussy, President
@toriyaussyflutist

Watch a message from HFC President, @toriyaussyflutist , to learn all about what Giving Tuesday is and how your donations will directly benefit the Houston flute community! 🎶

Donate to help us reach our goal! ✨
https://donorbox.org/hfc-giving-tuesday-2024
Link is also in our bio.

To learn more about our organization and upcoming events, visit our website at houstonfluteclub.com 🎵

#HFCGivingTuesday #flute #flutist #flautist #GivingTuesday #musiceducation #houstonfluteclub #flutechoir #flutecompetition #fluteclass #musicnonprofit

🎶 For the first time ever, the Houston Flute Club is participating in Giving Tuesday! We are raising money to help fund our educational activities for spring 2025. Any donation made tomorrow on Giving Tuesday will help us produce Flute Fest 2025, featuring guest artist Jennifer Grim! Please help us reach our goal of $1000! ✨

Visit this page to make your donation: https://donorbox.org/hfc-giving-tuesday-2024
Link also in our bio!

Are you an HFC member who would like to share what our organization has meant in your life? Send us a message today, including a photo of yourself, to be featured on our social media! 📸

To learn more about our organization and upcoming events, visit our website at houstonfluteclub.com 🎵

#HFCGivingTuesday #flute #flutist #flautist #GivingTuesday #musiceducation #houstonfluteclub #flutechoir #flutecompetition #fluteclass #musicnonprofit

🎶🎄 Join us for a magical afternoon of music and holiday cheer! The Houston Flute Choir will be performing at Old Town Spring’s Home for the Holidays event in the charming Gentry Square area. 🎵✨

Come experience the joy of the season with us at 1pm. Admission is free, so bring your family and friends for a festive day filled with beautiful flute melodies. See you there! 🎅🎶

🎶✨ Save the date, flute friends! 🎶✨

The Houston Flute Club’s annual Flute Fest is back on March 29, 2025, and you won’t want to miss it! We are excited to welcome our 2025 guest artist, Jennifer Grim! She is sure to inspire and captivate us all. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and stay tuned for more exciting details! 🎵

#HoustonFluteClub #JenniferGrim #FluteFest2025 #SaveTheDate

Calling all flutists! 🎶 The annual Byron Hester Solo Flute Competition is back! 🌟 Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to showcase your talent and win an amazing prize package. Click the link in our bio for more details. 💫 #HoustonFluteClub #ByronHesterCompetition #FluteLife #MusicCommunity #FluteCompetition

Join us at the Houston Flute Mixer for an evening of music, mingling and fun! 🎶 Whether you’re a member or a newcomer, everyone is welcome. Grab a bite and sip on your favorite drink (available for purchase).

Don’t miss on this amazing opportunity to be a part of our Houston flute community. See you there! 🎶 🪈

#HoustonFluteClub #FluteMixer #FluteCommunity

Congratulations to all of our Denise Jennings winners!

Get your 2024 Houston Flute Club Flute Fest T-Shirt! You can visit the link in our bio to view all the colors and styles available

We want YOU to join us for our festival on 6 April 2024 in Houston!! Screen shot our schedule to share with colleagues, students, friends, and family!

Join us at 3:30 during flute fest for our guest artist recital! Following the recital, we will announce award and raffle winners!

Our featured guest artist Matthew Roitstein, will be giving a masterclass during Flute Fest! Those who are interested in participating, check out our website for how to apply!

Join us for our annual Flute Fest April 6th at the University of Houston featuring guest artist Matthew Roitstein!

Byron Hester and Young Artist Deadlines are coming up quickly! Be sure to get your application in on time!

Our competition deadlines are coming up fast! Have you submitted your application yet?

Registration for the Denise Jennings competition has also opened! Head over to our website for more info on how to apply!

We are so excited for tomorrows flute fest! Be sure to renew your membership so that you can gain access to a day of flute fun! See you there at the University of Houston Moore’s School of Music!

Be sure to check out our raffle for many great prizes! 100% of ticket sales goes directly back to support the flute club and flute fest!

We are thrilled to feature guest artist Molly Barth in recital from 3:30-4:30 in Dudley Recital Hall at the University of Houston. Be sure to renew your membership or join today to gain access to the festivities!

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