The 2026 National Flute Association Closing Gala celebrates the artistry and community of the flute world through performances by Lina Andonovska, Timothy Hagen, Julien Beaudiment, Sebastijan Bereta, and Suzanne Teng. Highlights include the combined Professional and High School Flute Choirs under the direction of Cassandra Eisenreich, the world premiere of Aaron Hedenstrom’s arrangement of Bučimiš, and a featured work by this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Matthias Ziegler, alongside the presentation of major NFA awards and competition results. Following the closing ceremonies, all flutists are invited to join a joyful mass performance of Bach’s Air, open to flutists of all levels and instruments. Matthias Ziegler's performance is supported by the Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia.