GERMAN FLUTE SOCIETY

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International Flute-Competition of the DGfF 2026

Three categories: Young Talents | Professionals | Amateurs (aged 25 and over)

Two rounds: Online | In person: As part of the "International Flute Festival of the DGfF", Folkwang University of the Arts, Essen, 24–27 September 2026

Registration and information: Registration deadline: 15 May 2026 | Video clip submission deadline: 1 June 2026 | Further information will be available here soon!

Flöte aktuell 3/2025

Flöte aktuell is published four times a year and contains portraits, contributions on instruments, studies on the history of styles, information on competitions, reviews of books, sheet music and CDs, tips from pedagogical practice and fluteenie for children and young people. Members of the DGF can read and download the complete journal after registration.

Flute Ensembles WORLDWIDE

As part of the "International Flute Festival Essen 2026" | 24–27 September 2026

Information and registration at www.flutefestival.de (available from the end of 2025)
Registration deadline: 15 April 2026
Contact: floete(at)floete.net

Supported by the European Flute Council

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DGfF – The DGfF turns 40 years old

Learn more about the work of the DGfF e.V. in this film (German with English subtitles)

00:00 - The foundation
02:11 - The magazine «Flöte Aktuell»
03:39 - International Flute Festivals
04:33 - Flute Days
05:47 - Virtual Flute Festival
08:40 - Flutynars ( Didactics)
10:17 - Competitions for young flutists and flautists
12:20 - The Board of Directors of the DGfF