Anton Kushnir
In recognition of his extraordinary vision and resilience in the face of incredible challenges. Through his unwavering dedication, Anton Kushnir established the Ukrainian Flute Society for the first time in history, uniting flutists and creating a thriving community that celebrates the power of music to inspire, uplift, and connect.
His remarkable achievements stand as a testament to hope and perseverance, earning admiration from the global flute community.
Founder of the Ukrainian Flute Society.
Advocate for unity and resilience within the global flute community.
Recognized internationally for his inspirational leadership in difficult times.
ABOUT ANTON KUSHNIR
Anton Kushnir is a distinguished Ukrainian flutist, educator, and cultural leader whose resilience and vision have inspired musicians worldwide. He holds a PhD in music, serves as Associate Professor, and is Dean of the Orchestral Faculty at the Ukrainian National Tchaikovsky Academy of Music (Kyiv Conservatory). A graduate of the same academy under the guidance of Prof. Volodymyr Antonov, Kushnir continued his studies at the Chopin University of Music in Warsaw with Prof. Elżbieta Dastych-Szwarc.
In addition to his academic career, he is a performing artist with the Academic Symphony Orchestra of the National Philharmonic of Ukraine. Beyond the stage, he is a dedicated scholar, authoring numerous research works on the history, theory, and methodology of flute performance.
Amid challenging times for his country, Kushnir founded the Ukrainian Flute Society — the first of its kind in Ukraine — creating a platform that unites flutists, promotes collaboration, and strengthens the role of music as a source of hope and cultural identity.
For this extraordinary achievement, he was honored with the Inspirational Story Award 2024 at the Global Flute Excellence Awards.
