Stefán Ragnar Höskuldsson
: Germany
: Performer of the year 2024 at Global Flute Excellence Awards
Principal instrument: C Flute (Concert Flute)
Global Flute Excellence Awards
Sir James Galway
: Switzerland
: Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2001 for services to music. Recipient of the Gramophone Lifetime Achievement Award and numerous honorary doctorates. Life Achievement Award 2024 at the Global Flute Excellence Awards
Principal instrument: C Flute (Concert Flute)
Sir James Galway
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD – Honoring a lifetime of extraordinary contributions to the global flute community.
Lady Jeanne Galway
: Switzerland
: 2008 Spirit of Ireland Award Irish America magazine Joint recognition with Sir James Galway for their ambassadorial contributions
Principal instrument: C Flute (Concert Flute)
Stefán Ragnar Höskuldsson
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: PERFORMER OF THE YEAR – Recognizing outstanding artistry and achievement in flute performance.
Kathy Blocki
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: TEACHER OF THE YEAR – Honoring exceptional dedication and impact in flute education and pedagogy.
Lowell Liebermann
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: COMPOSER OF THE YEAR – Recognizing a composer whose works have expanded and enriched the flute repertoire.
Emanuel Flutes
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: FLUTEMAKER OF THE YEAR – For excellence and innovation in the craft of flute making.
Voice dell’Anima
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR – For groundbreaking contributions in flute performance, pedagogy, or technology.
Post Tenebras Flûtes
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: ENSEMBLE OF THE YEAR – Awarded to a flute ensemble or chamber group for excellence and creativity.
Francesco Belfiore
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: FLUTE ADVOCATE AWARD – Celebrating extraordinary efforts in promoting and advancing the flute worldwide.
Anton Kushnir
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: INSPIRATIONAL STORY AWARD – Honoring stories of resilience, inspiration, and impact within the flute world.
Valerie Teresa Walter
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: EMERGING ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Celebrating rising flutists showing remarkable promise and talent.
Nikka Gershman
Year Awarded:: 2024
Award Title / Category: EMERGING ARTIST OF THE YEAR – Celebrating rising flutists showing remarkable promise and talent.
Yulia Berry, DMA
: United States
: Honored Listee in Marquis Who’s Who 2024
Principal instrument: C Flute (Concert Flute)