ALINA STEELE | ​​Director, San Diego Flute Academy

Welcome to the San Diego Flute Academy! As founder and director, Alina Steele is deeply passionate about nurturing the talent of young flutists and guiding them to achieve their unique performance goals. She believes in creating a supportive and inspiring environment where students feel empowered to explore their musicality and reach their highest potential.

Alina's dedication to her students is evident in their remarkable achievements. Her students regularly win top-tier competitions such as MTAC's VOCE and the San Diego Youth Artist Competitions, and gain acceptance into esteemed youth orchestras like the San Diego Youth Symphony, Mainly Mozart Youth Orchestra, Civic Orchestra, and All-State Ensembles. 

​Alina's own musical journey includes a Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance and a Bachelor of Science in Sound Recording Technology from DePaul University, followed by a Master of Music in Music Technology from New York University. She had the privilege of studying with esteemed flutists Frances Brodeur, Heather Holden, Linda Chesis, Robert Dick, Hideko Amano, Jennifer Clippert, and Mary Stolper, shaping her into the accomplished musician and educator she is today.  

In addition to teaching flute, Alina shares her expertise as part-time music faculty at Palomar College and contributes her artistry as principal flutist with the Palomar Symphony. She remains an active performer in chamber and orchestral settings, including her role as "Flutastica" with the Swarmius Ensemble.

Alina served on the Board of Directors of the San Diego Flute Guild (SDFG) from 2016-2023, including a term as President and Executive Director. She is also an active member of the Music Teachers' Association of California (MTAC), currently serving on the Board of Directors for the Northern San Diego Branch.

With a primary focus on flute performance and teaching, Alina also has a strong background in composition, computer music, and audio production, having worked as an audio designer/editor for the major network CBS. 
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If you are looking for an experienced, dedicated, and inspiring flute teacher who can help your child develop their musical abilities and achieve their aspirations, Alina Steele and the San Diego Flute Academy are here to guide them on their musical journey!