Najmie Hafizan

Najmie Hafizan, aged 32 and originally from Kuala Lumpur, is currently a freelance street musician in Kota Kinabalu. His journey with the flute began in 2010, sparked by curiosity and mostly self-taught skills. Najmie has a passion for exploring flutes from various cultures, expanding his artistic horizons. In Sabah, he's captivated by the local musical heritage, including the indigenous nose flute, and collaborates with local musicians to infuse traditional elements. He also experiments with free improvisation to push the limits of flute playing.