Mr. Leifer is recognized in Europe, the Americas, China and India as a master flutist who performs both on western flutes and on the bansuri (north Indian keyless bamboo flute). He resigned his position in the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra to accept a Fulbright to study Hindustani classical music. Remaining in India for five years, Mr. Leifer won praise for his lively and authentic renditions of raga melodies. Mr. Leifer has became one of Chicago's leading flutists and flute teachers. He gives recitals on Western flutes and performs as principal flutist in the Ars Viva Orchestra. He teaches flute at NEIU and Moody Bible Institute. He has performed Indian music at Symphony Center in Chicago, Millennium Park, numerous universities, as well as conventions of the National Flute Association and the British Flute Society. He has broadcast Indian music on radio stations WFMT, WBEZ and WHPK. Mr. Leifer has also given many recitals of Western classical flute repertory. His recording of Bloch's "Suite Modale" for flute and strings has received national attention and frequent airplay. He has received numerous awards throughout his career including grants from the Illinois Arts Council, Chicago Artists Abroad, and a 2005-06 Fulbright Senior Research Fellowship