Industry Jul 10, 2026
Ian Anderson Explains Flute Preference Over Guitar
“I found the flute gave me something very interesting melodically”
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MusicRadar
Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson explained his preference for playing the flute, comparing the intimidation some feel when hearing Eric Clapton play guitar to others being deterred from tennis by Roger Federer. Anderson stated that the flute offered him interesting melodic possibilities. He also commented that Ritchie Blackmore is "definitely not mad." Originally reported by MusicRadar.