Industry Jul 11, 2026
Ian Anderson Explains Flute Preference Over Guitar, Cites Clapton and Federer
“I found the flute gave me something very interesting melodically”
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MusicRadar
Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson shared that he chose to focus on the flute, finding it offered him unique melodic possibilities. He compared the decision to players giving up tennis after witnessing Roger Federer's skill. Anderson also commented that Ritchie Blackmore is "definitely not mad." Originally reported by MusicRadar.