The flute is one of the more overlooked instruments in jazz, but it’s been making an impact on improvised music for more than 50 years. Let 10 experts take you on a guided tour. By Giovanni Russonello ...

Classical music that has been influenced by jazz comes in many guises. This concert features a few examples, including diverse works such as "Concerto 2/3" by Otar Gordeli, "Ven a mis Brazos 2/3" by ...

Flute Bass-ics steps above the basic jazz flute foray by one, enlisting the services of the always sublime Ron Carter Quartet, and two, taking advantage of Chip Shelton's talent with an array of ...

Claude Bolling's Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio with Jean-Pierre Rampal, a fusion of Baroque elegance with modern swing was arguably the first classical crossover hit album staying at the top of ...

The flute is having a moment, says our music reporter Giovanni Russonello. André 3000, of OutKast fame, released his album “New Blue Sun” late last year. On it, he traded rap and his distinctive voice ...