The Inline G Flute Podcast

Is there truly an American School of Flute Playing, similar to that of France, or is it purely said French School with an American accent? I haven’t got the answer yet, but come join me as I trace the origins of American Flute Playing back to a Frenchman, which then passed through William Kincaid, Joseph Mariano and Julius Baker, to a potential tradition of American Flute Playing.  If you'd l...

Two weeks in a row, Inline G is bringing you former winners of the Kobe International Flute Competition; with this week welcoming Spanish-Filipino flutist Rafael Adobas Bayog. Rafael and I chatted about the unique musical education he got in Ibiza, his compositional style, the Nielsen and Kobe competitions and how channelling your inner lion may be the key to success. We also chat about our shared...

This week’s episode comes fresh off the press from the Luxembourg Philharomie with orchestral flute superstar, former Kobe Flute Competition Winner, Jolivet aficionado and super-mom; Hélène Boulègue. I’ve been a fan of Hélène for years now, so getting to sit down with her to chat about her career, social media and most strikingly, motherhood was a legit privilege. If you only watch one part of thi...

All music is political; the fact it even exists is a political debate. So on the most political day of the year for the flute, join me as I discuss the role it plays as a symbol for both the Ulster Unionist and Catholic Nationalist communities across Ireland.  I also chat about why music is inherently left-wing, and why classical music insists of being apolitical in an ever changing world.&nb...

The Punk Ethos is defined by anti-authoritarian and anti-establishment views, carried out in a DIY fashion. Is there anyone in Classical Music truly doing this, or is elitism too deeply ingrained in the culture? I explore the roots of punk, the differences between punk as a genre and as an ethos, and finally I give my 3 favourite classical music “punks.” If you'd like to support the podcast, you c...

How a freak accident in 1930's Hungary led to Francis Poulenc writing the most played flute and piano piece in the world, as well as an opera about a set of flying female breasts.  If you'd like to support the podcast, you can sign up for just 5 quid a month to be a Patron at; patreon.com/TheInlineGFlutePodcast Inline G will ALWAYS be free of charge, but signing up helps let this podcast reac...

I tell the stories of an awful music school I worked for through the lens of Homer’s Odyssey.  If you'd like to support the podcast, you can sign up for just 5 quid a month to be a Patron at; patreon.com/TheInlineGFlutePodcast Inline G will ALWAYS be free of charge, but signing up helps let this podcast reach new heights, if you can afford it. You'll also get to ask questions to upcoming gues...

We did it, ladies and gents and all in-between. 50 episodes of Inline G. Join me as I had 5 pints of Guinness and a Strawberry Ice vape and rated my top 5 flute pop culture moments. I also had a wee chat about the importance of creativity as an artist and how it’s essential to your mental health.  If you'd like to support the podcast, you can sign up for just 5 quid a month to be a Patron at;...

Looking back to Pythagorean Theorem, I explain the origins of musical notes, the difference between Just Intonation and Equal Temperament, and how as a result; to truly play in tune as a flutist. I also tried my hand at my best Jordan Peterson impression, and had a dig at the people of England. All in a day’s work. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can sign up for just 5 quid a month to be...

The flute podcasting world is a rapidly growing one, but there’s one podcast that’s stood the test of time; the reliable stalwart of consistent excellence that is Talking Flutes. I’ve been a fan since the early days, and without it, Inline G wouldn’t exist. So it brings me great pleasure to FINALLY twist the arm of host Jean-Paul Wright into coming on here and giving us the crossover younger Garet...

This week’s Inline G couldn’t have had a more serendipitous timing, as I sat down with the brand new (as in, 2 days brand new!) permanent Principal Flute of the WDR Funkhausorchester; Marianna Busslechner.  Formerly at the Staatskapelle Dresden orchestral academy, Marianna chats about her experiences going directly from playing under Christian Thielemann to improvising jazz solos at the WDR.&...

Inline G return’s to it’s roots this week; hungover with a world-class flutist, sipping on a Spezi and chatting about all the big issues of the flute world. One of my personal best mates, French superstar orchestral musician and soloist Alice Brie was in town, and after a long night of Guinness until 4am, we emerged at 11am for a podcast. Alice chats about everything from her experiences as a chil...

After I waxed lyrical on Episode 28 of this podcast about Julien Beaudiment’s latest album, “California Dreamin’”, it was an inevitability that I would coax him on here. He found himself in Sunny Köln whilst on tour with The London Symphony Orchestra recently, and thus here we are. Julien and I chatted about his time in orchestras in The UK, France and The US, as well as his nervousness before con...

On the 12th April of this year, Vulture magazine published an article entitled “A Hidden Sexual Assault Scandal at the New York Philharmonic.” It details an alleged sexual misconduct case from 2010, and the various related ongoings since then. I am delighted to welcome the author of this landmark piece, Sammy Sussman, on to Inline G to talk about it, the various reactions and the potential implica...

Coming to you fresh from the Emerald Isle herself, this week’s episode features the the Principal Flute of The National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland (and proud fellow owner of an Irish accent); Catriona Ryan. After a few Instagram DMs, Catriona managed to squeeze me into her exceptionally busy schedule after a rehearsal to sit down together in the National Concerto Hall in Dublin and chat all thi...

This week I'm answering questions from you, dear listeners. From how to busk, non-institutional performance opportuniies, sexiest flute performances and my favourite American Flutists; I answered ALL of them. I forgot to plug the Patreon this week but here; if you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a thumbs up or five star review. It helps a huge amount keeping t...

It’s the piece every flutist dreads; and I’m here to change the narrative. So grab your copy of Ibert’s Flute Concerto, pour yourself something tropical and join me as we analyse everything that makes this concerto a damn good time.  From Ibert’s potential links to Elvis and 101 Dalmatians, to n analysis of the structure and practice tips; this episode will cover everything you might nee...

Coming straight from the Tonhalle Zürich, this week’s guest is Italian superstar, former Nielsen Competition winner and Karajan Academy graduate; Alberto Navarra. Alberto very kindly took some time out of his busy schedule to sit and chat all about this debut album on Orchid Classics, featuring three monster flute concertos; The Mozart Flute and Harp, Reinecke and Nielsen, all with the Odense Symp...

Straight from Zürich, this week's episode features French Mezzo-Soprano (and my best mate) Jade Ghersi; along with her wee hairless cat Thérèse. We chat about the difference between dog and cat people, and have a quiz guessing which composers were which (join in and send me your score!) We then move onto the flute and our link to animals; birds. If you'd like to support the podcast, you can sign u...

I know I say this every week, but this episode was legitimately one of my favourite Inline G episodes. My guest is American flutist, professor, academic AND friend of the podcast; Dr Brianne Little. Brianne came on at my request to chat about one thing; her Doctoral Thesis on the flute concerto “To Notice Such Things” by Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and founding member of Deep Purple; Jon Lord. The...

Sandwiched in between all the flute superstar guests here on Inline G is the Irishman’s Christmas; St Patrick’s Day. So this week, we take a break from the flute intellectualism (and the flute in general) as I sat down with Niall from Sligo to curate a true Irish Person’s St Paddy’s Day playlist. From The Dubliners and Pogues to Westlife and Boyzone, we go through everything that gets Irish people...

Ok, I know, this episode is longer than usual. BUT, I simply couldn’t cut anything out, this conversation was flute gold from start to finish. So please use the chapters if you want to split it up, and DO NOT MISS Alexis’ History of Flutes; yous are being spoiled.  I often speak of my Holy Trinity of period flute players, and Alexis Kossenko is a cornerstone of them. Therefore I’m beyond buzz...

I continue to collect my personal favourite flutists on Inline G this week, with folk music expert, author, recording artist, multi-instrumentalist and all-round icon; Philippe Barnes. Philippe's brand new record, The Clearwater Sessions, with Tom Phelan on piano comes out fittingly on St Patrick's Day (17th March 2024), so we sat down and had a chat about it, and the 18 year journey from the cult...

Toxic Masculinity has became a buzzword in modern society (and with good reason) so today, I’m here to firstly analyse the term itself, before looking at the relationship it has with abusive behaviour. I then go into some examples from both the Classical Music and Flute Worlds, before ending with some possible antidotes to the toxicity.  Warning: This isn’t the usual happy-go-lucky Inline G e...

Inline G ticks another country off the list, as I headed to Luxembourg to catch up with Polish flute superstar, former Karajan Academy Member, Orchestral Flutist, International Soloist and Recording Artist (and one of my personal favourite flutists); Zofia Neugebauer.  We chatted about everything from her upcoming Mozart CD and the influence of period performance on it, to her teaching philos...