*FLUTEY BLUES by Steve Shapiro

I started playing the flute 65 years ago, inspired by classical flutists Jean-Pierre Rampal and James Galway.

By the 1960s, Herbie Mann, Yusef Lateef, Eric Dolphy, Hubert Laws and Roland Kirk had all proven that a flute could cut it in front of a jazz band, and they influenced the next crop of rock flutists.

In 1965, mournful flute lines colored The Beatles’ “You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away” and over the next couple of years, the flute found its way into “Walk Away Renee” by The Left Banke, “Ruby Tuesday” by The Rolling Stones, "California Dreamin'" by The Mamas and The Papas, “Along Comes Mary” by The Association, “Nights in White Satin” by The Moody Blues and several songs on The Beach Boys’ "Pet Sounds" album.

Ian Anderson became famous for elevating the flutist role to full-on rock-star status when Jethro Tull embraced progressive rock in the 70s. And today there is Lizzo.

I have witnessed the seemingly inconspicuous flute make itself a home in the rock and roll hall of fame!

Tracklist

1.	Flutey Blues	2:26

2.	Bassman	2:44

3.	Music of the Immigrants	2:26

4.	Jazzy Flute	2:39

5.	Spring Flute	2:33

6.	Blueless	2:41

7.	Bamboo Flutes	2:30

8.	Flute Fool	3:57

9.	Flute March	2:42

10.	Primal Flute	2:54