Trevor Wye

Trevor Wye (born June 6, 1935) is a legendary English flutist, pedagogue, and author whose influence has shaped modern flute education worldwide. Renowned for his artistry and wit, Wye is celebrated as one of the most important teachers of the instrument in the 20th and 21st centuries.

He began studying flute at 15 and went on to train with the great Marcel Moyse and Geoffrey Gilbert, whose approaches profoundly informed his teaching. Wye enjoyed a successful freelance career in London’s orchestral and chamber music scene before turning his focus to pedagogy.

For 14 years he served as Professor of Flute at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, London, and for 22 years at the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester. In 1990, the RNCM honored him with an Honorary Degree for his outstanding contributions to music education. He also founded the International Summer School for Flute (1969–1988) and was a founding member of the British Flute Society, both of which became cornerstones of flute training in the UK and beyond.

His published output—more than 170 titles—includes the seminal six-volume “Practice Books for the Flute” and “A Beginner’s Book for the Flute” series, regarded as indispensable for flutists and teachers at all levels.

Beyond his pedagogical work, Wye is also known for his remarkable collection of antique flutes from around the world, which he showcases in his unique “Carnival Show,” bringing the history of the flute to life through performance and storytelling.