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flute

[floot] / flut /






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Cue the synthetic flute chords of “Veridis Quo,” scoring their mutual melancholy.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

Otto Mortensen’s Quintet for Winds followed, providing a showcase for players on flute, oboe/English horn, clarinet, bassoon and French horn.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

“Hildegard” is scored for a nine-member chamber ensemble — string quartet, bass, harp, flute, clarinet and bassoon — which are members of the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

Talve’s score bobs and weaves accordingly, from big brassy horror to eerie synths to world percussion and a custom-made plastic flute.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 19, 2025

You follow the sound of a flute into a hidden corner, the hypnotic melody beckoning you closer.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern