Why did Ian McDonald leave the Foreigner band? Who played flute in King Crimson?

Ian McDonald was an English multi-instrumental musician, best known as a founding member of rock bands King Crimson, and Foreigner.

Ian McDonald was born on June 25, 1946, in Osterley, Isleworth, United Kingdom. As a multi-instrumentalist, he was predominantly a saxophonist and was equally good at playing keyboards, flute, vibraphone and guitar.

Ian McDonald had served five years in the British Army as a bandsman. His musical talent ranged from classical orchestra to dance bands to rock.

Ian McDonald became a founding member of the American rock band Foreigner in 1976. There he played the guitar as well as his woodwinds and keyboards.

Ian McDonald passed away at his home in New York City, on February 9, 2022, at the age of 75. This was following his suffering from cancer and its complication.

Why did Ian McDonald leave the Foreigner band?

Ian McDonald was sacked in September 1980 alongside Al Greenwood as Jones wished to have more control over the band and write most of the music alongside Gramm.

Who played flute in King Crimson?

Ian McDonald played the flute in King Crimson.