[1] Wye began playing the flute at age 15 and studied privately with Marcel Moyse, whom he credits as a major influence on his career.

[2] He went on to be a pupil of Geoffrey Gilbert[2] and further acknowledges the influenced of Alfred Deller and William Bennett.

[citation needed] He was a freelance orchestral and chamber player in London for many years and has released several solo recordings.

[citation needed] Wye has published over 170 items including books, CDs, DVDs.

[citation needed] He has a large collection of antique flutes, both the western concert variety and others from around the world.