James Galway Artist Information
The world of classical music received a big gift when James Galway moved from studying the violin to the flute as a child. Today Sir James Galway is held in high esteem in the world of classical music, and TickCo is your source for great seats to see one of the world's most critically acclaimed artists!
James Galway was born in Belfast in 1939. After years studying his craft, he played with the Philharmonia Orchestra, Sadler's Wells Opera, Covent Garden Opera, London Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. In 1969 he became the principal flautist of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra under Herbert von Karajan, performing in that capacity from 1969 to 1975.
Ready to move on to the new things, James Galway left the Berlin Philharmonic in 1975 to pursue a solo career. The move was a risky one, as no one since Jean-Pierre Rampal had been able to establish a solid career as a soloist playing the flute. James Galway proved all the skeptics wrong in an overwhelming way.
This artist has released an astonishing 60+ albums in his illustrious career, an incredible output in just over thirty years as a solo flute player! James Galway accomplished this by widely broadening his horizons to create a wider fan base. As exquisite as his interpretations of classical pieces of music from such composers as Vivaldi and Bach are, it has been the interpretations of modern pop classics that have brought a new legion of fans to him. This type of diversity is clearly evident in his live performances, as Sir James can travel between differing worlds of music with ease. One moment he may be playing Mozart's My Magic Flute and the next minute a piece from Andrew Lloyd Weber's Cats.
A stellar showman on stage, James Galway rightly earned the nickname "The Man With the Golden Flute" for his peerless play on his flute, but also for his wonderfully entertaining performances. The man dances around the stage as he plays instead of standing riveted next to his music stand. This is a gentleman that truly sets out to entertain his fans every time he performs.
Make your plans today for a night of exquisite music provided by an exceptional artist. TickCo has your seats reserved just for you to see Sir James Galway live in concert!