JAMES GALWAY
October 3rd 2010 01:07
Link: www.abpresents.com.au
They call him The Man with the Golden Flute, SIR JAMES GALWAY but he is no 007 death packing ranger, he is a master of the flute, and in my lifetime, always has been.
Adrian Bohm & Tim Woods Proudly present Sir JAMES GALWAY who is set to return for the first time in 20 years, to Australia.
He is regarded as both the supreme interpreter of the classical flute repertoire and a consummate entertainer whose appeal crosses all musical boundaries.
As one of the most televised and recorded classical artists performing today, Sir James has made himself a legend, a modern musical master whose virtuosity on the flute is equalled only by his limitless ambitions and vision. Through his extensive touring, over 30 million albums sold and his frequent international television appearances, Sir James has endeared himself to millions worldwide. As an instructor and humanitarian, Sir James is a tireless promoter of the arts.
Belfast born, Sir James went on to study in London and Paris before embarking on his orchestral career in such prestigious orchestras as the Sadlers Wells and Royal Covent Garden Operas, The BBC, Royal Philharmonic and London Symphonies, before taking up the coveted position of solo flutist with the Berlin Philharmonic under Herbert Von Karajan. Taking up the baton, and in addition to numerous play/conduct engagements he holds the illustrious position of Principal Guest Conductor of the London Mozart Players.
Sir James has played for such dignitaries as Queen Elizabeth II, Pope John Paul II, President Clinton, President George W. Bush, President George H.W. Bush, President Mary McAleese, Prince Charles, HRH The Princess Royal, The Empress of Japan, The Queen of Norway, Princess Diana, TRH The Earland Countess of Wessex, TRH The Duke and Duchess of Kent and shared the stage with an amazing array of entertainers including Stevie Wonder, Henry Mancini, John Denver, Elton John, TheChieftains, Ray Charles, Joni Mitchell, Jessye Norman, Cleo Laine and Andrea Bocelli. He performed with Pink Floyd in their memorable concert at the Berlin Wall, was part of the Nobel Peace concert in Norway and performed at the G Seven summit hosted by Queen Elizabeth II in Buckingham Palace.
Galway was named the 1997 Musician of the Year by Musical America and has received Record of the Year awards from Billboard and Cash Box magazines, as well as the Grand Prix du Disque for his recordings of the Mozart Concerti. His 60th birthday was commemorated with 1999's Sixty Years, a15-CD retrospective of his works.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of England has honoured him twice: in 1979 with an Order of the British Empire and in 2001 with a Knighthood for services to music. In 2004, Sir James was given the President's Merit Award from the Recording Academy at the Grammy's 8th Annual "Salute to Classical Music." He has also been honoured at the prestigious Classic Brits Awards held in the Royal Albert Hall in 2005, where he received the coveted "Outstanding Contribution to Classical Music" award in celebration of his 30 years as one of the top Classical Musicians of our time.
Last year Sony released “JAMES GALWAY CELEBRATING 70 - A COLLECTION OF PERSONALFAVOURITES”. Among the 19 tracks, especially chosen by Sir James, are collaborations with friends he has worked with over the years. Cleo Laine, Henry Mancini, Phillip Moll, Sir Neville Marriner, Martha Argerich, The Chieftains and Lady Jeanne Galway, to name a few.
NOVEMBER 7 @ 5pm BRISBANE, QPAC Concert Hall
Bookings: QTIX 136 246 www.qtix.com.au
NOVEMBER 19 @ 8pm MELBOURNE, Regent Theatre
Bookings: Ticketmaster 136 100 www.ticketmaster.com.au
NOVEMBER 23 @ 8:30pm SYDNEY Opera House Concert Hall
Bookings: SOH Box Office 9250 7777 www.sydneyoperahouse.com
or Ticketmaster 136 100 www.ticketmaster.com.au
DECEMBER 1 @ 8pm ADELAIDE, Festival Theatre
Bookings: Book at Bass 131 246 Bass
Tickets on sale Monday June 28, 2010 9am
Adrian Bohm & Tim Woods Proudly present Sir JAMES GALWAY who is set to return for the first time in 20 years, to Australia.
He is regarded as both the supreme interpreter of the classical flute repertoire and a consummate entertainer whose appeal crosses all musical boundaries.
As one of the most televised and recorded classical artists performing today, Sir James has made himself a legend, a modern musical master whose virtuosity on the flute is equalled only by his limitless ambitions and vision. Through his extensive touring, over 30 million albums sold and his frequent international television appearances, Sir James has endeared himself to millions worldwide. As an instructor and humanitarian, Sir James is a tireless promoter of the arts.
James Galway has explored virtually every major corner of the flute repertory
New York Times
Belfast born, Sir James went on to study in London and Paris before embarking on his orchestral career in such prestigious orchestras as the Sadlers Wells and Royal Covent Garden Operas, The BBC, Royal Philharmonic and London Symphonies, before taking up the coveted position of solo flutist with the Berlin Philharmonic under Herbert Von Karajan. Taking up the baton, and in addition to numerous play/conduct engagements he holds the illustrious position of Principal Guest Conductor of the London Mozart Players.
Mr. Galway remains a sovereign flute player, probably the best in the business
New York Times
New York Times
Sir James has played for such dignitaries as Queen Elizabeth II, Pope John Paul II, President Clinton, President George W. Bush, President George H.W. Bush, President Mary McAleese, Prince Charles, HRH The Princess Royal, The Empress of Japan, The Queen of Norway, Princess Diana, TRH The Earland Countess of Wessex, TRH The Duke and Duchess of Kent and shared the stage with an amazing array of entertainers including Stevie Wonder, Henry Mancini, John Denver, Elton John, TheChieftains, Ray Charles, Joni Mitchell, Jessye Norman, Cleo Laine and Andrea Bocelli. He performed with Pink Floyd in their memorable concert at the Berlin Wall, was part of the Nobel Peace concert in Norway and performed at the G Seven summit hosted by Queen Elizabeth II in Buckingham Palace.
An emotional sound about as sweet as you're ever likely to hear
William Wineke, Channel 3000
William Wineke, Channel 3000
Galway was named the 1997 Musician of the Year by Musical America and has received Record of the Year awards from Billboard and Cash Box magazines, as well as the Grand Prix du Disque for his recordings of the Mozart Concerti. His 60th birthday was commemorated with 1999's Sixty Years, a15-CD retrospective of his works.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of England has honoured him twice: in 1979 with an Order of the British Empire and in 2001 with a Knighthood for services to music. In 2004, Sir James was given the President's Merit Award from the Recording Academy at the Grammy's 8th Annual "Salute to Classical Music." He has also been honoured at the prestigious Classic Brits Awards held in the Royal Albert Hall in 2005, where he received the coveted "Outstanding Contribution to Classical Music" award in celebration of his 30 years as one of the top Classical Musicians of our time.
Last year Sony released “JAMES GALWAY CELEBRATING 70 - A COLLECTION OF PERSONALFAVOURITES”. Among the 19 tracks, especially chosen by Sir James, are collaborations with friends he has worked with over the years. Cleo Laine, Henry Mancini, Phillip Moll, Sir Neville Marriner, Martha Argerich, The Chieftains and Lady Jeanne Galway, to name a few.
NOVEMBER 7 @ 5pm BRISBANE, QPAC Concert Hall
Bookings: QTIX 136 246 www.qtix.com.au
NOVEMBER 19 @ 8pm MELBOURNE, Regent Theatre
Bookings: Ticketmaster 136 100 www.ticketmaster.com.au
NOVEMBER 23 @ 8:30pm SYDNEY Opera House Concert Hall
Bookings: SOH Box Office 9250 7777 www.sydneyoperahouse.com
or Ticketmaster 136 100 www.ticketmaster.com.au
DECEMBER 1 @ 8pm ADELAIDE, Festival Theatre
Bookings: Book at Bass 131 246 Bass
Tickets on sale Monday June 28, 2010 9am
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