James Galway

James Galway

flautist Ireland

James Galway is an acclaimed Irish flautist, known for his virtuosic technique and charismatic performances. Born in 1939, Galway has enjoyed a successful career in both classical and popular music, becoming a household name through his collaborations and solo recordings. His rendition of Erik Satie's 'Trois Gymnopédies' with singer Cleo Laine in 1980 exemplifies his ability to blend classical music with contemporary styles, earning him accolades and a dedicated fan base.

Born on Dec 08, 1939 (85 years old)

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New Zealand New Zealand: James Galway worked with Cleo Laine as a flutist on various recordings. 7

Cleo Laine John Williams Ray Charles Lotte Lenya Kurt Weill Caryl Brahms Ned Sherrin George Langridge Dankworth Stuart Langridge Jacqui Dankworth Alec Dankworth Judi Dench Olympia Dukakis Ian Holm Matt Schudel
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Cleo Laine, Grammy-winning jazz singer and actor, dies at 97

Ireland Ireland: In 1980, flautist James Galway collaborated with Cleo Laine to produce a version of Satie's Gymnopédies. 8

Erik Satie Alfred Brendel Cleo Laine Woody Allen Louis Malle
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: The eccentric 20th century French composer who coined the idea of ambient or background music – The Irish Times