Quick Facts

Full Name	James Galway
Occupation	Flute Player
Date Of Birth	Dec 8, 1939(1939-12-08)
Age	85
Birthplace	Belfast
Country	Northern Ireland
Horoscope	Sagittarius

James Galway Biography

James Galway is one of the most popular and richest Flute Player who was born on December 8, 1939 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Irish flute player of both classical and popular music who has released more than forty albums since 1979.

He followed the footsteps of Jean-Pierre Rampal and became one of the first flute players to establish an international career as a soloist.

He married Claire LeBastard, then Annie Renggli on May 2, 1972, and then Jeanne Cinnante Galway on September 9, 1984.

James Galway Net Worth

James Galway is one of the richest Flute Player from Northern Ireland. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, James Galway 's net worth $20 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

After he moved to London as a teenager to pursue a career as a flautist, he studied music at the Paris Conservatoire.

He performed on the Academy Award-winning soundtracks of Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings film trilogy, composed by Howard Shore.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is James Galway Dating?

According to our records, James Galway married to Jeanne Galway. As of December 1, 2023, James Galway’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

James Ranked on the list of most popular Flute Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Northern Ireland. James Galway celebrates birthday on December 8 of every year.

Top Facts about James Galway

1. James Galway is a world-renowned flutist from Northern Ireland.
2. He has sold over 30 million albums worldwide.
3. Galway has performed for Queen Elizabeth II and several US presidents.
4. He was the principal flute of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra.
5. Galway has won numerous awards, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
6. He is known for his virtuosic playing and interpretations of classical music.
7. Galway is also an advocate for music education and outreach programs.
8. He has collaborated with many famous musicians, including Stevie Wonder and Elton John.
9. Galway plays on a 24-karat gold flute made by Muramatsu Flutes in Japan.
10. He continues to perform and record at age 81, inspiring generations of musicians.

Why do James Galway's eyes flicker?

The flute was a better fit, both with the nine-year-old Galway’s eyes – he has nystagmus, a congenital condition which meant that as a child he had to keep his eyes to the side to keep them still – and with local tradition.

Does James Galway still perform?

Unfortunately there are no concert dates for James Galway scheduled in 2022.

Where is James Galway now?

Galway lives with his wife in Switzerland and currently plays on a Platinum ‘Galway’ Nagahara Flute – especially commissioned for him.

How much is James Galway's flute worth?

Gifted musicians are supposed to be poor, right? Well, Galway’s 18-karat golden flute alone is currently worth about $40,000 , he says, “since I had the maker put a diamond on the end.

Who is the best flute player in the world?

1 – Sir James Galway James Galway is an Irish flutist known for his

ability to bridge together and blend classical, folk, and other musical traditions together. He is also known for his showmanship as he boots a golden flute and huge stage presence.