The album "The Magic Flute of James Galway" by James Galway, National Philharmonic Orchestra, and Charles Gerhardt is a stunning masterpiece that showcases the brilliance of Galway's flute playing. The album features a selection of Mozart's most famous works, including "The Magic Flute," "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik," and "Symphony No. 40."
Galway's virtuosic flute playing is accompanied by the National Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Charles Gerhardt. The orchestra provides a rich and full-bodied sound that complements Galway's precise and expressive playing.
The album is a testament to Galway's mastery of the flute, and his ability to convey the beauty and emotion of Mozart's music. His playing is both technically flawless and deeply moving, and he brings a sense of joy and wonder to every piece he performs.
Solomon: Act III: Sinfonia/Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
2:51
Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba
2:49
Träumerei / Rêverie / Sogno
3:22
Kinderszenen: Träumerei
3:22
Carnival of Venice, Op. 77
6:33
Variations On A Theme By Rossini
4:57
Le Petit Berger
2:27
Tamborin
1:22
Carnival Of Venice
6:33
A Midsummer Night's Dream: Scherzo
4:17
Tambourin
1:22
Traumerei (Scenes From Childhood)
3:22
La Petit Negre
1:46
Variations on a Theme by Rossini
4:58
Sonata No.4: Allegro
1:57
Schön Rosmarin
1:48
Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba / Arrivée De La Reine De Saba / Arrivo Della Regina Di Saba
2:49
Masquerade: Waltz / Mascerade: Valse
3:36
Sonata No. 4: Allegro
1:58
Scherzo ("A Midsummer Night's Dream")
4:16
Vocalise, Op. 34, No. 14 (Arr. for Flute and Orchestra)
4:15
Vocalise Opus 34, No.14
4:15
Le Petit Nègre
1:46
Serenade / Ständchen, D. 957
3:53
Masquerade: Waltz
3:36
Scherzo (A Midsummer Night's Dream / Ein Sommernachtstraum / Le Songe D'une Nuit d'été / Sogno Di Una Notte Di Mezze'estate)
4:16
Vocalise, Op. 34, No. 14
4:15
Humoresque
3:27
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GD 60918
09026-60918-2
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BMG Music
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Sonopress
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Credits
Role
Credit
Conductor
Charles Gerhardt
Flute
James Galway
Orchestra
National Philharmonic Orchestra
Arranged By
Charles Gerhardt (tracks: 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13), James Galway (tracks: 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 14)
Piano
Phillip Moll (tracks: 5)
Notes
Recorded 1976, 1983-85
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Barcode: 0 035626 091828
Label Code: LC 0316
Rights Society: GEMA
Barcode: 09026609182
ASIN: B000026O8L
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About James Galway, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Charles Gerhardt
British virtuoso flute player and teacher from Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK. Born December 8, 1939.
He studied at the , then at , and completed his studies at . Following his studies, Galway pursued a career as an orchestral flutist, performing first in the United Kingdom with the (second flute), the , and the (piccolo player) before being appointed principal flutist of (1966-1967) and then of . In 1969 Galway won the post of principal flutist of the , in which he played until he embarked on a solo career in 1975.
He was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1977, and was knighted in 2001, the first wind player ever to receive that honour.
He married (his third wife) on September 9, 1984. Uncle of .
"The Magic Flute of James Galway" is a must-have for any classical music lover, and a testament to the enduring power and beauty of Mozart's music. Galway's virtuosic playing and the orchestra's lush accompaniment create a truly magical listening experience that is not to be missed.