49 Quotes by James Galway

Never just run through a study because you happen to be familiar with it, but use it to see what you can get from it on this new day which has been granted you.

I do not consider my self as having mastered the flute, but I get a real kick out of trying.

Everyone who plays the flute should learn singing.

The mind of the performer is a very strange thing.

Running through things because you are familiar with them, breeds routine and this is the seed of boredom.

I think it is most important for a teacher to play the pieces and studies that are being played by the student.

I have to report to those of you who think diamonds make a difference that I cannot tell what it is. Seriously, as you all know, they make no difference at all. They just make the flute look a little more special.

I have never received a flute from them for free and I would not accept such a gift from any manufacturer.

Yes indeed I have gained a lot out of playing scales and etudes.