Description
Nagahara flute headjoint – Sir James Galway (.950 Silver) with 18K extended gold riser
This rare opportunity allows you to purchase a stunning Nagahara flute headjoint – Sir James Galway model.
Kanichi Nagahara, born and raised in Japan, began his flute-making career at the Sankyo Flute Company in Japan, where he gained extensive experience in the art of flute craftsmanship. Then, in 1987, Kanichi moved to the United States and subsequently joined two well-known Boston flute manufacturers. During his three-year tenure, he primarily worked in the piccolo and headjoint departments, building upon his skill set and knowledge.
In 1990, Mr. Nagahara left that position to pursue his own vision by starting his own company. He founded Nagahara Flutes in North Reading, MA, in 1991 as a small team of two. As the company expanded, they relocated in 1999 to their current workshop in Chelmsford, MA.
Kanichi Nagahara has always had a knack for observing and learning from flutists to create something that assists the flutist to further their art. The Galway headjoint was inspired not only by Sir James Galway, but by the many flutists who have approached Kanichi at the different shows and conventions he attends yearly.
The Galway headjoint is the perfect tool to get your thoughts across to the audience enabling ease of flexibility, strong resonance, and freedom of expression among all registers. The design of this new modern lip plate curvature combines with the newly created “G” cut embodies comfort and strength at the same time. It features a solid .950 silver tube and lip with 0.15′ wall thickness and an 18K solid gold extended riser.
This Nagahara flute headjoint – Sir James Galway model is in excellent condition with minor marks/nicks. With a diameter of 19mm, it should closely fit most modern flutes with minimal adjustment.
This particular headjoint model currently retails at around £5,000 and rarely appears on the used market, making it a highly sought-after item for any serious flutist.
Features:
- Handmade headjoint
- Solid silver 950 tube
- Special Sir James Galway cut
- 0.15′ wall thickness
- 19mm diameter
