Songmeanings is a place for discussion and discovery. Loreena mckennitt the dark night of the soul hq by loreena mckennitt. Albums include the book of secrets, the mask and mirror, and the visit. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic.
Celtic folk music, celtic new age, contemporary folk. Features song lyrics for loreena mckennitt s the book of secrets album. Mckennitt is known for her refined and clear dramatic soprano vocals. Quinlan road is a fully independent record label and management office founded in 1985. She has sold more than 14 million records worldwide. The book of secrets, an album by loreena mckennitt. The visit, the book of secrets, the mask and the mirror and, to stretch a point, parallel dreams. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets vinyl lp amoeba music. Loreena mckennitt is in her element in front of an audience, telling interesting stories about the songs and assembling a topnotch backing band. Marco polo by loreena mckennitt from her album the book of secrets with a brief history of marco polo and his journey with his father and uncle.
Try disabling any ad blockers and refreshing this page. The biz premium subscriber content has moved to business. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072 cd. The lyrics of the song are an abridged version of a poem by alfred noyes. Release the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt musicbrainz. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
This is the album which collects the pathways of mckennitt she took up to the record sessions. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on apple music. Jun 03, 2015 loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo duration. Stream adfree or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets lyrics songmeanings. Hed a french cockedhat on his forehead, a bunch of lace at his chin, a coat of the claret velvet, and breeches of brown doeskin. Quinlan roads head office is located in stratford, ontario, canada. For information about contacting quinlan road for any reason, please see our contact page on this site. The book of secrets found in this box set will be available on its own through the loreena mckennitt shop or in select retails outlets in april 2017. The book of secrets release by loreena mckennitt see all versions of this release, 10 available overview.
Provided to youtube by universal music group prologue loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. Loreena mckennitt the mummers dance lyrics lyricsfreak. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 2007, cd discogs. This is her first live release available to the public, and uses material from three concerts one from paris and two from toronto to put together a complete show. The book of secrets, the followup to 1994s the mask and mirror there was a christmas ep, a winter garden, released in 1995 finds loreena mckennitt in the same musical vein, mixing celtic, spanish, italian, and new age to create her own distinct sound. Procd7255 none live in san francisco at the palace of fine arts. Provided to youtube by universal music group the mummers dance loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. See more ideas about loreena mckennitt, celtic music, the secret book. The mummers dance will always be one of my favorite songs. Loreena mckennitt the book of secret 2004, cd discogs. Get the best deals on vinyl records loreena mckennitt when you shop the largest online selection at. The wind was a torrent of darkness among the gusty trees, the moon was a ghostly galleon tossed upon cloudy seas. The book of secrets, the followup to 1994s the mask and mirror there was a christmas ep, a winter garden, released in 1995, finds loreena mckennitt in the same musical vein, mixing celtic, spanish, italian, and new age to create her own distinct sound. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at.
It is wholly owned and operated by its only artist, loreena mckennitt. The song was a surprise hit in the united states citation needed, reaching no. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 20th anniversary. Her early albums served as platforms for her delicate harp playing and equally delicate vocals, but shes undertaken ambitious concept albums on more recent efforts that travel the globe stylistically and traverse centuries lyrically. The mummers dance is a song written, composed, and performed by canadian celtic singer loreena mckennitt, released as a single from the album the book of secrets in 1997. Travels with loreena mckennitt is not only a must for every loreena mckennitt fan, but for anyone interested in the phenomenon of celebrity. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997, cd discogs. The book of secrets loreenas sixth studio album and a worldwide chart success, featuring hit single the mummers dance. It focuses on the story of niema ash and her friendship with loreena mckennitt, the celebrated canadian singer, composer and harpist and explores the. On a trip to the greek capital, i find that during the course of interviews with local journalists, certain themes arise again and again.
An ancient muse 2006 the visit 1991 the mask and mirror 1994 the wind that shakes the barley. Loreenas notes on the songs of the book of secrets. The book of secrets loreena mckennitt music musicstore. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo youtube. In a recording career spanning nearly two decades, mckennitts eclectic celtic music has won critical acclaim worldwide and gold, platinum and multiplatinum sales awards in fifteen countries across four continents.
The box set is presently available for preorder only. Loreena mckennitt tracks 24, 78 alfred noyes track 5. Mckennitt s records this is her first set of new material since 1997s book of secrets tend to play like independent soundtracks to national geographic documentaries kind of like a more ornate, expensive version of dead can dance. So when i saw it was available, i immediately got it. Canadian singercomposer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced, and the head of her own internationally successful record label, quinlan road. Mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between releases.
The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor, and the highwayman. Details about loreena mckennitt counter poster book of secrets mummers dance 8 x 8 loreena mckennitt counter poster book of secrets mummers dance 8 x 8. I hate to say it, but the book of secrets is my favorite loreena mckennitt album and it does not disappoint. Loreena shares the inspirations for all nine tracks from the lost souls recording. The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor, and the highwayman came riding, riding, riding, the highwayman came riding, up to the old inndoor.
Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Provided to youtube by universal music group dantes prayer loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. To simplify subscriber access, we have temporarily disabled the password requirement. Wb logo, with or without records beneath or on banner across. I actually do have some questions for you if its okay. Album the book of secrets 1997 by loreena mckennitt. Loreena mckennitt dantes prayer lyrics lyricsfreak. Loreena mckennitt s quinlan road label continues to celebrate her 30th anniversary as a recording ar. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo duration.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets musicians friend. Today is loreena isabel irene mckennitt s birthday. Weirdohs collector cards lot of 36 sealed packs 8 cards per pack free ship. The book of secrets audio cd mckennitt, loreena mckennitt s recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn.
Music profile for loreena mckennitt, born 17 february 1957. Producers loreena mckennitt, brian hughes, donald quan the mummers dance is a single by canadian celtic singer loreena mckennitt from the album the book of secrets in 1997. Loreena encourages youth to remember and do their part for democracy in a november 7th speech to. The book of secrets is mckennitts sixth release and her most successful album in terms of sales, having reached double platinum status in the us. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets the secret book, loreena. Loreena isabel irene mckennitt, cm om born february 17, 1957 is a canadian musician, composer, harpist, accordionist, and pianist who writes, records and performs world music with celtic and middle eastern themes. Loreena mckennitt book of secrets album medley youtube. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt cd, sep2003. The recording of loreenas celebrated performance at londons historic royal albert hall earlier this. This double cd set was recorded on the book of secrets tour in spring 1998 at the salle pleyel and m. Please check back for new loreena mckennitt the book of secrets music lyrics.
The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic new age. On the mask and mirror she immersed into spanish and arabic music, however, the balance between the old ways and newly discovered eastern sound can be heard on the book of secrets in the best way. Canadian loreena mckennitt has always played with one eye on her harp and one eye squinting towards ireland. Mckennitt s first album, elemental, was released in 1985, followed by to drive the cold winter away 1987, parallel dreams 1989, the visit 1991, the mask and mirror 1994, a winter garden 1995, the book of secrets 1997, an ancient muse 2006, a midwinter nights dream 2008, and the wind that shakes the barley 2010.
Listen to the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on vibbidi browse every single songs, tracklists, music videos, remixes, fan covers, live performances. Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance and more. Loreena encourages youth to remember and do their part for democracy. An ancient muse by loreena mckennitt 7742501097 vinyl. Loreena mckennitt beneath a phrygian sky by daily song. P and, if you are writing at other online social sites, id like to follow you. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997 flac artist. Before you dismiss the praise heaped on mckennitt as hypehyperbole, click on some of her early albums and let them convince you. What better way to ring in the 20th anniversary of this album. Amazons choice for loreena mckennitt the book of secrets.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets sputnikmusic. Lyrics depot is your source of lyrics to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets songs. The book of secrets features a cast of over two dozen musical collaborators, and the eight songs contained therein, including north american hit single the mummers dance, leads the listener on unexpected journeys. The nature of music on this release is mostly soothing with only a few faster and lively moments. The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. Loreena mckenitt the book of secrets 1997 world music the celtic fairy loreena mckennitt, best known for the mummers dance, sings beautiful celtic music and new age music in the tradition of enya. Is it just me or do some of these remarks look as if they are left by brain dead individuals. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets vinyl 3lp box set 2017. The book of secrets is an album by loreena mckennitt released in 1997. Loreena mckennitt sort by top sellers relevance lowest price highest price title az title za artist az artist za latest added top sellers results per page 20 20 40 100. New recording live at the royal albert hall available november 1. Nov 14, 2007 article loreena mckennitt the book of secrets.
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