Mckennitt is known for her refined and clear dramatic soprano vocals. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on apple music. Quinlan road is a fully independent record label and management office founded in 1985. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt cd, sep2003. Travels with loreena mckennitt is not only a must for every loreena mckennitt fan, but for anyone interested in the phenomenon of celebrity. 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. See more ideas about loreena mckennitt, celtic music, the secret book. The nature of music on this release is mostly soothing with only a few faster and lively moments. Procd7255 none live in san francisco at the palace of fine arts. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets sputnikmusic. The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between releases. Get the best deals on vinyl records loreena mckennitt when you shop the largest online selection at.
The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072 cd. Loreena mckennitt the mummers dance lyrics lyricsfreak. The lyrics of the song are an abridged version of a poem by alfred noyes. 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. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets musicians friend.
Jun 03, 2015 loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo duration. The song was a surprise hit in the united states citation needed, reaching no. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic. Loreena mckennitt the book of secret 2004, cd discogs. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. 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.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997, cd discogs. Loreenas notes on the songs of the book of secrets. Stream adfree or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon. Loreena mckennitt s quinlan road label continues to celebrate her 30th anniversary as a recording ar. Music profile for loreena mckennitt, born 17 february 1957. Canadian singercomposer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced, and the head of her own internationally successful record label, quinlan road. For information about contacting quinlan road for any reason, please see our contact page on this site. 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. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. 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. Provided to youtube by universal music group the mummers dance loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. 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. Loreena mckennitt beneath a phrygian sky by daily song. Try disabling any ad blockers and refreshing this page.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 2007, cd discogs. Loreena mckennitt tracks 24, 78 alfred noyes track 5. 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. Before you dismiss the praise heaped on mckennitt as hypehyperbole, click on some of her early albums and let them convince you. Mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. The wind was a torrent of darkness among the gusty trees, the moon was a ghostly galleon tossed upon cloudy seas.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 20th anniversary. 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. 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. The box set is presently available for preorder only. I actually do have some questions for you if its okay. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets vinyl lp amoeba music. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo youtube. 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. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets vinyl 3lp box set 2017.
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. Today is loreena isabel irene mckennitt s birthday. So when i saw it was available, i immediately got it. This double cd set was recorded on the book of secrets tour in spring 1998 at the salle pleyel and m. Album the book of secrets 1997 by loreena mckennitt. 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. The book of secrets loreenas sixth studio album and a worldwide chart success, featuring hit single the mummers dance.
The book of secrets loreena mckennitt music musicstore. The biz premium subscriber content has moved to business. It focuses on the story of niema ash and her friendship with loreena mckennitt, the celebrated canadian singer, composer and harpist and explores the. Amazons choice for loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. An ancient muse 2006 the visit 1991 the mask and mirror 1994 the wind that shakes the barley. Is it just me or do some of these remarks look as if they are left by brain dead individuals.
I hate to say it, but the book of secrets is my favorite loreena mckennitt album and it does not disappoint. 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. Loreena shares the inspirations for all nine tracks from the lost souls recording. 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. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic new age. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets the secret book, loreena. This is the album which collects the pathways of mckennitt she took up to the record sessions. 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. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Provided to youtube by universal music group dantes prayer loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. Quinlan roads head office is located in stratford, ontario, canada. New recording live at the royal albert hall available november 1.
Loreena encourages youth to remember and do their part for democracy in a november 7th speech to. 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. Wb logo, with or without records beneath or on banner across. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997 flac artist. The book of secrets, an album by loreena mckennitt. 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. On a trip to the greek capital, i find that during the course of interviews with local journalists, certain themes arise again and again. The mummers dance will always be one of my favorite songs. 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 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 audio cd mckennitt, loreena mckennitt s recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. Please check back for new loreena mckennitt the book of secrets music lyrics. The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor, and the highwayman.
Canadian loreena mckennitt has always played with one eye on her harp and one eye squinting towards ireland. Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance and more. The recording of loreenas celebrated performance at londons historic royal albert hall earlier this. Loreena mckennitt book of secrets album medley youtube. Listen to the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on vibbidi browse every single songs, tracklists, music videos, remixes, fan covers, live performances. Loreena encourages youth to remember and do their part for democracy. Songmeanings is a place for discussion and discovery. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo duration. It is wholly owned and operated by its only artist, loreena mckennitt.
She has sold more than 14 million records worldwide. Lyrics depot is your source of lyrics to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets songs. An ancient muse by loreena mckennitt 7742501097 vinyl. Loreena mckennitt dantes prayer lyrics lyricsfreak. P and, if you are writing at other online social sites, id like to follow you. The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. To simplify subscriber access, we have temporarily disabled the password requirement. 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. Provided to youtube by universal music group prologue loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. 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. Release the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt musicbrainz.
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