CAILLEACH: Matters of Life and Death

Cailleach

Matters of Life and Death

© 2003 Janet Cornwell, Leslie Snow, Ann Finnin (724101928321)

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Combining the art of the ancient Celtic bards with the wisdom of the tribal Cailleach or crone, the women of Cailleach bring the beauty and depth of these Celtic traditions forward into the present day.

tracks

1 Invocation to Ireland
2 Ailliliu na Gamhna
3 Robh Thu 'Sa Bheinn
4 Woman of Three Cows
5 Fanny Power
6 Summer is Come/Samhradh, Samhradh
7 Brown Penny/Sally Gardens
8 Griogal Chroidhe
9 Lament for the Children of Pontglas School/Bells of Rhymney
10 Mac Crimmon's Lament
11 October Winds/Stolen Child
12 Twa Corbies
13 Kincora
14 Wexford Mummers' Carol

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Who are the women of Cailleach?

Ann Finnin
(vocals, harp, keyboard)
Classically trained in Renaissance and Baroque music, Ann has long been a student of Celtic spiritual and musical lore. Active in several historical associations, she also teaches courses in Celtic history and spirituality.

Leslie Snow
(vocals, harp, percussion, guitar)
A published author of Celtic-themed short stories and poems, Leslie has been deeply involved with Celtic music and history for many years. She has advised and performed at numerous fairs, festivals and events.

Janet Cornwell
(vocals, guitar)
Janet combines a clear, bright singing voice with strong senses of humor and history. A longtime performer in both English and Gaelic, she also gives workshops and seminars in Irish and Scottish songs and cultural history.

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  • Mellow, with good arrangements. Enjoy the songs/poetry combination.
    author: Seonaid nic Iain

    Quite a variety of moods here -- and yes, the material is about both life and death. No two arrangements are alike; traditional wire-strung harp is used nicely here. This is not the Clancy Brothers (thank heavens!), but will please medievalists no end. Some of the harmonies are eerie in their beauty; it's also nice to hear a little Gaelic sung, too (tho with an American accent.....!). Cailleach manages some cool a capella sounds, which not everyone can bring off. I enjoy this CD.

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