Check out the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music. 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. 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. I may not be the best person to paint that picture, but let me try. The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between releases. Loreena mckennitt the journey so far buenos aires argentina. Loreenas notes on the songs of the book of secrets. Reviewed in the united kingdom on november 5, 2012. This is the album which collects the pathways of mckennitt she took up to the record sessions.
See all 23 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Night ride across the caucasus music by, lyrics by loreena mckennitt. Subscribe for the latest music videos, performances, and more. I grew up in rural manitoba, canada, the daughter of a nurse and a livestock dealer and enjoyed a fairly free and. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997, cd discogs. 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. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets releases discogs. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 2007, cd discogs. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo duration. 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. Listen to your favorite songs from the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt now. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic. Mckennitt is known for her refined, clear soprano vocals. Find album release information for the book of secrets loreena mckennitt on allmusic.
Mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. Jan 01, 20 the book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. The wind was a torrent of darkness among the gusty trees, the moon was a ghostly galleon tossed upon cloudy seas. Loreena mckennitt spanish guitars and night plazas. 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. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Many people come to know the public persona of an artist and wonder what they are like offstage. Hqhd loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997 full.
Canadian singercomposer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced, and the head of her own internationally successful record label, quinlan road. She has sold more than 14 million records worldwide. Dantes prayer choir excerpt alleluia, behold the the bridegroom st. Biography download in pdf loreena mckennitt is well known as a composer and singer. Canadian singer and composer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced and head of her own record label quinlan road. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072 cd. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music. Acoustic bass danny thompson drums manu katche hurdy gurdy nigel eaton keyboards additional keyboards donald quan keyboards, accordion loreena mckennitt mandocello martin jenkins 4 mandola aidan brennan music by loreena mckennitt oud, acoustic guitar, bouzouki, guitar synthesizer, vocals vocal drone. Mckennitt is known for her refined and clear dramatic soprano vocals. Some of the tracks are mostly instrumental, featuring the harp.
The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor, and the highwayman. Loreena isabel irene mckennitt, cm, om born february 17, 1957 is a canadian singer, composer, harpist, accordionist and pianist who writes, records and performs world music with celtic and middle eastern themes. Sep 15, 2018 provided to youtube by universal music group prologue loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. Mckennitts eclectic celtic music has received critical acclaim worldwide, and gold, platinum and multiplatinum sales awards in 15 countries across four continents. Petersburg chamber choir conductor excerpt alleluia, behold the the bridegroom nikolai korniev music by, lyrics by loreena mckennitt. In a recording career spanning nearly two decades, mckennitts eclectic celtic music has won critical acclaim worldwide and gold, platinum and multiplatinum. Mckennitt loreena the book of secrets skellig 0 light the candle, john the daylight has almost gone the birds have sung their last the bells call all to mass sit here by my side for the night is very long theres something i must tell before i pass along i. The book of secrets loreenas sixth studio album and a worldwide chart success, featuring hit single the mummers dance. 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. In a recording career spanning nearly two decades, mckennitt s eclectic celtic music has won critical acclaim worldwide and gold, platinum and multiplatinum sales awards in fifteen. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. The daughter of a nursemother and a livestocktrading father, songstress loreena mckennitt studied classical piano and vocal training, and learned to dance in the highland style as a youngster.
Try disabling any ad blockers and refreshing this page. Loreena mckennitt book of secrets album medley youtube. Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance and more. The album is certified doubleplatinum in the united states. Her most successful record is 1997s the book of secrets, which spun off the single the mummers dance, a surprise hit on american top 40 and alternative rock radio. Loreena mckennitt has a beautiful, melodic voice which suits the celtic style of music and songs. In a recording career spanning more than two decades, ms. Therefore, those of you who like to read lyrics will definitely feel more engaged while listening to the book of secrets.
Features song lyrics for loreena mckennitt s the book of secrets album. Book of secrets, loreena mckennitt lp album muziek. Her love of traditional music was strengthened in the folk clubs of winnipeg, which she frequented during the brief period she studied veterinary. 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. Loreena mckennitt is very talented and the music is lovely. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic new. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on apple music.
However, when i listened to the music samples, there were only instrumental sounds, which i would have preferred rather than the ballads that were sung and presented on the actual download. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets full album tracklist. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets spirituele muziek. The book of secrets, an album by loreena mckennitt. On a trip to the greek capital, i find that during the course of interviews with local journalists, certain themes arise again and again.
I love mckennitts soulful celtic voice it heals and lifts my spirit always. Loreena isabel irene mckennitt, cm om born february 17, 1957 in morden, manitoba, canada is a canadian musician, composer, harpist, accordionist, and pianist who writes, records and performs world music with celtic and middle eastern themes. 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 marco polo youtube.
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