| | Celtic CD - Import Celtic Discography of CDs
Celtic Songs | 1. | Tri Yann - Les Prisons De Nantes |
| 2. | Alan Stivell - Tri Martolod |
| 3. | Ar Gazeg Veurzh - An Alarc'h |
| 4. | An Triskell - Dans Plinn |
| 5. | Gilles Servat - Je Dors En Bretagne Ce Soir |
| 6. | Glenmor - O Keltia |
| 7. | Serge Kerval - Les Amis |
| 8. | Dubliners - The Wild Rover, The |
| 9. | Tonnerre - Mon Petit Garcon |
| 10. | Soazig - Ar Soudarded |
| 11. | Gulf Stream - Fenham |
| 12. | Bagad Du Moulin Vert - Ton Simples Et Bals A Huit |
| 13. | Coute - Les Terres Neuves |
| 14. | Bagad Quick En Croingne - La Guigouillette |
| 15. | Tri Yann - La Jument De Michao |
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Purchase Celtic CD To buy, Click on price to add to cart | Very Best Of Enya CD (2009)
Celtic album
 $14.24  
Comprised of 18 tracks culled from the singer/composer's first three decades, The Very Best of Enya was pieced together by the artist herself, along with longtime collaborators Nicky and Roma Ryan. Luckily, the trio seems enamored by most of the same songs that the general public is, resulting in one of those rare "greatest-hits" collections that goes deep without depriving the listener of the essentials. With tunes like "Orinoco Flow," "Caribbean Blue," and "Book of Days" in the pot and out of the way, it's easier to appreciate hidden gems like "Cursum Perficio," "Boadicea," "Trains and Winter Rains," and "Anywhere Is." Also notable is the inclusion of "May It Be" and a previously unreleased version of "Aníron (I Desire)," both of which originally appeared on the soundtrack for the first chapter of Peter Jackson's beloved Lord of the Rings trilogy. ~ James Christopher Monger
Lyricist: Roma Ryan.
Personnel: Enya (vocals).
Liner Note Author: Niall Stokes.
Photographers: Russell Young; David Scheinmann; Max Adelman; Simon Fowler.
Arrangers: Enya; Nicky Ryan.
| | Celtic Woman CD (2005)
Celtic CD music
$15.39    
CELTIC WOMAN is the brainchild of David Downes, a composer/conductor who was heavily involved with the American production of RIVERDANCE. Not surprisingly, all of the lights, drama, and musical bombast of that esteemed show are present on this production as well. Instead of showcasing legions of dancers, however, CELTIC WOMAN puts the emphasis on the rich heritage of traditional and contemporary Irish music, as performed by five talented female performers from varying musical backgrounds.
Though the melodies are often extremely simple and unadorned, the production is just as lush and majestic as anything on Yanni's LIVE AT THE ACROPOLIS, and should appeal to fans of that disc. The opening track features the extraordinary, bell-like vocal timbre of 15-year-old Chloe Agnew over an orchestral backing that includes tin whistle. "Isle of Inisfree" showcases Orla Fallon, whose dark voice and supple harp playing make for a haunting listening experience. On numerous tracks, several of the Irish sirens sing together; a particular standout is a soothingly sweet version of Enya's breakthrough hit "Orinoco Flow."
Celtic Classics + Enya,Josh Groban
Various Artists/Celtic Woman: Orla ? (vocals, harp); Lisa, Méav, Chloé (vocals); Mairead (fiddle).
Additional personnel: Des Moore (guitar); Martin Johnston (cello); David Downes (whistle, harpsichord, keyboards); John O'Brien (Uilleann pipe); Eoghan O'Neill (bass guitar); Robbie Casserly (percussion).
| | Enya And Winter Came CD (2008)
Celtic music CDs
$11.85 
Unlike Enya's 2006 EP, CHRISTMAS SECRETS, with which it shares no tracks, AND WINTER CAME is not a traditional Christmas album. It's more impressionistic than most, placing a handful of Christmas songs such as "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" in the midst of a shimmering soundscape of keyboards, strings, and Enya's trademark overdubbed vocal chorales. The mostly original material does an exceptional job of evoking a comforting midwinter landscape without resorting to sleigh bells or other Christmas music clichés. Highlights include "White Is in the Winter Night," "Last Time By Moonlight," and the evocative, childlike "Trains and Winter Rains." AND WINTER CAME is an unusual but lovely addition to the Christmas music pantheon.
Recording information: Aigle Studio.
Photographer: Simon Fowler.
Arrangers: Enya; Nicky Ryan.
Personnel: Enya (vocals, various instruments); Pat Farrell & the Believers (guitar, 12-string guitar).
Audio Mixer: Nicky Ryan.
| | Enya Celts CD (1987)
Celtic songs
$11.95
THE CELTS is the 1992 re-release of a 1987 album simply titled ENYA, containing 15 selections originally composed for a BBC series of the same name. Although a number of the tracks sound dated, several others, including "To Go Beyond (II)" are notable for how they locate the origins of the classic Enya sound, far removed from earlier Celtic efforts.
A tidy, dreamlike piece, "Epona," is about the Horse Goddess, closely connected to Rhiannon, whose birds are said to awaken the dead. The tale of a rebellious ancient queen who poisoned herself, "Boadicea" finds Enya humming over a dark keyboard refrain.
Live Recording
Includes liner notes by Roma Ryan.
Personnel: Arty McGlynn (electric guitar); Patrick Halling (violin); Liam O'Flionn (pipe, Uilleann pipe); Liam O'Flynn (pipe).
Photographer: David Scheinmann.
Arrangers: Enya; Nicky Ryan.
Personnel includes: Enya (vocals, various instruments); Arty McGlynn (electric guitar); Patrick Halling (violin); Liam O'Flionn (Uillean pipes).
| | Real McKenzies Loch'D & Loaded CD (2001)
Celtic album
$6.95 
The Real McKenzies' brand of Scottish-influenced punk rock is no doubt original. Coming in somewhere between the Dropkick Murphys, Scottish folk music, and dirty, 1977-styled punk, this band -- which plays in full Scottish regalia (yes, that includes the kilts) -- is no doubt quite a treat live. The sound created on Loch'd & Loaded shows off the skills of both bagpipe players and then strikes in with some punk rock discord. Rowdy, snottish vocals sing songs of Scotland, partying, and drinking. Not entirely in depth, but good for those in high spirits; nevertheless, one has to wonder how far a band can go with a style such as this. ~ Kurt Morris
The kings of nerdcore are back for another round, sort of. My E.P. is a collection of catch pop-punk masterpieces. Since the band has only released 3 albums in over 9 years of existence, they decided to let Honest Don's plunder their highly secure vaults & assemble a few gems that, for unexplained reasons, have never been released before. The EP was actually released in 2001 on My Records with 6 tracks, but this version adds 4 bonus tracks, 'Fight For Your Right To Masturbate', 'I Want To Take You Out For Ice Cream' & ' Nikki Webster' (one is hidden). 2003.
| | Gaelic Storm How Are We Getting Home? CD (2004)
Celtic CD music
$11.89 
The band that played on the Titanic -- at least in the movie version of the tale -- has managed to build on that invaluable exposure. While there is some traditional music on here, perfectly competently played, the real focus is on Gaelic Storm's own material. They touch on themes that seem endemic to the Irish -- homesickness and drinking, for the most part -- in a musical blend that takes ideas from the tradition and mixes them with generally uptempo acoustic rock that's never offensive (unlike, say, the Pogues). ~ Chris Nickson
The band that played on the Titanic -- at least in the movie version of the tale -- has managed to build on that invaluable exposure. While there is some traditional music on here, perfectly competently played, although with a somewhat uninspired sound, the real focus is on their own material. They touch on themes that seem endemic to the Irish -- homesickness and drinking, for the most part -- in a musical blend that takes ideas from the tradition and mixes them with generally uptempo acoustic rock that's never offensive (unlike, say, the Pogues). The problem, of course, is that there are so many bands that have done this kind of thing that anyone attempting it needs something special to stand out. And besides their name recognition, there's little in the writing and playing here to separate Gaelic Storm from the herd. ~ Chris Nickson
Audio Mixer: Mark Miller .
Recording information: Jack's Tracks Recording Studio, Nashville, TN.
Unknown Contributor Role: Stephen Wehmeyer.
Arranger: Gaelic Storm.
Gaelic Storm: Steve Twigger (vocals, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin); Patrick Murphy (vocals, harmonica, accordion, spoons); Steve Wehmeyer (vocals, didjeridu, bodhran); Ryan Lacey (vocals, djembe, percussion); Tom Brown (whistle, highland bagpipe); Dave Pomeroy, Ellery Klein.
Personnel: Steve Twigger (vocals, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin); Patrick Murphy (vocals, harmonica, accordion, spoons); Stephen Wehmeyer (vocals, didjeridu, bodhran); Ryan
| | Celtic Folk Festival CD (1996) (Import) Netherlands
Celtic music CDs
$14.75
Recorded at two Dutch folk festivals in the early 1980s, this has good performances by some of the biggest names in British Isles traditional folk/folk-rock, including Clannad, Andy Irvine, the Tannahill Weavers, Silly Wizard, and Battlefield Band. The program's rounded out by three lesser-known acts from Brittany (Kornog, Dan Ar Bras, and Sonerien Du). Material, sound, and performance are good, and while it may not be the first place you should stop to check out the artists, it's a good addition for those building a deep Celtic collection. Incidentally, the Clannad tracks were recorded during their first performances with then-14-year-old Enya in the lineup; the Silly Wizard cut is one of the few recordings of the group with Dougie McLean. ~ Richie Unterberger
Performers include: Clannad, The Battlefield Band, Andy Irvine, Gerry O'Beirne, Kernog, Sonerien Du, Dan Ar Bras, The Tannahill Weavers, Silly Wizard, Jamie McMenemy's Kornog.
| | Celtic Tides CD (1998)
Celtic songs
$10.79
Includes liner notes by Martin Melhuish, Mark Hall, Greg Hall.
One of the earlier entries in Putumayo's extensive catalogs, Celtic Tides is a collection of relatively expansive works of modern Celtic music pre-dating at least some of the craze in Celtic sounds that would come in the years to follow. The sounds here range from the well-known old guard members (the Rankin Family, the Chieftains, Clannad) to the slightly newer, slightly more forward-reaching (Altan, Natalie MacMaster) to the lesser-known (Seamus Egan, Dougie MacLean). Along with the progression through the years of development of modern Celtic, there is the geographic development, with artists from Ireland and Scotland certainly, but also the Cape Breton traditions from Canada and even the odd Californian traditionalists. The music is excellent throughout, with standout performances from the Old Blind Dogs (on the more traditional end) and Capercaillie (in the realm of fusion). Overall, it's a nice, relaxed collection of Celtic sounds that relies more on the sheer musical abilities of the groups rather than the stereotypical sounds that veer in and out of authentic grounds. Certainly worth a listen for fans of the genre, but also a nice point to start explorations for newcomers. ~ Adam Greenberg
Chieftains,Clannad,Mary Black, Altan,Calpercaillie,Solas++
| | Best Of & The Rest Of Folk Masters CD (1990) (Import) United Kingdom
Celtic album
$12.19
13 tracks w. Steeleye Span, Tim Hart and Maddy Prior +
Artists include: Steeleye Span, Martin Carthy and Dave Swarbrick.
| | Sarah Vaughan With Clifford Brown CD (1955)
Celtic CD music
$11.39
Recorded December 16 and 18, 1954, in New York. Originally released at Emarcy (36004). Includes liner notes by Michael Bourne.
This album joined the talents of legendary jazz singer Sarah Vaughan with those of 24-year-old wonder-trumpeter Clifford Brown for a December, 1954 released on Mercury Records subsidiary EmArcy. A warm and welcoming hiss washes over this album, giving it a graceful, familiar patina. One feels like a privileged listener let in on an intimate closed session.
Brown's playing is sharp and confident throughout, and at times even bears a bit of a racy, histrionic edge. But it is clearly Vaughan who steals the show in this set. The opening and closing strains of "Jim" demonstrate her peerless intonation, as her voice blends with the rest of the instruments to create a mellifluous whole. On "Lullaby of Birdland," Vaughan wallows around her soupy lower register only seconds before breaking into some bebop maneuvering. It is interesting to listen to what kind of interpretive character her tight vibrato and winsome pitch-modulation bring to standards like "September Song," and the Gershwins' "Embraceable You." This is a thoroughly representative collection from one of jazz's all-time greats.
Digitally remastered by Kiyoshi Tokiwa.
Reissue producers: Richard Seidel, Paul Ramey.
Personnel: Clifford Brown (trumpet); Sarah Vaughan (vocals); Herbie Mann (flute); Paul Quinichette (tenor saxophone); Jimmy Jones (piano); Roy Haynes (drums, snare drum).
Audio Remixer: Kiyoshi Tokiwa.
Liner Note Authors: Michael Ullman; Michael Bourne.
Recording information: Fine Sound, New York, NY (12/16/1954/12/18/1954); New York, NY (12/16/1954/12/18/1954).
Photographer: William Claxton.
Arranger: Ernie Wilkins.
Personnel: Sarah Vaughan (vocals); Ernie Wilkins (arranger); Paul Quinichette (tenor saxophone); Clifford Brown (trumpet); Herbie Mann (flute); Jimmy Jomes (piano); Joe Benjamin (bass); Roy Haynes (drums).
Producer: Bob Shad.
| | Kimbo Educational Stewart Children Of The World CD (2000)
$12.15 | | ICARUS In Zaire CD (2006)
Celtic music CDs
$11.65
Track Listing of songs: In Zaire Icarus; Stone Fox Chase; Stone Fox Chase;
| | Tommy Scott Pipes Tranquility Collection CD (2004)
Celtic songs
$12.15
Live Recording
Personnel: Pipes & Strings Of Scotland.
| | Waterdown All Riot CD (2006)
Celtic album
$11.39
On its third full length, the German six-piece band uses its double vocals, slashing guitar attack, and pummeling drums to fuse metalcore, punk rock, and emo, on tracks like the pounding "Sleep Well" and the incisive "My Hopelessness and Me."
Audio Mixer: Vincent Sorg.
Recording information: Lauterstudios, Munster (08/2005-10/2005).
Waterdown: Michael Janczak (vocals); Holger Behrens, Axel Pralat (guitar); Christian Kruse (bass instrument); Philip Meyer (drums); Ingo Rieser.
Personnel: Ingo Rieser (vocals); Holger Behrens, Axel Pralat (guitar); Ingo Knollmann (piano).
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