Canadian singercomposer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced, and the head of her own internationally successful record label, quinlan road. Loreena mckennitt prologue the book of secrets duration. Mckennitt is known for her refined and clear dramatic soprano vocals. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets full album tracklist.
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. 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. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets aaron badgley of amg 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 mckennitt royal albert hall, london march th. Listen to your favorite songs from loreena mckennitt. Loreena mckennitt prologue the book of secrets youtube. The wind was a torrent of darkness among the gusty trees, the moon was a ghostly galleon tossed upon cloudy seas. Loreena mckennitt royal albert hall, london march th 2019 in march 2019 loreena re. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo youtube. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 20th anniversary. The book of secrets loreena mckennitt singersongwriter 1997. Listen to the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on vibbidi browse every single songs, tracklists, music videos, remixes, fan covers, live performances. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic new.
The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt cd, sep2003. Loreena mckennitt dantes prayer lyrics genius lyrics. Her love of traditional music was strengthened in the folk clubs of winnipeg, which she frequented during the brief period she studied veterinary. 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. Loreenas notes on the songs of the book of secrets. The book of secrets, an album by loreena mckennitt. The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor, and the highwayman. Add to cart loreenas 6th studio album, released in 1997. Some refer to it as the pinnacle of loreenas career. Loreena mckennitt book of secrets album medley youtube. Loreena mckennitt lyrics 72 song lyrics sorted by album, including as i roved out, she moved through the fair, a hundred wishes. Others know it as the album that includes her worldwide hit, the mummers dance.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets sonic seducer. The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. 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 by loreena mckennitt on apple music. Stream loreena mckennitt on amazon music unlimited now. The book of secrets 20th anniversary collectors set quinlan road. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997 full album cd. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo duration. The lyrics of the song are an abridged version of a poem by alfred noyes. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets sputnikmusic.
The book of secrets is an album by loreena mckennitt released in 1997. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets full album youtube. The box set is presently available for preorder only. 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. Add to cart loreena s 6th studio album, released in 1997.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets musicians friend. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music. 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. Listen to your favorite songs from the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt now. I hate to say it, but the book of secrets is my favorite loreena mckennitt album and it does not disappoint. Most of these arrangements are for piano, but they have been edited by sylvia woods to be sure they are playable on harp, and sharping lever changes have been indicated where necessary. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets releases discogs. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets vinyl 3lp box set 2017 the book of secretsside oneprologue 4. Therefore, those of you who like to read lyrics will definitely feel more engaged while listening to the book of secrets.
Provided to youtube by universal music group prologue loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. See all 23 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Try disabling any ad blockers and refreshing this page. Apr 01, 2020 the book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets album lyrics. So when i saw it was available, i immediately got it. On the cusp of the 20th anniversary of the 1997 album the book of secrets, loreena is poised to release an extraordinary vinyl box set that will complete the highend, audiophile reproductions of her. 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.
The book of secrets loreena mckennitt releases allmusic. Printed music from some of loreena mckennitts cd is available as pdf downloads. 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. When the dark wood fell before me and all the paths were overgrown when the priests of pride say there is no other way i tilled the sorrows of stone i did not believe. Mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. Playing via spotify playing via youtube playback options. 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 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. Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance and more. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997, cd discogs. Canadian singer and composer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced and head of her own record label quinlan road.
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 book of secrets loreenas sixth studio album and a worldwide chart success, featuring hit single the mummers dance. Often, loreena mckennitt does extensive research on the subjects that her albums deal with to the point where she visits places that her music draws influences from. 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 only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between releases. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072 cd. The book of secrets audio cd mckennitt, loreena mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. Watch the video for the mummers dance from loreena mckennitts the book of secrets for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. The 20th anniversary set of the acclaimed album in a limited edition lp box. I love mckennitts soulful celtic voice it heals and lifts my spirit always. Find album release information for the book of secrets loreena mckennitt on allmusic. She has sold more than 14 million records worldwide. This is the album which collects the pathways of mckennitt she took up to the record sessions.
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