Loreena mckennitt lyrics 72 song lyrics sorted by album, including as i roved out, she moved through the fair, a hundred wishes. Listen to the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on vibbidi browse every single songs, tracklists, music videos, remixes, fan covers, live performances. Loreena mckennitt royal albert hall, london march th 2019 in march 2019 loreena re. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997, cd discogs. The book of secrets loreenas sixth studio album and a worldwide chart success, featuring hit single the mummers dance. Loreena mckennitt 1995 a winter garden five songs for the season. Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt cd, sep2003, quinlan road brand new. 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 by loreena mckennitt cd, sep2003. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets vinyl 3lp box set 2017 the book of secretsside oneprologue 4. 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. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets full album tracklist.
The book of secrets, an album by loreena mckennitt. The lyrics of the song are an abridged version of a poem by alfred noyes. 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. 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. Some of the tracks are mostly instrumental, featuring the harp. The book of secrets loreena mckennitt releases allmusic. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on apple music. 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 sputnikmusic. Loreena s notes on the songs of the book of secrets. Loreena mckennitts first release of original material since 2006. Canadian loreena mckennitt has always played with one eye on her harp and one eye squinting towards ireland.
The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between releases. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072. Subscribe for the latest music videos, performances, and more. Loreena mckennitt royal albert hall, london march th. It is a rich tapestry of contemporary thoughts woven with threads from the celts to the bedouins, stitched with the sounds of a diverse collection of musical voices, including nyckelharpa, oud, kanoun, a military band, and flamenco guitar. Loreena mckennitt book of secrets cd sep1997 warner bros.
The mummers dance is a single by canadian celtic singer loreena mckennitt from the 1997 album the book of secrets. Listen to your favorite songs from the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt now. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets sonic seducer. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets releases discogs. Try disabling any ad blockers and refreshing this page. 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 loreena mckennitt to stream in hifi, or to download in true cd quality on. Sign in the book of secrets loreena mckennitt world 1997 play shuffle. The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor, and the highwayman. The song refers to seasonal mummers play performed by groups of.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997 full album cd. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072 cd. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997 usa cd folk bargain. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets musicians friend. Therefore, those of you who like to read lyrics will definitely feel more engaged while listening to the book of secrets. So when i saw it was available, i immediately got it. On a trip to the greek capital, i find that during the course of interviews with local journalists, certain themes arise again and again. Canadian singercomposer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced, and the head of her own internationally successful record label, quinlan road. This is the album which collects the pathways of mckennitt she took up to the record sessions. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo youtube. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic new. Features song lyrics for loreena mckennitt s the book of secrets album. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music.
The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets album lyrics. Loreena mckennitt spanish guitars and night plazas. 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 book of secrets is an album by loreena mckennitt released in 1997. The visit by loreena mckennitt cd, sep2003, warner bros. Mckennitt s recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. Album the book of secrets, loreena mckennitt qobuz. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets full album youtube. Loreena mckennitt greatest hits loreena mckennitt full. Apr 01, 2020 the book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997.
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. Add to cart loreenas 6th studio album, released in 1997. Loreena mckennitt the journey so far buenos aires argentina. Mckennitts 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.
The album is certified doubleplatinum in the united states. 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. Mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. The 20th anniversary set of the acclaimed album in a limited edition lp box. Reviewed in the united kingdom on november 5, 2012. Loreena mckennitt s first release of original material since 2006. Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance and more. Marco polo by loreena mckennitt from her album the book of secrets with a brief history of marco polo and his. I love mckennitts soulful celtic voice it heals and lifts my spirit always. Add to cart loreena s 6th studio album, released in 1997.