Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance and more. When the dark wood fell before me and all the paths were overgrown. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742910721. Canadian singercomposer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced, and the head of her own internationally successful record label, quinlan road. I grew up in rural manitoba, canada, the daughter of a nurse and a livestock dealer and enjoyed a fairly free and.
The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt. Watch the video for the highwayman from loreena mckennitt s the book of secrets for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. What better way to ring in the 20th anniversary of this album. The book of secrets features a cast of over two dozen musical collaborators, and the eight songs contained therein, including north american hit single the mummers dance, leads the listener on unexpected journeys. Dantes prayer, the mystics dream, the mummers dance, tango to evora, marco polo. Subscribe for the latest music videos, performances, and more. On the whole, though, i think the book of secrets has turned out to be better than the mask and mirror. The nature of music on this release is mostly soothing with only a few faster and lively moments.
The ectophiles guide to good music loreena mckennitt. The wind was a torrent of darkness among the gusty trees, the moon was a ghostly galleon tossed upon cloudy seas. Browse 322 lyrics and 192 loreena mckennitt albums. 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. The book of secrets audio cd mckennitt, loreena mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. Therefore, those of you who like to read lyrics will definitely feel more engaged while listening to the book of secrets. The book of secrets is mckennitts sixth release and her most successful album in terms of sales, having reached double platinum status in the us. Watch the video for skellig from loreena mckennitt s the book of secrets for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. This is high quality music from lossless format flac i am not owner of this music and used logos all rights are to the original author. 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.
The book of secrets loreenas sixth studio album and a worldwide chart success, featuring hit single the mummers dance. I may not be the best person to paint that picture, but let me try. Check out the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music. Listen to your favorite songs from the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt now. The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between. Live at the royal albert hall, released november 1 st, is a mustown memento of that unforgettable evening from the european leg of the lost souls world tour. Loreena mckennitt greatest hits loreena mckennitt full. Loreena mckennitt greatest hits loreena mckennitt full album 2018 loreena mckennitt greatest hits loreena mckennitt full album 2018 loreena mckennitt greatest. The book of secrets, an album by loreena mckennitt. 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 releases discogs.
Hqhd loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997 full. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets remastered 2004 mp3. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic. Sep 16, 2018 loreena mckennitt greatest hits loreena mckennitt full album 2018 loreena mckennitt greatest hits loreena mckennitt full album 2018 loreena mckennitt gre. Provided to youtube by universal music group the mummers dance loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. Loreena mckennitt prologue the book of secrets youtube. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997, cd discogs. Loreena mckennitt is in her element in front of an audience, telling interesting stories about the songs and assembling a topnotch backing band. Lost souls, lost souls, a mummers dance through ireland, an ancient muse, singles. 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. Loreena mckennitt prologue the book of secrets duration.
In 1998, mckennitt scored her biggest hit with the mummers dance. Sadly, her world crumbled that july when her fiance, ronald rees, died while on a sailing trip with his brother and a family friend in georgian bay. The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between releases. I love mckennitt s soulful celtic voice it heals and lifts my spirit always. I still love loreena s early albums, but her later albums, especially the mask and mirror and the book of secrets blur for me. She has sold more than 14 million records worldwide. Scrobbling is when tracks the music you listen to and. Amazons choice for loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. This is the album which collects the pathways of mckennitt she took up to the record sessions. Loreena mckennitt book of secrets album medley youtube. Feb 05, 2010 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 lyrics 72 song lyrics sorted by album, including as i roved out, she moved through the fair, a hundred wishes. 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. Listen free to loreena mckennitt the mummers dance radio. Breaking of the sword, breaking of the sword, a moveable musical feast, a winter garden five songs for the season, top tracks. O 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. Features song lyrics for loreena mckennitt s the book of secrets album. The lyrics of the song are an abridged version of a poem by alfred noyes. Loreena has a stunning voice and a great sense of arranging her music so it doesnt lose its edge or sound sentimental, especially in her earlier recordings. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt cd, sep2003. Her love of traditional music was strengthened in the folk clubs of winnipeg, which she frequented during the brief period she studied veterinary. Many people come to know the public persona of an artist and wonder what they are like offstage. 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. She became a hit in america, which led to the book of secrets selling more than four million copies. Jan 11, 2020 i prefer the more simple, less constructed music of loreena s earlier recording, especially the visit and parallel dreams. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on spotify. Mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. Mckennitt is known for her refined and clear dramatic soprano vocals. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets sputnikmusic. Maybe this has also to do with the fact that i am not so fond of violincello type and oriental style music. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets musicians friend. Published on feb 5, 2010 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. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Songs like this from loreena fit perfectly with some hours of tes. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742910721 cd.
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. Canadian singer and composer loreena mckennitt is selfmanaged, selfproduced and head of her own record label quinlan road. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Buy loreena mckennitts album titled the book of secrets to enjoy in your loreena mckennitt see more. So when i saw it was available, i immediately got it. The book of secrets is an album by loreena mckennitt released in 1997. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 2007, cd discogs. This release is present in the box set the book of secrets 20th anniversary collectors set with the same barcode, same sticker on front cover, same booklet, etc and with runout matrix variant 2. Provided to youtube by universal music group prologue loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. Buy mp3 music online loreena mckennitt the book of secrets remastered 2004 loreena mckennitt the book of secrets remastered. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 2017, 180 gram. I hate to say it, but the book of secrets is my favorite loreena mckennitt album and it does not disappoint.
1339 442 1398 334 1449 1531 339 355 1224 779 1095 246 984 1265 946 190 1106 1290 323 1254 250 815 147 1123 158 1238 612 475 594 1099 1236 932 847 308 1449 1336 1063