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Loreena McKennitt

A Midwinter Night's Dream

A Midwinter Night's Dream

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  • Released Date: 20 Oct 2008

  • Genre: Folk

Our Take

Loreena McKennitt takes us on a captivating and magical journey through her enchanting album "A Midwinter Night's Dream." From the moment you press play, you are transported to a wintry wonderland filled with haunting melodies and ethereal vocals.

McKennitt's unique blend of traditional Celtic folk music and classical influences creates a rich tapestry of sound that is both mesmerising and uplifting. The album is a perfect soundtrack for those cosy nights by the fire, sipping mulled wine and gazing at the stars.

Tracks like "The Holly and the Ivy" and "Good King Wenceslas" showcase McKennitt's exceptional vocal range and her ability to bring new life to centuries-old Christmas carols. The instrumentation on the album is equally impressive, with layers of harps, flutes, and strings creating a lush and cinematic sound.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Snow," a hauntingly beautiful ballad that perfectly captures the serene beauty of a winter landscape. McKennitt's emotive performance on this track is truly spellbinding and will leave you with chills.

Overall, "A Midwinter Night's Dream" is a masterful piece of work that showcases Loreena McKennitt's immense talent and her ability to transport listeners to another world. So grab a hot chocolate, wrap yourself in a blanket, and let McKennitt's enchanting music take you on a magical journey this holiday season.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. The Holly & the Ivy
2. Un Flambeau, Jeannette, Isabelle
3. The Seven Rejoices of Mary
4. Noël Nouvelet!
5. Good King Wenceslas
6. Coventry Carol
7. God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen (Abdelli Version)
8. Snow
9. Breton Carol
10. Seeds of Love
11. Gloucestershire Wassail
12. Emmanuel
13. In the Bleak Midwinter

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About the artist

Loreena McKennitt

Loreena McKennitt is not your typical musician. Hailing from the mystical lands of Canada, this Celtic songstress has been enchanting audiences for decades with her ethereal vocals and haunting melodies. With a discography that reads like a musical journey through time and space, Loreena is a master storyteller, weaving tales of love, loss, and everything in between. From the haunting strains of "The Mummer's Dance" to the soul-stirring rhythms of "The Bonny Swans", her music is a magnum opus of Celtic mysticism and folkloric wonder. But don't let her ethereal sound fool you - Loreena is a force to be reckoned with. With a voice that can soar to the heights of the heavens and plunge to the depths of the earth, she is a powerhouse performer who can captivate an audience with just a single note. And let's not forget her instrumental prowess - Loreena is a multi-instrumentalist, skilled in the ways of the harp, piano, and accordion. Her music is a symphony of sound, a tapestry of notes that transport listeners to a world of magic and mystery. So if you're looking for a musical experience like no other, look no further than Loreena McKennitt. With her otherworldly voice, enchanting melodies, and mystical aura, she is a true goddess of music - a siren of the Celtic seas, beckoning you to come and lose yourself in her spellbinding melodies.

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