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Loreena McKennitt

An Ancient Muse

An Ancient Muse

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  • Released Date: 20 Nov 2006

  • Genre: Folk

Our Take

Loreena McKennitt's "An Ancient Muse" is a mystical journey through time and space, a sonic tapestry woven with threads of ancient myth and timeless melodies. McKennitt's ethereal vocals transport listeners to a realm where Celtic harps and Middle Eastern lutes coexist harmoniously, creating a musical landscape that is both enchanting and otherworldly.

Tracks like "The Gates of Istanbul" and "The English Ladye and the Knight" showcase McKennitt's ability to blend elements of traditional folk music with contemporary production techniques, resulting in a sound that is at once familiar and refreshingly unique. The album's instrumentation is a veritable smorgasbord of world music influences, from the haunting drone of the hurdy-gurdy to the delicate plucking of the oud.

McKennitt's lyrical prowess is on full display throughout "An Ancient Muse," with songs like "Penelope's Song" and "Kecharitomene" offering poignant reflections on love, loss, and the passage of time. Her poetic storytelling is both intimate and universal, drawing listeners in with its evocative imagery and emotional depth.

Overall, "An Ancient Muse" is a masterful work of art that showcases Loreena McKennitt's talent as both a composer and a storyteller. With its rich tapestries of sound and thought-provoking lyrics, this album is a must-listen for anyone with a taste for the mystical and the magical.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Incantation
2. The Gates of Istanbul
3. Caravanserai
4. The English Ladye and the Knight
5. Kecharitomene
6. Penelope's Song
7. Sacred Shabbat
8. Beneath a Phrygian Sky
9. Never-ending Road (Amhrá Duit)

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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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