What better way to ring in the 20th anniversary of this album. Try disabling any ad blockers and refreshing this page. Features song lyrics for loreena mckennitts the book of secrets album. I hate to say it, but the book of secrets is my favorite loreena mckennitt album and it does not disappoint. The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between. Mckennitt s recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. 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. Find album credit information for the book of secrets loreena mckennitt on allmusic allmusic.
Printed music from some of loreena mckennitts cd is available as pdf downloads. New recording live at the royal albert hall available november 1. Who would not want to read a book of secretsexcept, this is one you listen to. May 28, 2008 loreena mckennitt prologue the book of secrets. The book of secrets loreena mckennitt credits allmusic. 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. Therefore, those of you who like to read lyrics will definitely feel more engaged while listening to the book of secrets. Click here now to find out here why others like this song. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music. Maybe this has also to do with the fact that i am not so fond of violincello type and oriental style music.
Features the book of secrets release year and link to loreena mckennitt lyrics. 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. The book of secrets, an album by loreena mckennitt on spotify. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on spotify.
My life as a friend, that contained intimate details of their friendship. Licensed to youtube by umg, kontor new media music on behalf of quinlan road. 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. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets celtic lyrics corner. Jul, 2017 loreena isabel irene mckennitt, known as loreena mckennitt is a canadian musician, composer, harpist, accordionist, and pianist, born on february 17, 1957, in morden, manitoba, canada to father jack mckennitt died 1992 and mother, irene mckennitdied 2011. 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. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets musicians friend. The lyrics of the song are an abridged version of a poem by alfred noyes.
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. Her music was widely used in the tv series ez streets and is now heard in roar. In 2005, mckennitt was involved in an acrimonious court case in england when her former friend and employee, niema ash, published a book, travels with loreena mckennitt. 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. So when i saw it was available, i immediately got it. The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between releases. Find album credit information for the book of secrets loreena mckennitt on allmusic. The recording of loreenas celebrated performance at londons historic royal albert hall earlier this year will be. Loreena mckennitt music, videos, stats, and photos. My personal favourit on the book of secrets is dantes prayer, presumably because the music is kept more simple than in the other.
The journey so far the best of loreena mckennitt deluxe edition. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 20th anniversary. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets sputnikmusic. Mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. 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.
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. Some people are born red hair canadians, some have irish and scottish roots, some play the harp, others the piano, and yet others the harmonica, loreena mckenniitt is all that and plays all those instruments, composes a wonderful bland of irish, scottish and mediterranean music. Printed music from some of loreena mckennitt s cd is available as pdf downloads. Provided to youtube by universal music group prologue loreena mckennitt the book of secrets. Losslessclub loreena mckennitt 19852010 flac image. Check out the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music. She wondered if this need arose from an insatiable curiosity.
Features song lyrics for loreena mckennitt s the book of secrets album. The album is certified doubleplatinum in the united states. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072. Loreena mckennitt the wind that shakes the barley 6. This vinyl album box is top notch and a worthy collectors item. The road was a ribbon of moonlight over the purple moor, and the highwayman. 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. Beloved canadian singersongwriter and harpist who performs celtic and worldbeatinspired folk. Loreena mckennitt prologue the book of secrets youtube. Another important aspect of the album is the lyrics. Loreena invited for guest appearance with the chieftains.
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. The box set is presently available for preorder only. Loreena mckennitt spanish guitars and night plazas. The book of secrets loreena mckennitt music musicstore. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 2004, cd discogs. On the whole, though, i think the book of secrets has turned out to be better than the mask and mirror. From the quinlan road recording the book of secrets skellig words and music by loreena mckennitt o light the candle, john the daylight has almost gone the birds have sung their last. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072 cd. Loreena mckennitt prologue lyrics letssingit lyrics. Should you wish to join this community of friends, we would be delighted to offer you the benefits listed above. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets releases discogs. The book of secrets is an album by loreena mckennitt released in 1997. Join the lm community by filling out the form below. Jan 27, 20 loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo.
The nature of music on this release is mostly soothing with only a few faster and lively moments. In a recording career spanning nearly two decades, mckennitts eclectic celtic music has won critical acclaim worldwide and gold, platinum and multiplatinum. This is the album which collects the pathways of mckennitt she took up to the record sessions. Download the cd booklet in pdf format 244 kb englishfrench version only broadening her focus toward a more eclectic range of celticrelated subjects, and following her attendance at an international exhibition of celtic artefacts in venice, loreenas writing in her fourth album, the visit, takes on the form of musical historical travel writing. Subscribe for the latest music videos, performances, and more. The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. Mckennitt argued that much of the book contained confidential personal information that ash had no. From wikipedia, the free encyclopedia the book of secrets is an album by loreena mckennitt released in. Prologue the mummers dance marco polo night ride across the caucasus. Whether this is your first visit to my website or youre one of my facebook followers, i would like to welcome you. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997, cd discogs. Loreena mckennitt has a beautiful, melodic voice which suits the celtic style of music and songs. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 2007, cd discogs.
Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance and more. 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. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt. Accordion, arranger, composer, harp, kanun, keyboards, piano, primary artist, producer, vocals. Each recording includes a free 320kbps mp3 download code, which can be found within each individual sleeve 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. She is selfmanaged, selfproduced and head of her own record label quinlan road. Tout sur the book of secrets loreena mckennitt, cd album et tous les albums musique cd, vinyle.
A lot of pride went into the making of this box set and it shows. The wind was a torrent of darkness among the gusty trees, the moon was a ghostly galleon tossed upon cloudy seas. Loreena mckennitt was born in manitoba and began her music career peforming in a number of places including winnipeg, manitoba, canada before settling in ontario. Mckennitt is known for her refined and clear dramatic soprano vocals. Loreena encourages youth to remember and do their part for democracy in a november 7th speech to. Loreena mckennitt book of secrets album medley youtube. Hqhd loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997 full. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
She has sold more than 14 million records worldwide. The journey not the destination, becomes a source of wonder. Some of the tracks are mostly instrumental, featuring the harp. Reviewed in the united kingdom on november 5, 2012. The book of secrets loreenas sixth studio album and a worldwide chart success, featuring hit single the mummers dance. Loreena mckennitt spent a few years thinking about celtic nomadic ways. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up.
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