Celtic Harp Tales (CD)

„Celtic Harp Tales” is the essence of the enchanted sound of the harp, played by versatile harpist Amelia Tokarska. Fifteen brand-new arrangements written by Paweł Biliński based on traditional Celtic themes with a contemporary take on the tradition. With master percussionist Sławomir Berny, multi-instrumentalist Marcin Rumiński on whistles and bagpipes, magnificent violinist Krzysztof Maciejowski on 5-string electric violin with delicate addition of electronics played by Paweł Biliński. The sound space was created by legendary sound engineer Tadeusz Mieczkowski. The album is also available in Dolby Atmos^TM immersive format on top streaming platforms. Recorded entirely in the incredible Cavatina Hall concert hall and Polish Radio studio. Includes some well-known Celtic tunes like „She moved through the fair”, „Skye Boat Song” or „Bonny Portmore”, less popular pieces like „The Massacre of Glencoe”, „Sealg A’s Sugradh Nan Gleann”, „Hi Horo ‘s Na Horo Eile” and some lovely harp self-duos as well. Released by the DUX label.

The album highlights the sensitivity of the outstanding harpist Amelia Tokarska and her superb emotional interpretation of Celtic melodies. She used the full range of the harp’s capabilities to paint the content of the pieces with imaginative music. The whole album gives the opportunity to move to another world, to float above the ground in the midst of the rushing world. The album has been designed as a kind of cinematic-style soundtrack to the stories, legends and novels, which you can read about in the 24-page album booklet – richly illustrated and unique photos included. In „Celtic Harp Tales” melody, harmony, emotions, and space are at the forefront. For over 50 minutes, immerse yourself in the world of the soothing harp.

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