766397446721

An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas

Eileen Ivers

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Cat No: COM44672

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Release Date:  19 November 2007

Label:  Compass

Packaging Type:  Jewel Case

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  766397446721

Genres:  Folk  Irish Folk  

  • Description

    Over the past 15 years, Eileen Ivers has established herself as the pre-eminent exponent of the Irish fiddle in the world. Well known as a nine time All-Ireland Fiddle Champion, founding member of Cherish The Ladies and musical star of Riverdance, Ivers has also performed with London Symphony Orchestra, the National Symphony at The Kennedy Center, the Boston Pops, The Chieftains, Hall and Oates, Afrocelts and Patti Smith.

    She is also known for her work in composing and recording music for film, including "Lament For Stalker Wallace" from Martin Scorsese's 'Gangs Of New York' and the full soundtrack 'Some Mother's Son'.

    This album is a truly joyous and animated Christmas collection composed equally of traditional carols, dance tunes and holiday classics. Featuring James Riley, Tommy McDonnell, Leo Traversa, Greg Anderson, Ben Wittman, Adam Posluszny, Susan McKeown, Melissa Pinglora, Amanda Sweatlock, Brittney Watson, Leo Huppert, Vaneese Thomas, Angela Clemmons, Diane Gunnip and Dennis Collins.

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Hark the Herald Angels Sing
      • 2. The Wexford Carol
      • 3. Medley: Christmas Eve/Oiche Nollag/High Road To Linton
      • 4. The Time Is Approaching
      • 5. Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring
      • 6. Do You Hear What I Hear?
      • 7. One Night InBethlehem
      • 8. The Holly Tree
      • 9. Medley: Apples In Winter/Frost Is All Over/A Merry Christmas
      • 10. Christmas Time Is Here
      • 11. O Holy Night