Aig an taigh
  • Aig an taigh

Aig an taigh

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Aig an taigh As the title suggests, Aig an taigh was recorded at home. During the pandemic, we had time to reflect and learn. My husband (Noel Eccles) and I had never spent so much time together nor collaborated in such limited circumstances. Voice and percussion might not be the first combination you think of, but we decided to sit down and figure

Aig an taigh As the title suggests, Aig an taigh was recorded at home. During the pandemic, we had time to reflect and learn. My husband (Noel Eccles) and I had never spent so much time together nor collaborated in such limited circumstances. Voice and percussion might not be the first combination you think of, but we decided to sit down and figure it out. Niamh O’Brien and I regularly tour Germany, but as tours were cancelled due to Covid-19, we decided to record a concert at home together to connect. Recording ourselves, we were out of our comfort zone: I felt a need to get back to my roots. We looked at songs familiar to me, some puirt-a-beul (dancing songs), and songs by Irish songwriters I know and love before adding new ones. I feel a real sense of gratitude for where we live in Co. Wexford; the landscape surrounding us is inspiring, so we let it take a hand in guiding us. (For the accompanying concert film footage, I even bought a drone and taught myself how to fly.)

The album is dedicated to Paddy Moloney.

Noel and I both worked extensively with Paddy. Initially, he was my boss, but latterly he was my friend. I learned so much from working with Paddy and The Chieftains. He was driven, passionate, full of mischief, dedicated, talented, and a natural collaborator; he introduced me to a world of music, musicians, singers, and dancers. I am so grateful, and Paddy, you are sorely missed.

Musicians: Alyth McCormack - vocals, harmonium Niamh O’Brien - harp, backing vocals Noel Eccles - marimba, vibraphone, clock chimes & all other percussion Eoghan O’Neill - bass

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Aig an tiagh: CD
  • Aig an tiagh: CD

Aig an tiagh: CD

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Aig an taigh As the title suggests, Aig an taigh was recorded at home. During the pandemic, we had time to reflect and learn. My husband (Noel Eccles) and I had never spent so much time together nor collaborated in such limited circumstances. Voice and percussion might not be the first combination you think of, but we decided to sit down and figure

Aig an taigh As the title suggests, Aig an taigh was recorded at home. During the pandemic, we had time to reflect and learn. My husband (Noel Eccles) and I had never spent so much time together nor collaborated in such limited circumstances. Voice and percussion might not be the first combination you think of, but we decided to sit down and figure it out. Niamh O’Brien and I regularly tour Germany, but as tours were cancelled due to Covid-19, we decided to record a concert at home together to connect. Recording ourselves, we were out of our comfort zone: I felt a need to get back to my roots. We looked at songs familiar to me, some puirt-a-beul (dancing songs), and songs by Irish songwriters I know and love before adding new ones. I feel a real sense of gratitude for where we live in Co. Wexford; the landscape surrounding us is inspiring, so we let it take a hand in guiding us. (For the accompanying concert film footage, I even bought a drone and taught myself how to fly.)

The album is dedicated to Paddy Moloney.

Noel and I both worked extensively with Paddy. Initially, he was my boss, but latterly he was my friend. I learned so much from working with Paddy and The Chieftains. He was driven, passionate, full of mischief, dedicated, talented, and a natural collaborator; he introduced me to a world of music, musicians, singers, and dancers. I am so grateful, and Paddy, you are sorely missed.

Musicians: Alyth McCormack - vocals, harmonium Niamh O’Brien - harp, backing vocals Noel Eccles - marimba, vibraphone, clock chimes & all other percussion Eoghan O’Neill - bass

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HOMELANDS: CD
  • HOMELANDS: CD

HOMELANDS: CD

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'Homelands' came about through my love of my home in Lewis, Scotland and my love of my new home in Ireland where I moved several years ago. I see myself as an Islander as I come from the Hebrides, and I always will, but I also now love where I live in Ireland. It's a common thread. We are all travellers, emigrants, immigrants. This album touches on

'Homelands' came about through my love of my home in Lewis, Scotland and my love of my new home in Ireland where I moved several years ago. I see myself as an Islander as I come from the Hebrides, and I always will, but I also now love where I live in Ireland. It's a common thread. We are all travellers, emigrants, immigrants. This album touches on the themes of love and loss, home and emigration. **** R2 Magazine

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Red & Gold: CD
  • Red & Gold: CD

Red & Gold: CD

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Paddy Moloney – The Chieftains “From the heartland of Ireland to the shores of the Island of Lewis off the Scottish coast, Tríona Marshall and Ályth McCormack have created a beautiful blend of harp music and song. This brilliant recording encompassing a varied range of the Celtic traditions shows just how closely related our music and songs are and

Paddy Moloney – The Chieftains “From the heartland of Ireland to the shores of the Island of Lewis off the Scottish coast, Tríona Marshall and Ályth McCormack have created a beautiful blend of harp music and song. This brilliant recording encompassing a varied range of the Celtic traditions shows just how closely related our music and songs are and where it’s development and growth can lead. Triona and Alyth came together having toured with The Chieftains over the last few years and have now created a magical duet for all to enjoy”

**** The Irish Times “A delicious musical adventure”

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PEOPLE LIKE ME: CD
  • PEOPLE LIKE ME: CD

PEOPLE LIKE ME: CD

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‘People like me’ is Ályth’s second solo CD. It is a collection of songs, traditional and contemporary, in Scots Gaelic and English about love and conscience. The collection was inspired by her upbringing on the Island of Lewis in the 70’s and 80’s a busy time on the Island both politically and economically.

**** Irish Examiner “McCormack’s voice

‘People like me’ is Ályth’s second solo CD. It is a collection of songs, traditional and contemporary, in Scots Gaelic and English about love and conscience. The collection was inspired by her upbringing on the Island of Lewis in the 70’s and 80’s a busy time on the Island both politically and economically.

**** Irish Examiner “McCormack’s voice combines the purity of Joan Baez and the power of Martha Sebestyen. Exquisitely produced and sung with heart."

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AN IOMALL - THE EDGE: CD
  • AN IOMALL - THE EDGE: CD

AN IOMALL - THE EDGE: CD

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Alyth’s debut solo album. ‘An Iomall’ is a deeply personal recording. An Iomall means ‘The Edge’, and the music reflects the weather-buffeted, exposed landscape of the Isle of Lewis, where Alyth was raised as a Gaelic speaker. One moment incredibly gentle, the next wild and passionate.

The Irish Edition Philadelphia “I am reminded of some of the

Alyth’s debut solo album. ‘An Iomall’ is a deeply personal recording. An Iomall means ‘The Edge’, and the music reflects the weather-buffeted, exposed landscape of the Isle of Lewis, where Alyth was raised as a Gaelic speaker. One moment incredibly gentle, the next wild and passionate.

The Irish Edition Philadelphia “I am reminded of some of the work by the Kronos Quartet or the Beatles at their most adventurous…

Dirty Linen "McCormack is a great singer using traditional styling but adding on top of this a variety of vocal techniques to draw new emotions out of the music.”

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The Captain's Collection: CD
  • The Captain's Collection: CD

The Captain's Collection: CD

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Captain Simon Fraser's life in the 18th/19th century was dedicated to the collection of indigenous Highland Music of Jacobite Scotland. In 1816 he published a collection of 230 tunes from the Scottish Highlands and Islands, mostly derived from the singing of his father and grandfather. However, he omitted publishing the Gaelic words. This CD joins

Captain Simon Fraser's life in the 18th/19th century was dedicated to the collection of indigenous Highland Music of Jacobite Scotland. In 1816 he published a collection of 230 tunes from the Scottish Highlands and Islands, mostly derived from the singing of his father and grandfather. However, he omitted publishing the Gaelic words. This CD joins the words and music in harmony. “This CD presents some of the most beautiful music heard on Scottish albums during the last years." folkworld.de

**** The Irish Times “A delicious musical adventure”

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