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Celtic Wedding

The Chieftains · 1987

50 min · 9 tracks · folk

A vibrant tapestry of traditional melodies and rhythms that evoke the spirit of Celtic celebrations.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • celebratory atmosphere for gatherings
  • dynamic journey with climactic moments
  • danceable rhythms for lively settings
  • immersive experience of traditional culture

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike extended medley compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1987, 'Celtic Wedding' marked The Chieftains' continued exploration of traditional Irish music after their acclaimed album 'Further Down the Old Plank Road' in 1995. At this point, they were solidifying their reputation as leading ambassadors of Celtic music, bridging folk traditions with contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
The Bothy Band· Altan· Lúnasa

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Dañs Mod Koh a Vaod 3:33
  • 2 Peh Troux ’zou Ar En Doar (What Noise on Earth; Carol) 3:45
  • 3 Dañs‐tro Fisel 4:07
  • 4 Tonioù‐bale a Vro‐wened (Marches) 4:10
  • 5 Dañs Bro‐leon 2:30
  • 6 Heuliadenn Tonioù Breizh‐izel (medley) 7:01
  • 7 Ev Chistr ’ta, Laou! 1:58
  • 8 Jabadaw 3:05
  • 9 Celtic Wedding (medley) 20:11

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