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Clannad in Concert

Clannad · 1979

36 min · 8 tracks · new age music

Ethereal melodies intertwine with traditional Irish instrumentation, creating a hauntingly beautiful live experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ethereal melodies for quiet evenings
  • live performance energy and warmth
  • dynamic progression with emotional peaks
  • hauntingly beautiful reflective moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced immediate satisfaction
  • seek standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Clannad in Concert' was released in 1979, Clannad was on the cusp of their breakthrough, having established themselves as a unique force in new age and Celtic music. This album followed their self-titled debut in 1973 and showcased their evolving sound, marking a significant step towards wider recognition in both the Irish and international music scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
Enya· Loreena McKennitt· Secret Garden

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bhean a Tí 3:45
  • 2 Fairies Hornpipe Off to California 3:34
  • 3 A Neansaí Mhíle Grá 4:58
  • 4 Mhaire Bruineall 1:22
  • 5 Planxty Burke 4:26
  • 6 An GioBóg 2:30
  • 7 Down by the Sally Gardens 4:48
  • 8 Níl Sé Ina Lá 11:30

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata