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Fit as a Fiddle

Natalie MacMaster · 1997

54 min · 13 tracks

A vibrant celebration of Cape Breton fiddle music, bursting with intricate melodies and rhythmic energy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Carnival March / Miller of Drone / MacKinnon's Brook / Lucy Campbell / Annie Is My Darling / Gordon Cote / Bird's Nest / Maid Behind the Bar — This medley showcases MacMaster's exceptional technical prowess and ability to weave together multiple tunes into an exhilarating performance that highlights the lively spirit of Cape Breton music.
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    I'll Always Remember You — This track stands out for its heartfelt composition, blending traditional elements with a poignant sentiment that resonates deeply within the context of cultural memory.
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    O'r the Moor Amonth the Heather / Traditional / Lady Mary Ramsay / Jenny Dang the Weaver / The Lassies of Stewarton / Garfield Vale — The intricate transitions between pieces in this track illustrate MacMaster’s skillful navigation through various styles and tempos, embodying the rich tapestry of Celtic music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • upbeat dance energy throughout
  • celebratory tunes for gatherings
  • for lively celebrations
  • joyful melodies that uplift
  • engaging storytelling through instrumentals

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slower, introspective music
  • dislike traditional instrumentation

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on March 11, 1997, 'Fit as a Fiddle' was Natalie MacMaster's third album, following her breakthrough record 'No Boundaries' in 1996. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her reputation as a leading figure in traditional Celtic music, showcasing her virtuosic fiddle skills and deep-rooted cultural heritage.
Stylistic neighbors
Ashley MacIsaac· The Chieftains· Lúnasa

Tracklist

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

  • 1 John Campbell's / Miss an Moirs Birthday / Lady Georgina Campbell / Anguson the Turnpike / Sheehan's Reel 4:22
  • 2 My Dungannon Sweetheart / Scaffies Cairet / Juniper Jig 3:06
  • 3 Carnival March / Miller of Drone / MacKinnon's Brook / Lucy Campbell / Annie Is My Darling / Gordon Cote / Bird's Nest / Maid Behind the Bar 6:48
  • 4 Nancy's Waltz 2:27
  • 5 Compliments to Sean Maguire / President Garfield / Miss Watt / Casa Loma Castle 3:48
  • 6 O'r the Moor Amonth the Heather / Traditional / Lady Mary Ramsay / Jenny Dang the Weaver / The Lassies of Stewarton / Garfield Vale 7:19
  • 7 Jean's Reel 3:08
  • 8 I'll Always Remember You 4:22
  • 9 The Girls at Martinfield / Bennett's Favorite / The Green Fields of Glentown 4:07
  • 10 Counselor's / The Rakes of Kildare / The Lark in the Morning 3:10
  • 11 The Lass of Carrie Mills / Lennox's Love to Lantyre / Archie Menzies / Re elRechwall Forest 4:17
  • 12 If Ever You Were Mine 3:58
  • 13 The MacNeils of Udadale / Maclaine of Loch Buie / Colville's Rant / Pibroch O'Donal Dhu 3:13

What to play next

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