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Imeall

Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh · 2008

59 min · 14 tracks · music of Ireland

A rich tapestry of traditional Irish melodies woven with Mairéad's soulful fiddle and heartfelt vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    A Óganaigh Óig — Opening the album, this track establishes a vibrant connection to Irish heritage through its lively tempo and intricate fiddle work, setting the tone for the entire collection.
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    Is Fada ó Bhaile — This piece beautifully showcases Mairéad's emotive vocal style alongside the fiddle, illustrating a deep sense of longing that resonates throughout Irish folk narratives.
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    Dobbin’s Flowery Vale — An instrumental highlight featuring complex arrangements and dynamic interplay between instruments, this track captures the essence of traditional Irish music's storytelling through melody.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Is Fada ó Bhaile

    The narrative shifts from a wistful reflection on distance to an urgent yearning for home in its verses.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A Óganaigh Óig 4:22
  • 2 Gardaí ’n Rí 3:15
  • 3 Mazurkas 3:38
  • 4 Is Fada ó Bhaile 4:36
  • 5 An Fidleoir 3:31
  • 6 Highlands / The Red Crow 3:40
  • 7 Mo Níon Ó 4:31
  • 8 Dobbin’s Flowery Vale 6:11
  • 9 Girseachaí an Phointe / Port Chití Rua 3:55
  • 10 Méillte Cheann Dubhráin / The Twenty One Highland / The Four Mile Stone 5:05
  • 11 Neillí Bhán 3:31
  • 12 Aige Bruach Dhún Réimhe 5:03
  • 13 The Pigeon on the Gate / The Convenience Reel / The Highlandman 3:39
  • 14 An Dro / Imeall 4:07

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