Live from Dublin: A Tribute to Derek Bell
The Chieftains · 2005
63 min · 15 tracks · folk
A heartfelt blend of traditional Irish folk melodies celebrating the legacy of Derek Bell with vibrant instrumentation and communal spirit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- communal spirit of celebration
- dynamic medleys with heartfelt energy
- wave-like pacing for reflection
- nostalgic tunes for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2005, The Chieftains were well-established as ambassadors of Irish folk music, having released over 30 albums since their debut in 1963. 'Live from Dublin: A Tribute to Derek Bell' came after the passing of their longtime member Derek Bell, marking a poignant moment in the band's history as they honored his contributions through live performance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bothy Band· Altan· Lúnasa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction 0:36
- 2 Opening Medley: Brian Boru’s March / Nine Points of Roguery / The Magpie – Pretty Girls 5:52
- 3 Down the Old Plank Road 2:18
- 4 Derek’s Tune: The Geese and Bright Love 3:49
- 5 Galician Medley: Never Trust a Man’s Love / Mazurka / Guadalupe / Múneira de Jios / Duelling Chanters 7:58
- 6 Ellen Browne 3:02
- 7 Medley: Banish Misfortune / Morning Dew / Arkansas Traveller / Wild Irishman 6:03
- 8 Oíche Nollag (Christmas Eve) 2:51
- 9 Fionnghuala 1:52
- 10 Carrickfergus 6:02
- 11 I’ll Tell Me Ma 2:50
- 12 Tá an Coileach ag Fógairt an Lae (3 pipes) 2:32
- 13 Ottawa Valley Dance 1:52
- 14 Finale 12:55
- 15 Farewell to Music 3:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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