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Artist: Mary Jane Lamond
Album: Storas
Well. I have to say that I was drawn to this CD before I even had a listen. The cover itself reflected the good taste and artistry that Ms. Lamond has within. And I was not disappointed when I listened to her music–it is beautiful. Beautiful.
Unlike anything I have ever heard before, “Storas” (which is Gaelic for “treasure”), is a thoughtful, fascinating experience from start to finish. Something about listening to music in another language has always been amazing to me–I’m a big fan of Gregorian chant–and this CD is no exception. Some tracks soothe, while others are sprightly, but each is crafted carefully for impact. And impact it does.
There is no doubt that there is a world music flavor here, but it doesn’t overwhelm the Celtic feel of the music. This delicate balance is in large part why I found the songs here so intriuging. Her interpretation of the Scottish Gaelic songs she chose is quite lovely and I would highly recommend this CD to all comers. I’m not going to highlight any tracks in particular, because they are all a pleasure.
Catherine L. Tully specializes in writing about the arts, lifestyle and travel. She is the Owner of 4dancers, a blog for those who love dance, and Editor for Freelance-Zone, an award-winning site for freelance writers. Catherine also reviews music for Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.
