Mo Ghile Mear

Celtic Thunder premieres new production 'STORM'

STORM is a compelling new show from Celtic Thunder that tells the story of a land struggle and cultural differences. It is a turbulent, raucous standoff between the darkness of gypsies, and the resolution of the settlers both fighting for the same piece of land. The themes of love, unrequited and forbidden, the sweet innocence of youth and the triumph of life experience are also found throughout STORM.

The majority of the music featured in STORM is original and was composed for the show by legendary Irish Composer Phil Coulter. His songs range from the hopeful and romantic such as “New Day Dawning” and the beautiful duet “Tender is The Night” to the dark and menacing “Storm Overture” to the whimsical and fun number “Look At Me." STORM also features wonderful and exciting new arrangements on Celtic classics such as “Lagan Love” and “Mo Ghile Mear” (Hail The Hero), the latter is used in a brilliantly choreographed battle cry between settlers and gypsies. The end result is that Sharon Browne and Phil Coulter’s new production is challenging, original and engaging and is bound to enthrall audiences.

The show bursts forth onto a nighttime, flame-lit scene with an energetic, highly primal dance number to an underlying Celtic beat “Storm Overture." The King of the Gypsies character, played by Ryan Kelly, woos away the daughter of a settler in the number “Midnight Well," while The Highwayman, played by Keith Harkin, gladly relieves the gentry of their riches in his lively rendition of “Stand and Deliver." Irish Soprano Deirdre Shannon plays a Noble Woman in STORM and gives a haunting rendition of the Clannad favorite “Harry’s Game” while dancer Caroline Torti’s gypsy dance in “Shadows Dancing” is an amazing, dark and sultry piece of choreography.

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Songs From The Heart

The international Irish music phenomenon, Celtic Woman, is renowned for singing inspirational melodies and heartwarming songs that stir fans of all ages and cultures. The 5 member Irish female ensemble (vocalists Chloe, Lisa, Alex, Lynn and Celtic Violinist Mairead) under the musical direction of David Downes, categorically defined a distinct genre by putting a modern twist on the Celtic sound. In just four short years, the group has played nine US tours, released 4 CDs, 4 DVDs and performed for close to 1 million concert-goers. The group's albums have held the #1 position on the World Music Chart while their four PBS TV specials have dominated the broadcast circuit. As a testament to the group's ability to cross musical and cultural boundaries, 2009 saw Celtic Woman perform on ABC's Dancing With The Stars singing for 23 million viewers and at the White House for The National Christmas Tree Lighting before President Obama and his family. A true celebration of Ireland, Celtic Woman's unforgettable signature style can be enjoyed by all on their brand-new PBS TV special, concert tour, CD and DVD- Songs from the Heart. Import pressing includes two bonus tracks, Mo Ghile Mear (Live From Slane Castle) and Spanish Lady (Live From Slane Castle). Since their beginning in 2005, Irish vocal phenomenon Celtic Woman have sold 4 million units worldwide and occupied the #1 spot on the Billboard World Music Chart for a record-breaking 90 consecutive weeks. The Greatest Journey: Essential Collection represents the band's first Best Of collection and includes four new songs ('The Call', 'Pie Jesu', 'Ave Maria' and 'You Raise Me Up') as well as two songs previously unreleased on CD ('Somewhere' and 'Shenandoah'). EMI. 2008. 1. Beyond The Sea Menu Loop
2. Granuaile's Dance Menu Loop
3. The Voice Menu Loop
4. The Sky And The Dawn And The Sun Menu Loop
5. The Sky And The Dawn And The Sun (Live At Slane Castle)
6. The Prayer (Live From Slane Castle)
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16. Lascia Ch'io Pianga (Live From Slane Castle)
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