Reviewed in the united kingdom on november 5, 2012. The album is certified doubleplatinum in the united states. See more ideas about loreena mckennitt, celtic music and world music. Mckennitt is known for her refined and clear dramatic soprano vocals. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Recorded at peter gabriels real world studios in england, the book of secrets was written and. The book of secrets loreena mckennitt releases allmusic. Mckennitts recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets quinlan road ltd.
Try disabling any ad blockers and refreshing this page. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets quinlan roadwea, 1997 cd 19404 0630194042 all songs are performed live on cd1 of live in paris and toronto 1999. Check out the book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets marco polo duration. Loreena mckennit down by the sally gardens by annie schonkeren. The book of secrets loreena mckennitt cdalbum 1997. Mckennitt s recordings always have the quality of a spiritual sojourn. I hate to say it, but the book of secrets is my favorite loreena mckennitt album and it does not disappoint. Book of secrets mckennitt loreena cd for sale online ebay. Amazon price new from used from audio cd, original recording remastered, enhanced, sept. Often, loreena mckennitt does extensive research on the subjects that her albums deal with to the point where she visits places that her music draws influences from.
Album the book of secrets, loreena mckennitt qobuz. The book of secrets enhanced verve quinlan road 399 107. The book of secrets 1997 see the separate lyrics pages for the authors of the lyrics. The book of secrets is the sixth studio album by loreena mckennitt, released in 1997. Reviews 0 loreenas sixth studio album features a cast of over two dozen musical collaborators, and the eight songs contained therein, including north american hit single the mummers dance, lead. The daughter of a nursemother and a livestocktrading father, songstress loreena mckennitt studied classical piano and vocal training, and learned to dance in the highland style as a youngster. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt album, celtic. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets releases discogs. Abridged by lyrics abridged by loreena mckennitt acoustic bass danny thompson acoustic guitar, mandolin, mandola martin brown 2. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt 7742991072. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets album lyrics. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets cd 1997 description. Download the cd booklet in pdf format 247 kb englishfrench version only a good traveller has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.
Loreena isabel irene mckennitt, cm om born february 17, 1957 is a canadian musician, composer, harpist, accordionist, and pianist who writes, records and performs world music with celtic and middle eastern themes. The book of secrets, an album by loreena mckennitt. The only problem is that she did not seem to progress much during the time between releases. The book of secrets by mckennitt, loreena 1997 audio cd music. So when i saw it was available, i immediately got it. Shop exclusive music from the official loreena mckennitt store. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt cd, sep2003. Chinese philosopher lao tzus words are a good introduction to the third album in a trilogy of musical travel documents that began with the visit. Add to cart loreenas 6th studio album, released in 1997. The book of secrets by mckennitt, loreena 1997 audio cd. What better way to ring in the 20th anniversary of this album. Listen free to loreena mckennitt the book of secrets prologue, the mummers dance and more. This is the album which collects the pathways of mckennitt she took up to the record sessions.
Therefore, those of you who like to read lyrics will definitely feel more engaged while listening to the book of secrets. Her love of traditional music was strengthened in the folk clubs of winnipeg, which she frequented during the brief period she studied veterinary. Find album release information for the book of secrets loreena mckennitt on allmusic allmusic. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets cd likenew, fully guaranteed, with free shipping available. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. The book of secrets, the followup to 1994s the mask and mirror there was a christmas ep, a winter garden, released in 1995, finds loreena mckennitt in the same musical vein, mixing celtic, spanish, italian, and new age to create her own distinct sound.
Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets sputnikmusic. The book of secrets loreena mckennitt to stream in hifi, or to download in true cd quality on. See all 18 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The book of secrets, the followup to 1994s the mask and mirror there was a christmas ep, a winter garden, released in 1995 finds loreena mckennitt in the same musical vein, mixing celtic, spanish, italian, and new age to create her own distinct sound. She has sold more than 14 million records worldwide. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets cd for sale online. The book of secrets by loreena mckennitt on amazon music. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets full album tracklist. Loreena mckennitt the book of secrets 1997, cd discogs.
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