Celtic Tides - A Musical Odyssey
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DVD details
Actor: Various ArtistsBrand: Celtic
DVD: Region Code 0
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, Compilation, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 50 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2007-03-27
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Mpi Home Video
Product features:
- Celtic Tides is a musical and cultural journey from the Old World to the New. It celebrates the best of Celtic music and explores today s vibrant Celtic music and dance scene through 13 exciting performances and many fascinating interviews. Travel to Irelan, Scotland and Eastern Canada to visit artists such as the Chieftains, Loreena McKennitt, Clannad, Mary Black, Altan, Ashley MacIsacc, Natal
DVD Reviews of Celtic Tides - A Musical Odyssey
DVD Review: too much talking
Summary: 2 Stars
This should be subtitled A Celtic Windbaggery, as the music presented is constantly interrupted by the talking of the various artists who verbally have much less to offer than when interpreting their songs, more accurately described as neo-Celtic. I noted also the new pronunciation of Celtic as Keltic and wondered who thought this up and managed to get it propagated. Obviously, where language is concerned, imitation, repetition and mindlessness go hand in hand. The music is pleasant to listen to, and all the players/singers have something to offer, but on this recording there is no way to really enjoy the music. Unless you enjoy hearing the pompous jerks who talk, talk and then talk again on PBS, this is not for you.DVD Review: notsogood
Summary: 1 Stars
never get to see a complete performance-only brief clips---"interviews" are lengthy monologues that are not all that interestingDVD Review: A Panorama of Talent
Summary: 5 Stars
Though this program came out a few years ago, I recently re-acquired it on DVD, it was so good. When I first saw it, it had the effect of granting me a deeper access to the world of Celtic music. The narrators explicate the roots of the Celtic musical tradition as well as lead the viewer/listener through a wide variety of contemporary artists in the Celtic tradition. The program alludes to ancient Celtic mythology and the worldview of ancient Celtic peoples, as well as allowing you to hear how recent artists interpret their work and the tradition in which they stand. Excellent on DVD, too--the color and picture quality are very high. Beautifully filmed. I recommend this disc strongly!DVD Review: Transcending Time
Summary: 5 Stars
Awakening the spirits within the rocks and soil and sea and the ocean, this music speaks to the soul within us all and connects us to Nature and Timelessness. Based on traditional melodies, today's popular Celtic musicians and vocalists bring their personal influences and experience via instrument and voice, interpreting the music for modern times, yet maintaining a continuity of sound with the past which is undeniably beautiful. This DVD provides a glimpse into the world of Celtic music via interviews and performances by many of the best vocalists, both male and female, and modern Celtic bands who have graced the world stage
Interviews are conducted with the Chieftains, Old Blind Dogs, Karen Matheson of Capercaille, Mary Black, Maireade Ni Mhaoinaigh of Altan, Maire Brennan of Clannad, Loreena McKinnett, Seamus Egan, Dougie McLean, Natalie McMaster, Ashley MacIsaac, and John Allen Cameron, plus a few others. These performers demonstrate a wide range of Irish music and regional influence. The music originated in Ireland and Scotland and has passed around the world to Australia and Cape Breton, Canada wherever Irish and Scottish immigrants settled, usually during the 18th and 19th century. Explanations are given by the musicians and vocalists as to early influences on their music and how they developed their unique expressions and personal talent.
The Rankin sisters take the viewer to beautiful green Irish landscapes, seasides, mountains, and villages which form the backdrop to their discussions of this root music. The mysterious and magical qualities of Celtic music originates within the soul and life of the simple, everyday people of Ireland. The rhythmic patterns and repetition of sounds and phrases stirs up primal energy which connects anyone who listens to this eternal sound. The musicians and singers provide insights into the nature and origins of the magic called Celtic music. Mairde Ni Mhaoinaigh explains how in Donnegal where she grew up "twin fiddling" was popular, where two fiddlers would play, one playing an octave higher or lower than the other, providing a blended sound. It was considered rebellious to be playing the fiddle solo. She also tells us how northern Irish music which has an attack due to a staccato playing technique originated from the Scottish, where the northern Irish went to find work. The southerners have a more fluid sound.
John Allen Cameron explains the "caille" which is a house gathering or house party. Relatives and friends would gather in the kitchen, play on instruments, some would sing and others would step dance, however the spirit moved them. Ashley MacIsaac and Natalie McMaster are shown in films from 1992 where they performed in a contest in Cape Breton. Ashley MacIsaac describes himself as a "modern pagan on fire". He states his fiddle playing is "vulgar Celtic", highly energetic and emotionally charged.
Examples of modern choreographed Celtic dancing are shown, contrasted with a black and white film where step-dancing is demonstrated from the 1950s or early 1960s. There is a natural percussion created by dancing feet which sounds like a drum beating. It becomes clearly evident how Irish music connects people with their past. The music captures the harmony of the Irish people with the land, the sea and nature. Celtic music contains a strength and depth which stirs the soul. Often the lyrics are nostalgic and contain an expression of melancholy which moves the emotions of the singer and listener. This DVD is highly recommended. Erika Borsos [pepper flower]
Description of Celtic Tides - A Musical Odyssey
Celtic Tides is a musical and cultural journey from the Old World to the New. It celebrates the best of Celtic music and explores today's vibrant Celtic music and dance scene through 13 exciting performances and many fascinating interviews.
Travel to Ireland, Scotland and Eastern Canada to visit artists such as the Chieftains, Loreena McKennitt, Clannad, Mary Black, Altan, Ashley MacIsacc, Natalie MacMaster, The Rankin Family, Capercaillie, Dougie MacLean, Solas, Mary Jane Lamond and Old Blind Dogs.
These interviews and performances are filmed against the dramatic backdrops of beautiful rugged landscapes, ancient Celtic ruins and windswept ocean shores, revealing the connection between the music and the lands where the music originates.
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