To Belfast..., by Conor Caldwell

To Belfast...

by Conor Caldwell

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1.	Eibhlín a Ruin 04:10		buy track
2.	Let Erin Remember 04:04	info	buy track
3.	Believe me if all those endearing charms 03:34	info	buy track
4.	MS 6 No. 4 03:32	info	buy track
5.	Prelude 04:10	info	buy track
6.	Mabla Sheimh Ini Cheallaigh 03:37	info	buy track
7.	A Walk in the Park 02:08	info	buy track
8.	An Art Revealed 02:35	info	buy track
9.	Bunting at the Belfast Harpers' Festival 1792 02:13	info	buy track

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'To Belfast...' is a progressive take on the music of a bygone period. Stark solo playing is coupled with electronics and loop pedals to unveil new perspectives on the musical foundations of the Belfast. Based on extensive study of the collections of Edward Bunting (1773–1843), the recording is old music, reimagined for new city.

In crossing the boundaries between classical, folk, and electronic musics, as well as new poetry and shimmering soundscapes, 'To Belfast...' plays with the listener's expectations of Irish music and suggests new creative directions for the future.

Recorded by renowned engineer Donal O'Connor at Red Box Studios, Belfast, the record features original poetry from critically acclaimed American writer Tess Taylor, as well as electronics from Belfast musician Kevin McCullagh. The eye-catching cover, created by fiddle player and artist Susan Hughes, focusses on the Assembly Rooms in Belfast, the venue for the 1792 Belfast Harpers' Assembly.

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released May 13, 2018

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Conor Caldwell Belfast, UK

Conor Caldwell is a traditional fiddle player from north Belfast. His music breathes new life into archival treasure, exploring the versatility of his instrument in both solo and ensemble contexts. He performs regularly with pianist Ryan Molloy amongst others and has collaborated in the past with Craobh Rua and the international ensemble, Òran Bagraidh. ... more

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