Maiden’s Prayer by Lisa Lynne
Maiden’s Prayer by Lisa Lynne. © 2001 New Earth Records. Audio CD. Celtic/New Age. 11 Tracks. Total Time: 54:19. Original Release Date: October 2, 2001. [ Purchase ]
Maiden’s Prayer is Lisa Lynne’s debut album with New Earth Records and is a stunning work of art. Accompanying Lisa Lynne on Celtic harp is a superb ensemble of Renaissance (Musica Angelica) and Persian (The Lian Ensemble) musicians and players (performing woodwinds, lute, santour, tar, dulcimer, exotic strings and peaceful world percussion), by which creating a tapestry of richness and splendor.
Beginning with a sprightly traditional Irish tune and moving through a complimentary spectrum of soothing, haunting and melodic soundscapes, Maiden’s Prayer is seamless and exquisite. This album is definitely one to own if the sounds of Loreena McKennitt and Enya rank high in your musical preference.
Track Listing
01. Chanter’s Tune (5:18) – a lively traditional Irish Renaissance tune, adapted by L. Lynne
02. Maiden’s Prayer (4:43) – a soothing melody, written by L. Lynne
03. Eleanor Plunkett (6:35) – a melancholy air, written by Turlough O’Carolan, adapted by L. Lynne
04. Still I Will (be Merry) (4:21) – a sprightly tune, traditional 1609, adapted by L. Lynne
05. Light o’ Love (4:57) – written by Leonard Gibson 1570, adapted by L. Lynne
06. Lauda de Maria Maddalenna (3:34) – a peaceful traditional Italian song, arranged by L. Lynne
07. A Ladie Sweet and Kind (4:23) – a sprightly tune, written by Thomas Ford 1607, arranged by Michael Eagan, adapted by L. Lynne
08. Winter Moon (6:17) – a haunting air, written by L. Lynne
09. I Love My Love (Maid in Bedlam) (4:06) – a traditional tune, adapted by L. Lynne
10. One Wish (5:51) – a lingering tune, written by L. Lynne
11. As Ye Lay In Slumber (Song for Annelyse) (4:01) – a relaxing melody, written by L. Lynne
