I was skeptical at first when I bought this CD (mainly due to my then-obsession
with anything related to the Arthurian saga) and was unsure what to expect. I
wasn't sure whether simple instruments and vocals would be able to capture the
essence of the famed Merlin and the tragic tale of King Arthur, but I was pleasantly
surprised by the depth and power inherent within this CD.
The girls of Alkaemy have managed to create a resounding, enchanting sound that
carries with it all the fabled storytelling power of the ancient bards, who's stories
have captivated audiences throughout the centuries with their lyrical expression
and tales of gods and heroes. Le Morte D'Arthur, Faerie Entertainer's, Nimue's
Lament and the Mystery are four of the most compelling tracks on the CD and through
them many facets of the Arthurian saga are brought to life. The rest of the CD is just
as good, but those four songs are the ones that clearly stand out in my thought.
The Merlin Mystery did not let me down, and it certainly will not let
any other listener down, either!.
Tracklist:
01. Wizardry
02. Le Morte d'Arthur
03. Nimve's Lament (vocal version)
04. Stonehenge (Eighteen)
05. Faerie Entertainers
06. Winter
07. Uther
08. Legend of the Stone
09. The Wand of Alchemy
10. Enchantment
11. The Cave
12. Nimve's Lament (TRUE instrumental)
13. The Mystery
14. Dream Sweet King
Details:
Contributing artists: Miriam Stockley
Producer: Julia Taylor-Stanley
Album notes:
Alkaemy: Shelagh (vocals); Julia Taylor-Stanley (piano); Sheryle Gwynfar.
Additional personnel includes: Miriam Stockley.
Personnel: Miriam Stockley (vocals, background vocals);
Alison Taylor (violin, viola); Ian Lynn (programming).
Arrangers: Ian Lynn; Miriam Stockley.
UNIKAT. Album od dawna niedostępny w oficjalnej
dystrybucji, jest to tzw. "out of print" cd.
STAN: okładki w stanie praktycznie idealnym,
jak nowe. płyta w stanie bardzo dobrym.
