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 01. "Three reels" 02. "The golden eagle" 03. "Morning galliano" 04. "Professor blackie" 05. "Patricia Kelso's" 06. "Barndances" 07. "Killiecrankie" 08. "Fill'er up for a set!" 09. "Judy's dance" 10. "West bay road" 11. "Tribuute to John Allan" 12. "I can't make you love me"
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| Description: | One of the Maritime provinces most important musical exports and a superstar in the Celtic music world, Natalie MacMaster has built a career on electrifying playing and innovative recordings that stretched the world music genre into contemporary commercial acceptance, selling over 300,000 albums in the process. With award nominations and wins too numerous to count, honourary doctorates and several hall of fame inductions, it's hard to imagine Natalie doing anything but music. But she has somehow managed to raise a family of SEVEN children, who along with husband and fellow fiddler Donnell Leahy, in the past few years captured the imagination of people as a duo, and group act. But after 8 years without a solo album release, the time arrived when Natalie wanted to return to the studio to record a new solo album. Sketches is the result - a fiery collection of traditional tunes and medleys mixed with new compositions teeming with retrospect and legacy as she looks back on the journey of life and career that has brought her to the present. Natalie says, "I have something to say through my fiddle. It'll be a moment of joyous appreciation inspired by years of parenting, marriage, life, friendships, and music. It is a moment during my 47th year of life, my 37th year of fiddling, my 16th year of marriage, my 13th year of parenting. I have chosen one of my very favourite musicians to join me, Tim Edey, an absolute Gem of a player and person."Digisleeve"Sketches" is an expressive CD release by celebrated Cape Breton fiddler Natalie MacMaster, issued by the independent label Linus Entertainment. On this album, MacMaster presents a collection that feels intimate and spontaneous, as if the listener were sitting in on a private session where musical ideas are captured in their purest form. The title "Sketches" reflects the character of the recording: melodic lines, rhythmic patterns and traditional tunes are shaped, layered and refined, yet retain a raw, living energy. Listeners can expect a blend that draws from Cape Breton fiddle traditions, Celtic roots and contemporary folk influences, with driving dance tunes, reflective airs and dynamic arrangements that showcase both virtuosity and emotional depth. The warm, detailed production emphasizes acoustic authenticity and the interplay between fiddle and accompanying instruments, making this CD appealing both to long-time fans of Celtic music and to newcomers seeking an engaging, melody-rich listening experience.
Natalie MacMaster is one of the most recognized ambassadors of Cape Breton and Celtic fiddle music worldwide. Over the course of her career, she has built a reputation for breathtaking technique, infectious rhythmic drive and powerful live performances on international stages. Her discography includes multiple acclaimed albums that have helped bring the sound of Cape Breton to a broad global audience, and she has received numerous awards and honors within the folk and roots music community. MacMaster is also known for her collaborations with leading figures in Celtic and roots music, which have further cemented her status as a key figure in the genre. Her playing on "Sketches" reflects years of artistic maturity: precise yet free, rooted in tradition yet open to modern nuances.
The CD format underlines the album's character as a cohesive listening journey: the track sequence is designed to flow naturally, alternating between energetic sets and quieter, lyrical moments. For collectors and fans, "Sketches" offers a tangible snapshot of where Natalie MacMaster stands artistically at the time of the recording, capturing her unique approach to melody, rhythm and ornamentation.
Linus Entertainment, the label behind this release, is a Canadian independent music company known for working closely with high-caliber artists in roots, jazz, folk and related genres. Focused on artistic integrity and long-term career development, Linus has built a catalog that highlights distinctive musical voices rather than mass-market trends. Their releases are characterized by careful curation, solid production values and an emphasis on quality over volume. With "Sketches," Linus Entertainment provides a platform that supports Natalie MacMaster's artistry, ensuring the music is presented with the sound quality and packaging it deserves while reaching an audience that appreciates finely crafted, musically rich recordings. |
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| No. of tracks: |
12 |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
5704312 |
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