Prepare yourself for an emotional rollercoaster, from the almost mournful airs to the joy of the reels. Bruce has composed 11 of the tunes on this recording, but hasn’t lost any of the traditional “oldie” feel. Being a jigs and reels lover myself I found this CD a bit sedate at first - definitely a grower, but excellent nevertheless. I’m sure it will hit the spot for most – I’m sure my old pal Wattie will love it! It’s note perfect and solid, he is a truly magnificent player, the strathspeys are wonderful, quite a rarity; anyone who plays fiddle will know how difficult and downright frustrating they are to play! (I believe his tutor, the late Donald Riddell, was a stickler for perfection and forced a young Bruce to go over and over the bowing technique for hours on end!) Kirsty Robson, Living Tradition
Musicians:- Bruce MacGregor - fiddle Jonny Hardie - guitar, fiddle Phil Cunningham - accordion, piano, whistle Ingrid Henderson - piano, harp Kris Drever - bass Christine Hanson - cello Marc Clement - guitar Paul Jennings - percussion Liza Mulholland - piano Chaz Stewart - electric guitar Mary Ann Kennedy - vocals Arthur Cormack - vocals Maggie MacDonald - vocals
Media Reviews
This isn't just good it's superb. It knocks almost any other contemporary fiddle record you can think of into a cocked hat for vibrancy, delicacy and power. I've listened to a lot of fiddle records. This is easily the most enjoyable I've ever heard"
Some of the most versatile fiddling coming from Scotland in recent times.
A cornucopia of respeldant playing inventive arrangements and original tunes.
Customer Reviews
Patience Kirsty U
I wonderful album that grows on you the more you listen to it. Just have a little patience and you'll come to love this album.
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