Search - Marita Brake :: The Celtic Rose

One critic states, "While Brake's haunting melodies and evocative lyrics conjure up eerie phantoms reminiscent of "La Belle Dame sans Merci" (John Keats) and "The Highwayman" (Alfred Noyes) her vocals tempt comparison to Loreena McKennitt." Brake's striking vocals and collaborator, Kent Thompson's mystical arranging bring Celtic music to a new cinematic high. It is, at once, symbolic, vibrant, rich and unbelievably unique. The is a new celticity told from the perspective of a romatically gifted Midwesterner. Standout tracks include, "The Celtic Rose", "Standing Stones" and "By The River". This is quality music performed by a woman faithful to the tradition but able to see the future as well.