URLOUGH O’ CAROLAN was the most famous of all the Irish harper-composers of his day, and his music continues to be the most popular ever composed for the harp in Ireland. It affords a great deal of scope to the creativity of the individual performer, since only Carolan’s melodies survive. This book - the second in a series devoted to the authentic performance of all forms of traditional Irish music on the harp - contains original arrangements of 24 of Carolan’s beautiful tunes, informed by Máire's knowledge both of the native Irish harp tradition and of baroque forms.

These harp arrangements originally appeared on Máire’s critically-acclaimed 1994 CD with Chris Newman, The Carolan Albums (Old Bridge Music OBMCD06). Click here to see a full page of reviews.

“If Máire wasn’t around, Irish harping would be so much the poorer: her work restores the harp to its true voice." - The Irish Times (Ireland)

"A masterpiece of virtuosity: an enticing introduction to the elegant, Italian-influenced music of Turlough O' Carolan. A must for any folk-related collection." - The Daily Telegraph (England)

“Máire’s deep understanding of the music, combined with technical skill & passion mark her out as the foremost modern interpreter of Carolan.” - Taplas (Wales)

"A magnificent collection from two superlative musicians. In a plethora of Carolan records, this is the best.” - Folk on Tap (England)

Contents:
Carolan's Draught; John O'Connor; Colonel John Irwin (Planxy Irwin); Hewlett; Máire Dhall (Blind Mary); Lord Inchiquin; Morgan Magan; Sí Bheag's Sí Mhor; The Princess Royal; John Drury; Fanny Power; Carolan's Concerto; Maurice O'Connor; Constantine Maguire; Mr O'Connor; Robert Jordan; Bridget Cruise; Frank Palmer; Grace Nugent; George Brabazon; Kean O'Hara; Madam Judge; Eleanor Plunkett; Baptist Johnston