Sounds of the Isles

About the Artist
The artists on the CD are Gayle Torla and her father John Patrick Newman. Gayle Torla (Gayle Newman) was born in New Hampshire and raised to the sounds of Celtic music. From an early age, she remembers her grandfather, Jack Newman picking up his accordion and doing a little step dance on the kitchen floor. Gayle's father John Patrick Newman was born in Newfoundland, Canada and came to the United States with his family as a teen-ager. John Patrick Newman and his father played Celtic music together in New Hampshire for many years as a way of continuing their family tradtions, as well as remembering home. Just before Gayle's grandfather died, he handed his accordion to Gayle (who was 16 at the time), and she took the accordion, not realizing that he was litterally passing the music on to her. A month later, Gayle began to play the Irish button box, carrying on the musical traditions. She later added tin whistle, and bagpipes to her collection of instruments. Gayle! and her dad John Patrick found themselves playing for friends and family and soon professionaly. Their music has not only brought incredible meaning to their lives but they have touched many lives with their music as they have performed around New England.

Product Description
Sounds of the Isles is a breathtaking CD composed of 19 instrumental tunes. It features the captivating sounds of the Tin Whistle with traditional tunes of Ireland and Scotland. Through the sounds of the Tin Whistle, the melodies conjure up images of the fields, mountains, and scenery of the isles. The Tin Whistle is accompanied by the guitar, keyboards and accordion. The album features a newly released tune, written by Gayle Torla, (artist on the cover) titled "Let Love Guide Your Heart". Track 7, "The Tall Ships" was co-written by Gayle Torla and her father John Newman. The tunes on this Album are a soothing collection of traditional Celtic tunes that capture the heart of the isles.

Sounds of the Isles,Sounds of the Isles,Sounds of the Isles,Sounds of the Isles is a breathtaking CD composed of 19 instrumental tunes. It features the captivating sounds of the Tin Whistle with traditional tunes of Ireland and Scotland.

Average customer rating: Richard Searles A Ritual and Tourney Must

Ancient Isles Richard Searles Manufacturer: Earthbeat! ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | New Age | Styles | Music New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music | Ambient | Celtic | Environmental | General | International | Jazz | Meditation Music | Piano | World Dance Celtic | Europe | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Earth Quest Celtic Cross Scarborough Faire Emerald Castles Dance of the Renaissance ASIN: B000008PR1 Release Date: 1993-10-01

Tracks:

1. The Storm
2. Lament
3. The Searcher
4. Ancient Isles
5. Sylvan Revels
6. The Coronation
7. The Shaman
8. Song of the Wind
9. Emerald Dream
10. Sheltering Stones
11. Elfin Dance

Album Description

A mesmerizing journey, weaving acoustic instruments, exotic percussion and environmental sounds into a tapestry of breathtaking musical images.

Customer Reviews:

Richard Searles.......2001-10-12

This is an amazing album. The music is relaxing, inspiring, incredibly mystical. Richard Searles is a guitarist who creates a charming mix of elemental sounds with celtic melodies. It's beautiful music. I play it while studying, working, anytime I need serenity. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for beautiful instrumental music.

A Ritual and Tourney Must.......2001-05-09

This is an excellent album to leave on repeat! I have used it for ritual work including two handfastings for which it was specifically requested. I also like to leave this on quietly while on site during the lazy hours of the afternoon at SCA events. Perfect for relaxing at home as well. A real work of research to be enjoyed over and over...

Average customer rating: Hits the Heart...

Sounds of the Isles Gayle Torla and John Patrick Newman Manufacturer: Sounds of the Isles ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Celtic | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00008WM5M Release Date: 2002-12-15

Tracks:

1. Sally Gardens
2. Hills of Donegal
3. Loch Lomond
4. Let Love Guide Your Heart
5. Will Ye Go Lassie Go
6. Mingulay Bay
7. The Tall Ships
8. Bonnie Strathyre
9. Boolavogue
10. Toora Loora Loora
11. Fanny Power
12. Cliffs of Dooneen
13. Danny Boy
14. Skye Boat
15. A Mother's Love's a Blessing
16. Maggie
17. The Water's Wide
18. Amazing Grace
19. The Tall Ships-final farewell

Album Description

Sounds of the Isles is a breathtaking CD composed of 19 instrumental tunes. It features the captivating sounds of the Tin Whistle with traditional tunes of Ireland and Scotland. Through the sounds of the Tin Whistle, the melodies conjure up images of the fields, mountains, and scenery of the isles. The Tin Whistle is accompanied by the guitar, keyboards and accordion. The album features a newly released tune, written by Gayle Torla, (artist on the cover) titled "Let Love Guide Your Heart". Track 7, "The Tall Ships" was co-written by Gayle Torla and her father John Newman. The tunes on this Album are a soothing collection of traditional Celtic tunes that capture the heart of the isles.

Customer Reviews:

Hits the Heart..........2003-03-24

I purchased the cd for my grandfather. I sat down and watched him as he heard it for the first time. I thought for sure with everything going on in his life he woud be hit hard by the sounds of Amazing Grace. However when Maggie played, his eyes closed and he grabed my hand. This is the song he used to sing to his grandmother when he was a little boy. Oh the memories the cd gave him. He tells me he listens to it at least once a day. It is wonderful.

You will not be disapointed in this cd.

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