Description
Want to expand your pibroch repertoire and get a unique approach to this fascinating musical form from the Scottish Highlands? Then the “Canntaireachd Project” is just right for you!
“Ceòl Mòr” or “Pibroch” – as it is often called – is functional music with deep roots in Scottish cultural heritage. And now you have the chance to discover the Campbell Canntaireachd, one of the largest and most important sources of pibroch with a whopping 168 pieces!
Allan MacDonald of Glenuig and Thomas Zöller set out to raise the profile of the Campbell Canntaireachd. Her publications offer intense research and cultural intuition to bring the manuscript to life.
In each issue of the Canntaireachd project you can expect the following treasures:
- The complete, transcribed Campbell Canntaireachd directly from the original manuscript. You get edits and footnotes that give you a deeper insight into the pieces.
- The conversion of the Canntaireachd into musical notation – here the Canntaireachd is even integrated as “lyrics” under the notes. This way you can grasp the melodies quite intuitively.
- You will be provided with the historical context of each piece to better understand the cultural heritage of this music.
- What would a Canntaireachd project be without the sounds themselves? You get recordings of the Grounds, played by Allan MacDonald, and the Canntaireachd, sung by Thomas Zöller. A real acoustic experience!
- To top it off, there is the complete Pibroch recording by Allan MacDonald to enjoy the complete work in all its glory.
In the current edition 03 “Maol Donn” you will find everything your heart desires: the complete, transcribed and edited Canntaireachd including musical notation and Canntaireachd vocabulary. Plus you get the captivating recording of the complete Pibroch, played by Allan MacDonald, as well as the Ground, sung by Thomas Zöller.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Campbell Canntaireachd and expand your pibroch repertoire. Sign up now for the Canntaireachd project and experience the wonderful beauty of Scottish musical traditions!
