Music and the Celtic otherworld : from Ireland to Iona / Karen Ralls-MacLeod.

Author/creator Ralls, Karen
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : St. Martin's Press, 2000.
Descriptionxi, 211 pages ; 25 cm
Subjects
Celtic music--History and criticism.
Folk music--Europe. --History and criticism.

Contents Special tribute to the late Dr Alan Bruford -- Performers -- Instruments -- Effects -- Places -- Times.
Abstract Many cultures throughout history have made reference to the supernatural or spiritual dimension of music, and Scotland and Ireland are no exception. From the descriptions of the supernatural power of the 'fairy' harp in Elfland in the Scottish ballads to the sacred music of God's Heaven in the Saints' Lives, the Celtic sources provide a rich and varied selection of references to music and its perceived supernatural power and influence. With the increasing popularity of world music and Shamanism today, this important new book is an essential guide to the Celtic dimension of a universal phenomenon. Covering themes close to Irish and Scottish folklore this book explores the universal concept of the spiritual dimension of music. It is also the first ever comprehensive collection of references from Celtic primary source material in translation, including Celtic tales, folklore, ballads, place-lore, saints' lives, poetry and proverbs.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages 196-208) and index.
LCCN 99058858
ISBN0312232411 (cloth)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Music Music Stacks ML3580 .R35 2000 ✔ Available Place Hold