Nightnoise

1. Nightnoise

2. 19a - Billy Oskay

3. Bridges

4. False Spring

5. Duo

6. City Nights

7. After Five

8. Menucha (A Place With Water)

9. American Lass

10. Cricket's Wicket

Nightnoise,Nightnoise,Windham Hill Records,Chamber Jazz,Ethnic Fusion,Jazz Music,Neo-Classical,New Age / Meditation,Pop

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Average customer rating: Nightnoise Pure

Pure Nightnoise Nightnoise Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: At the End of the Evening Pure Shadowfax Shadow of Time Pure Will Ackerman Pure Liz Story ASIN: B000FNO1DY Release Date: 2006-06-27

Tracks:

1. Fionnghuala (Mouth Music)
2. Night In That Land
3. At The Races
4. Something of Time
5. Hugh
6. The March Air
7. The Swan
8. Silky Flanks
9. Bleu
10. Wiggy Wiggy
11. Morning In Madrid
12. The 19A
13. Mind The Dresser
14. The Courtyard
15. Toys Not Ties
16. Three Little Nieces

Customer Reviews:

Nightnoise Pure.......2007-03-13

This is a very good compilation of Nightnoise music. A very good cd..

Average customer rating: Wonderful Music from an oustanding group A wonder of musical poetry why add Triona? Absolutely astounding, through and through Favorite of my Autumn rotation

At the End of the Evening Nightnoise Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Shadow of Time Something of Time Pure Nightnoise A Different Shore White Horse Sessions ASIN: B000000NH8 Release Date: 1997-04-29

Tracks:

1. Windell
2. Of A Summer Morn
3. Hugh
4. Jaunting
5. The Courtyard
6. 'Bring Me Back A Song'
7. Snow On High Ground
8. At The Races
9. Forgotten Carnival
10. The Cuillin Hills
11. Her Kansas Sun
12. End Of The Evening
13. The Swan

Customer Reviews:

Wonderful Music from an oustanding group.......2005-08-16

This CD has some hauntingly beautiful tracks, and some beautiful melody's that are just wonderful. You won't regret purchasing this CD.

A wonder of musical poetry.......2004-06-14

Maybe the deepest effort for Nightnoise, 'At the End of the Evening' shows how intense and emotional soft melodies and moods can be. The first song, 'Windell', is a very interesting cycling melody with a lot of Celtic taste and very nature-evocating. 'Hugh' is a very emotional and warm piano melody, that brings you a lot of memories when you hear it again times after, and the best song of the album for me is clearly 'Her Kansas Sun'. The American fiddlist Billy Oskay is the one of the band who steps further from Celtic styles and dares to bring other jazzy or maybe new agey flavours. This song is strangely and beautifully composed and played just like everything from the guy and reaches the top of my expectations for music... By the way, I agree to another writer in saying that Triona's voice sometimes sounds a little annoying and forced... also don't like so much the song that gives the title to the album.

The last song is another magic artwork, and it's called 'The Swan'. After one almost ordinary and common acoustic guitar riff it comes an ethereal flute and sweet fiddle that construct a dreamy tune that repeats like a merry-go-round and gives a very sentimental and special end to the album. This is music poetry, mostly if you play it "at the end of the evening" :)

why add Triona?.......2004-01-19

When I first played the first Nightnoise album, I remember feeling that I had finally found the music I had been seeking; that which evoked images of the Irish countryside. The first 2 albums were perfect and would be rated 5 stars. Beautiful instrumentals which allowed me to visualize my own personal scenes. Then, the singer with the ultra-fast, annoying vibrato was added. The group was never the same and the CDs no longer perfect. It's so seldom I find recording artists that I want to play frequently and eagerly anticipate their next release. I feel angry that this joy has been denied me. Nightnoise, return to the original group and record at least one more CD.

Absolutely astounding, through and through.......2003-11-11

I'm amazed there are a paltry 6 reviews for this masterpiece, which for me has transcended time and space, remaining one of the most timeless, enjoyable albums I've ever heard, years and years and years after most other albums would have been tossed aside.

This album is worth mention for many reasons, but the standout for me is the song "Snow on High Ground"--unquestionably the most moving song I have ever had the privelege of listening to. Unbelievably sad, unbelievably touching, and still as stunningly beautiful as the first time I listened to it. This is the song I want played at my funeral--the song I wish everyone on earth could listen to, just once.

Do yourself a favor and pick this up; Hugh, Her Kansas Sun, Windell, At the Races, and The Courtyard are all quite excellent, and Snow on High Ground may be one of the best songs I've ever heard. Also check out Nightnoise's album "A Different Shore", more even in terms of quality as well as being far more excitingly crafted (much lusher sound than this)!

Everyone should hear Nightnoise. Don't hesitate to drop this in your cart!

Favorite of my Autumn rotation.......2003-10-15

I was first introduced to Nightnoise via the early Windham Hill "Winter Solstice" compilations. "At the End of the Evening" is the first Nightnoise I ever purchased, and I have been in love with it ever since. I'm a seasonal-music kind of gal, and this CD is the favorite in my Autumn rotation. Soulful, stirring, profound ... words are really inadequate to describe the emotions this music evokes.

Average customer rating: Timeless classic So relaxing... perfect after a long stressful day! Excellent CD. Fine Christmas Collection! The last "good" Winter's Solstice

A Winter's Solstice, Vol. 4 Steve Erquiaga , Oystein Sevag , Paul McCandless , Michael Manring , Nightnoise , Will Ackerman , Barbra Higbie , Mike Marshall , Modern Mandolin Quartet , and Various Windham Hill Artists Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ambient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Vocal Jazz General | Vocal Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music General | Compilations | New Age | Styles | Music Solo Instrumental | New Age | Styles | Music 1980s | By Decade | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Holiday Music | Compilations | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music 1980-1989 | Decades | Compilations | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music General Christmas | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Opera & Vocal | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Pop Vocal | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music General | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Space Rock | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Electronic | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Holiday Music | Miscellaneous | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Holiday Music | Miscellaneous | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | New Age General | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | New Age General | New Age | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music General | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Alternative Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Country | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Dance & DJ | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 International | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Jazz | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music General Christmas | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music $7 - $10 | Today's Deals | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music Pop Vocal | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music Similar Items: A Winter's Solstice III A Winter's Solstice II A Winter's Solstice, Vol. 5 A Winter's Solstice, Vol. 6 A Winter's Solstice: Silver Anniversary Edition ASIN: B000000NJZ Release Date: 1993-08-24

Tracks:

1. Carol Of The Bells - Windham Hill Artists
2. Silent Night - Steve Erquiaga
3. Crystal Palace - Oystein Sevag
4. Winter Bourne - Paul McCandless
5. Dona Nobis Pacem - Michael Manring
6. Wexford Carol - Nightnoise
7. Just Before Dawn - Will Ackerman
8. We Three Kings - Barbra Higbie
9. Angels We Have Heard On High - Mike Marshall
10. Sheep May Safely Graze - Modern Mandolin Quartet
11. Trumpet Tune - Alex De Grassi
12. Three Candles - Scott
13. The Rain From The Four Seasons - Turtle Island String Quartet
14. Christmas Hymn - Billly Childs
15. Asleep The Snow Came Flying - Tim Story

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In 1993, Windham Hill Records released its fourth album of seasonal music recorded by the label's artists and unavailable in any other collection. Only a few of the tracks on A Winter's Solstice IV lend credence to the label's unfair stereotype as the home for new age background music. Many of the musicians come from such respected jazz bands as Oregon and the Freddie Hubbard Quartet, and from such respected folk bands as the David Grisman Quartet. Several tackle such classical pieces as Bach's "Sheep May Safely Graze" (the Modern Mandolin Quartet), Purcell's "Trumpet Tune" (solo guitarist Alex de Grassi) and Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" (the Turtle Island String Quartet). From Liz Story's "Carol of the Bells" to Nightnoise's "Wexford Carol," this is rigorous instrumental music for the most part, no matter how quiet and pretty it may seem at first listen. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

Timeless classic.......2006-10-12

This is superb music, and that it is supposed to be "Christmas" music is almost beside the point. Yeah, it wouldn't be Christmas without it, but for me this disc can be a salve against the hostilities of an uncaring world. Such "therapy" need not always take place in December.

So relaxing... perfect after a long stressful day!.......2005-12-01

Windham Hill artists have a long tradition of coming up with very relaxing, chill renditions of holiday favorites as well as their own original seasonal music. All the music on this album brings to mind the most peaceful images of the winter season - a warming fire away from the bleak chill of winter; a snowy winter wonderland; simply being with the people you love most. This album is perfect for a quite evening away from anything and everything.

Excellent CD........2005-09-04

Continuing in the beautiful series of Winter's Solstice music, this CD contains traditional and non-traditional Christmas music. However, it should be played year around for its soothing and beautiful sounds.

Fine Christmas Collection!.......2004-12-15

The Windham Hill series (Winter Solstice) fhas been outstanding, featuring a sampling of their artists. You get a wide range of performers (Nightnoise, Turtle Island String Quartet, etc.) that you might not run into otherwise. The result is a superior collection for the holiday season, but not so overtly Christmas that you can't play it at other times.
I particularly like Øystein Sevåg's contribution. I can't rave enough about the beauty of these pieces. It's wonderful to play while entertaining, or to get you in the Christmas-card-writing mood, or just sit and soak it up while gazing at your twinkling tree lights.

The last "good" Winter's Solstice .......2004-11-06

The first four Winter's Solstice recordings are simply outstanding. Unfortunately, something about the series went suddenly wrong starting with Vol. 5.

Back to Vol. 4. I'm particularly fond of Øystein Sevåg's piece. The ensemble's Carol of the Bell's is great, too--great bass and piano, especially.

Vol. 2 remains my favorite of the series. I live in California, but when I play it late at night, it feels like there's a fresh blanket of snow around my house.

Average customer rating: Great Album want more From a ticket in my pocket to a different shore. A Different Shore? Try Dimension. Celtic New Age From Oregon

A Different Shore Nightnoise Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music Celtic New Age | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: White Horse Sessions At the End of the Evening Shadow of Time Something of Time The Parting Tide ASIN: B000000NKT Release Date: 1995-05-09

Tracks:

1. Call Of The Child
2. For Eamonn
3. Falling Apples
4. The Busker On The Bridge
5. Morning In Madrid
6. Another Wee Niece
7. A Different Shore
8. Mind The Dresser
9. Clouds Go By
10. Shuan

Customer Reviews:

Great Album.......2006-03-20

I have had this CD for nearly ten years. I still listen to it regularly. I can't think of a better endorsement than that. Listen to it a few times, it doesn't sound like much, but it's one of those albums that you'll crave. It's comforting, unpretentious and possitively one of my favorite albums of all time. You could probably download it somewhere, but honestly it's one of those CDs that is actually worth paying for.

want more.......2005-11-04

I picked up this CD at the library last week. Have listed to it about 15 times. Yes, I like it. I'm new to this type of music so I can't speak in specifics. Anyway, I came here looking for more and was disheartend to read a review which claimed this is by far their best CD. Anyone disagree?

From a ticket in my pocket to a different shore........2005-01-04

Years ago I went to a Windham Hill Concert around Christmas time. I was especially taken with Night Noise and after recently rooting through my pockets before going to Goodwill I found the ticket stub to this concert, I kept the ticket and forwarded the sport coat to a good cause. I found my Different Shore CD and was impressed on how well it stood up to the test of time. I printed the cover of the CD and hung it on my fridge so as not to forget this band and the memories it evokes, not only of the music but my trip to Eire. Great music for all time.

A Different Shore? Try Dimension........2004-04-16

How on earth do they do it? These gifted folk, clearly not of this world, have managed to create a hybrid of chamber music and Celtic jazz that mesmerizes and transports the listener to another realm. Every cut manages to portray a different mood, to tell a story, or to paint a watercolor landscape,all undeniably and distinctly Nightnoise. It is not uncomon for a melody to start in one direction, and like a shifting breeze carry you into another direction entirely, yet almost without your awareness of it. These musicians are beguiling storytellers, and in the Irish tradition create a world where myth and reality are not so easily defined. "For Eamon" is sensitive venerable and heroic, "Mind the Dresser" full of fun, "Morning in Madrid" sensual and full of beauty; "A Different Shore" is haunting.
There are times when Triona's voice seems thin, but there is so much value in the words she is singing that you will grasp at their sensitive and eternal beauty despite the pale quality of the voice.
This album is the perfect accompaniment to sketching, painting, writing, for it so soon takes you to the sacred place of creativity.
"Nightnoise" is so very apt a name, for they are quite the dream spinners.

Celtic New Age From Oregon.......2003-08-02

Different Shore has a solid 38 minutes of great Celtic instrumental music. Nightnoise members are from Ireland, but recorded in the state of Oregon. My favorite tracks are mainly the ones with flute, fiddle, etc. laid over an acoustic guitar strumming rythmn. Highlights are:

"Call Of The Child" - mellow acoustic guitar with flute melody
"For Eamonn" - synthesizer and whistle play lilting Irish ballad
"The Busker On The Bridge" - upbeat acoustic guitar strumming with bouncy accordion, flute, etc. (my favorite on this album),
"A Different Shore" - a soft ballad, bass flute melody begins it with acoustic guitar picking in the background, then fiddle takes over the main line in the middle section, and then bass flute, flute, etc.
"Mind The Dresser" - based on bouncy piano line, joined by flute, middle section changes rythmn and has some nice background vocals
"Clouds Go By" - relaxing midtempo piece, goes by easily, starts off with accordion backed by acoustic guitar, joined by fiddle then piano
"Shuan" - ballad, features flutes over quiet acoustic guitar, a great ending to this album.

Average customer rating: Relaxing, Celtic-inspired music with a style all its own! Beautiful Celtic music

The Parting Tide Nightnoise Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music Celtic New Age | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: A Different Shore Shadow of Time At the End of the Evening White Horse Sessions Something of Time ASIN: B000000NHZ Release Date: 1990-09-25

Tracks:

1. Bleu
2. An Irish Carol
3. Jig Of Sorts
4. Through The Castle Garden
5. Island Of Hope And Tears
6. The Kid In The Cot
7. The Tryst
8. Snow Is Lightly Falling
9. The Abbot

Customer Reviews:

Relaxing, Celtic-inspired music with a style all its own!.......2006-09-30

From jazzy and jaunty to elegantly wistful, Nightnoise lends a unique sound to Celtic music that is different than any I'm familiar with, except perhaps for some songs from the group Relativity (which, of course, includes two of Nightnoise's members). Both groups make liberal use of electronic keyboards from the "early days,"--a little tinny and tinkly, perhaps, but proudly played like pianos and showcased for what they are (rather than trying to emulate every acoustic instrument and movie sound effect under the sun). Add to this ambience some mellow guitar, lilting violin, wistful accordion, and a pleasant array of flutes, pipes and whistles, and you have the recipe for some of the most pleasingly and authentic-sounding New Age / Celtic fusion I've come across. Okay--with all the variations that keep developing within the genre, I'm not sure one can actually define "authentic" New Age, but when I say it, I mean that elusive combination of gently creative compositions with enough of an electronic ambience to qualify as "new," but without overpowering the timeless, relaxing qualities of the acoustic leads. That--at least from producers like Windham Hill and Narada--is New Age to me, and the distinctive, gently rambling music of Nightnoise fits the description perfectly! Full of heart, spark and appeal, yet still mellow enough to relax me, "The Parting Tide" is a favorite album of mine. The group is made up of brother and sister Micheal O Domhnaill (guitar, keyboards and backing vocals) and Triona Ni Dhomhnaill (keyboards, accordion and lead vocals), violinist and keyboardist Billy Oskay, and flutist Brian Dunning. Check out their other albums too, such as "Something of Time" and "Nightnoise: A Windham Hill retrospective."

Beautiful Celtic music.......2001-01-11

If you are looking for simple lyrics and a gentle Celtic sound, you've come to the right CD. The Tryst has a slow and uplifting but slightly melancholy sound, while the piano on Through The Castle Garden builds into the song beautifully. Snow Is Lightly Falling features the singer's lovely voice and longing lyrics that suit the title.

Somehow, even the light-hearted A Jig Of Sorts manages to blend nicely with the rest of the CD. My favorite I think must be The Abbot, it is very Celtic sounding and lifts one all at once away. Occasionally I feel the music is jilting, but I believe that repeated listenings will smooth that away. Otherwise, I have no complaints, for some soft music with Ireland in the heart, this is a good album.

Average customer rating: This CD is definitely worth any money you spend on it!!! : ) Wondeful!! A lively and lovely set of well-burnished tunes WOW! The best for last....

White Horse Sessions Nightnoise Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: A Different Shore Shadow of Time At the End of the Evening Something of Time A Windham Hill Retrospective ASIN: B000000NLS Release Date: 1997-01-14

Tracks:

1. Silky Flanks
2. Shadow Of Time
3. Jig Of Sorts
4. Shuan
5. Do We
6. Murdo Of The Moon
7. Hugh
8. Moondance
9. Heartwood
10. The Cricket's Wicket
11. Night In That Land
12. At The Races

Customer Reviews:

This CD is definitely worth any money you spend on it!!! : ).......2005-01-25

I have had this cd ever since 1999 and i have listened to it and never stopped. The music you get on this cd is definitely a value at any price. I really think if you have an interest in classical or new age, you should definitely try this. It kind of blends them both together with a celtic twist. If you have ever listened to other cds by nightnoise and this one isn't in your collection, i definitely think you should buy it. Whenever I am feeling stressed or if i have homework, i listen to it. It helps me concentrate and relieves my stress. The music on this cd is very beautiful. I for certainly think that you should add it to your collection as soon as possible. And if you already have it and enjoy it, i am sure you know what i am talking about...

Wondeful!!.......2003-01-20

This CD is wonderful to listen to! I have been a fan of Celtic music for many years, but only recently did I discover Nightnoise. Their music combines fiddle, piano, flute, and whistle to create compelling and complex music. "Hugh" stands out to me as the most beautiful track, possibly because of its deceptive simplicity. However, the haunting flute melodies also are exquisite. If you are looking for a great CD of less traditional Celtic music, "White Horse Sessions" is for you!

A lively and lovely set of well-burnished tunes.......2002-08-28

This CD is a gem, revealing Nightnoise in a different light as they stretch out their considerable playing skills in this live recording. The tracks sparkle with energy and exhibit the musical cohesion possible only when a crew of seasoned veterans are at their creative peak.

The music, often called a fusion of traditional Irish music, jazz, and chamber music, sounds refreshing and invigorating. The opening track, Silky Flanks, sets the stage with everyone kicking in great licks and solos (I especially like the flute and whistles of Brian Dunning). Shadow of Time rendered live loses nothing of its tenderness, and if anything, the vocals of Triona Ni Dhomhnaill are more sadly bittersweet here than on the studio CD bearing this name. Michael O'Dhomhnaill's gifted guitar anchors the whole session, and Johnny Cunningham play fiddle with abandoned restraint, that is, he provides a dose of flair when needed but does not lapse into the sort of prolonged, irritating solos many otherwise fine fiddlers fall prey to on live recordings.

I suppose that one could make a case for including other tracks here, but except for their version of Moondance, I'm not sure I could sacrifice what's here for anything more (I think I've heard this song too many times, too many ways).

If indeed the "White Horse Sessions" marks the terminus for Nightnoise, then there can be no better exclamation point on what was a stellar run of some 14 years and 7 recordings.

WOW!.......2000-12-09

I bought this CD several years ago when I was just getting into the Irish/Celtic sound. Today it still ranks among the best. It is a shame to see the group is no longer recording but with many other recordings available, I'll not be at a loss.

The best for last...........2000-03-18

I agree completely with the 'Dirty Linen' review. Personally, I would have preferred a few tracks replaced with others (as one often longs with 'live' or 'best of' CD's), however some of the key (in my book) classics such as 'Hugh', 'The Crickets Wicket' and 'Silky Flanks' made it on. Anyhow, the mix works to catch the many moods of Nightnoise.

The appropriate follow up to my praise of this CD is to say that this longtime Nightnoise fan hated to see 'it' end. I can only pray for a reunion tour or something - saw them years ago (late 80's), and these true masters of the celtic-laced new-agish sound are the best of the best.

This live CD adds yet another dimension to the Nightnose sound, and is a must-get for fans. For newcomers, this works as well as a fine introduction to what Nighnoise is all about - although I hate to say that the 'Retrospective' CD is just as -if not more- enjoyable - mainly because they had a terrific blend of the studio numbers I had been in love with for years.

Average customer rating: Beautiful and Relaxing Celtic At It's Best Beautiful Music A Soul Touching CD Really nice tunes, great variety of performers

Celtic Twilight, Vol. 2 Nightnoise , Bill Douglas , and John Doan Manufacturer: Hearts of Space ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ambient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Irish Folk | Traditional British & Celtic Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Scottish Folk | Traditional British & Celtic Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Celtic Folk | Traditional British & Celtic Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Britain | British Isles | Europe | International | Styles | Music Ireland | British Isles | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Celtic | International | Styles | Music New Age | Celtic | International | Styles | Music Fusion | Celtic | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music Traditional Jazz General | Traditional Jazz & Ragtime | Jazz | Styles | Music Celtic New Age | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | Compilations | New Age | Styles | Music Folk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Electronic | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music 1990s | By Decade | Pop | Styles | Music 1990-1999 | Decades | Compilations | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music General | Blues | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Celtic Soul Celtic Legacy: A Global Celtic Journey Celtic Odyssey The Celtic Circle: Legendary Music from a Mystic World Celtic Spirit ASIN: B000000X8D Release Date: 1995-08-29

Tracks:

1. For Eamonn - Nightnoise
2. Highstep - Bill Douglas
3. The Journey Home - John Doan
4. Tonight My Sleep Will Be Restless - Alasdair Fraser & Paul Machlis
5. Women Of Ireland - Deiseal
6. The Hills Of Home - Kevin Braheny & Tim Clark
7. Scotland The Brave - Steve McDonald
8. Sons Of Eisnech - Mychael Danna
9. The Black Rose - Joanie Madden
10. Snow - Loreena McKennitt
11. The MacKenzie Lullaby - Talitha MacKenzie
12. Inishbofin - Robert Leon
13. Wayfarer - Jeff Johnson & Brian Dunning

Product Description

1. For Eamonn - Nightnoise
2. Highstep - Bill Douglas
3. Journey Home, The - John Doan
4. Tonight My Sleep Will Be Restless - Alasdair Fraser/Paul Machlis
5. Women Of Ireland - Deiseal
6. Hills Of Home, The - Kevin Braheny/Tim Clark
7. Scotland The Brave - Steve McDonald
8. Sons Of Eisnech - Mychael Danna
9. Black Rose, The - Joanie Madden
10. Snow - Loreena McKennitt
11. MacKenzie Lullaby, The - Talitha MacKenzie
12. Inishbofin - Robert Leon
13. Wayfarer - Jeff Johnson/Brian Dunning

Format: CD

Customer Reviews:

Beautiful and Relaxing.......2006-11-04

In a world where everything is meant to keep you on edge this CD was such a welcome relief. You sit and listen to the music and you're enjoying it for the music and all of a sudden you realize you're more relaxed than you've been in a long time. Love it.

Celtic At It's Best.......2003-08-18

I find after a stressful day, this celtic music is very relaxing and soothing. I cannot wait to hear the others. I highly recommend it!

Beautiful Music.......2000-11-23

I for one thoroughly enjoyed this CD. I bought it when I was around the age of 8 or 9, now I'm 14, and I've loved listening to it all thsi time. Especially the song with Loreena McKennitt, Snow. Such a gorgeous tune! I've enjoyed this CD for the past 5 or 6 years, and when I started learning the fiddle, I taught myself how to play Inishbofin when I was bored visiting a friend of the family. Everyone should at least give this CD a try, especially if you love celtic music.

A Soul Touching CD.......1999-11-06

I bought this cd two years ago. I can still listen to it over and over. Often, I play it while I pray. It allows me to focus on Christ because the music touches my soul. For a moment, I can set aside the stress and business of life and talk with my savior. Buy this cd, you will not be disappionted.

Really nice tunes, great variety of performers.......1999-05-09

Robert Leon's number on this CD, called Inishbofin, is an absolutely beautiful song. Other works by John Doan, Loreena McKennitt and Mychael Danna (who are all at the top of my list of favorite artists) make this an excellent CD overall.

Average customer rating: Elegant jazz with Celtic flavor and New Age sensibility Delicious A Time-less Masterpiece One to keep around always.

Something of Time Nightnoise Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: At the End of the Evening Shadow of Time A Different Shore White Horse Sessions Pure Nightnoise ASIN: B00000AF3L Release Date: 1998-08-25

Tracks:

1. Timewinds
2. Perchance To Dream
3. The Erebus And The Terror
4. On The Deep
5. Hourglass
6. Shadows On A Dancefloor
7. Wiggy Wiggy
8. Tundra Summer
9. Apres-Midi
10. Something Of Time
11. Toys Not Ties
12. I Still Remember
13. One For The Lad

Customer Reviews:

Elegant jazz with Celtic flavor and New Age sensibility.......2006-09-30

A winding road through complex improvisations, experimental rhythms and irregular phrasing, "Something of Time" is a sophisticated and interesting fusion album. Primarily mellow and moody in tone, this CD nonetheless falls closer to the jazz or modern classical end of the spectrum than the New Age, and is "Celtic" only by virtue of the fact that some of the instruments and musicians are Irish. The duo of Billy Oskay on violin, and Micheal O Domhnaill on guitars and keyboards weaves a subtle, magic spell with their freeform compositions, often enhanced by the flutes and whistles of Brian Dunning. Keyboardist Triona Ni Dhomhnaill, later to become a regular with the group, appears here in only one song. The meandery, jazzy unpredictability of this music is what makes it fascinating, though at times this quality can also render it a little unapproachable and hard to relax to. If you're looking for simple, boring music to lull you into a meditative state, this definitely isn't it, and likewise don't look here for traditional Celtic favorites. But for a unique and elegantly honest statement of creative imagination, "Something of Time" is a good pick. I especially enjoy the group's use of harpsichord and exploration of its different voicings in #9, the reflective "Apres-Midi." For more gentle, innovative, intelligent fusion music, try the other albums of Nightnoise, as well as those by Orion, Maggie Sansone, and Axiom of Choice. And for another take on integrating the harpsichord into modern music, check out "Fresh Aire IV" by Mannheim Steamroller.

Delicious.......2004-06-14

Maybe the best Nightnoise work along with 'Parting Tide' and 'At the End of the Evening', this is a highly evocative collection of moody and reflective Celtic, instrumental themes full of subtleness, technical quality and high spiritual pretentions, resulting in the sweetest and most magical soft music you've ever heard. The opener 'Timewinds' is a very uplifting tune in the very mood of Mike Oldfield, if leaded by superb fiddle by Billy Oskay, sadly out of the band now. 'Perchance to Dream' is one of the softest and purest melodies you'll ever hear and grey and misty 'Hourglass' recalls the passing of time in a little Irish country village, with a sense of joy and hope at the end. 'Tundra Summer' sounds ominous and transcendental and 'I Still Remember' sounds adventurous and full of feeling.

'Something of Time' is maybe second to 'The Parting Tide' in bringing subtle and extremely beautiful sounds to your ears. Still a very deep work but not as much as 'At the End of The Evening'. Maybe that's its good thing, the balance between deepness and objective quality. It is a piece of art indicated for romantics and smooth instrumental likers.

A Time-less Masterpiece.......2004-01-12

Although every one of the Nightnoise albums feature some unforgettable pieces, this one in particular will haunt you. I don't know how they manage to evoke the emotion and reflective mood, but it is nothing short of magic. They are weaving an etherial tapestry, these muses, and those of us who have been captured in the weaving of it are forever entranced by the lyric cadence of their poetry. They are not only ambassadors of the Celtic people, but from another place in time.
And they do take you there.
This album in its entirety takes you where you cannot go on your own. You seem to feel at the end of it as if you have been their time-travelling companion.
To this end, and for your gift, we are forever in your debt, Nightnoise.

One to keep around always........2000-08-04

This CD illustrates the band as it starts to hit its stride. The sound is progressively flavored and retains a little more of it's "this side of the ocean" feel than later works which exhibit the stronger Irish influence. The band has made great progress with the Irish sound but here the newness of the four artist's early melding delivers that "ear-catching" quality that I miss in the later discs. Of the lot, this is the one to get.

Average customer rating: A delicious compilation of signature tunes from Nightnoise's first four albums Wonderful Celtic New Age Music!!! Beautiful Celtic/Irish Inspired Music

A Windham Hill Retrospective Nightnoise Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: At the End of the Evening White Horse Sessions A Different Shore Shadow of Time The Parting Tide ASIN: B000000NJ0 Release Date: 1992-03-24

Tracks:

1. The 19 A
2. Toys Not Ties
3. Timewinds
4. Hugh
5. The Cricket's Wicket
6. The Kid In The Cot
7. Something Of Time
8. The Swan
9. Bleu
10. At The Races
11. Hourglass
12. End Of The Evening
13. Nollaig
14. Bridges
15. 'Bring Me Back A Song'

Customer Reviews:

A delicious compilation of signature tunes from Nightnoise's first four albums.......2006-09-30

Drawn from the self-titled "Nightnoise," "At the End of the Evening," "A Winter's Solstice," and "The Parting Tide," this CD is a great overview of the group's wonderfully distinctive Celtic / New Age fusion. At times sweet or hauntingly beautiful, at others progressive and jazzy, but always emotionaly moving, the work of Nightnoise has a unique and striking appeal. It's the sort of music I love to listen to while walking outdoors on a warm, fall day or sipping warm soup and catching up with a good friend. It can either make you stop and think, or help you to gently focus on the beauty of the moment. Nightnoise is a collaboration between American violinist Billy Oskay and Irish guitarist Micheal O Domhnaill, who were then joined by Michael's sister Triona Ni Dhomhnaill on keyboards, etc. and Brian Dunning on flutes. Oskay and Dunning are particularly effective and well matched when they trade back and forth between lead melody and improvisational descants. I particularly love how Dunning can range in playing style from mellow flute meanderings to sprightly tin whistle melodies to breathy, progressive accompaniments reminiscent of Jethro Tull--he really makes the music sparkle! Micheal O Domhnaill's guitar lays down a warm, comforting ground to the songs, while Triona Ni Dhomhnaill's expert piano, electronic keyboards and clear, unpretentious singing voice also add much to the group's characteristic sound. For more from these artists, try the recordings of Relativity (also featuring Michael and Triona, along with brothers Phil and Johnny Cunningham), too, and the many Celtic-inspired collaborations between Brian Dunning and keyboardist Jeff Johnson.

Wonderful Celtic New Age Music!!!.......2005-12-29

I first heard Nightnoise in the early 80's. I had won a cassette tape in a radio contest, and it was a Windham Hill Collection. One of the songs on it was The Cricket's Wicket (which is on this CD) and is probably one of their best known songs. It's also one of my favorites by them. Toys Not Ties and several others are also very good. This is wonderful celtic new age music!!!

Beautiful Celtic/Irish Inspired Music.......2002-11-08

This was the second (of many) Nightnoise albums that I have purchased over the years. Essentially, it is a collection from their earlier albums, including selections from the very difficult to find first Nightnoise Album. This is my favorite Nightnoise album with my all time favorite Nightnoise selection--The Cricket's Wicket-- which is worth the price by itself. It has a simplicity and beauty that is hard to find. If you like graceful Celtic/Irish influenced music, you cannot miss with this wonderful collection by recognized masters of the genre.

Average customer rating: Grows on you, s-l-o-w-l-y................................... so so Great! GREAT TO RELAX AND FORGET THE WORLD!

Shadow of Time Nightnoise Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Celtic | International | Styles | Music New Age | Celtic | International | Styles | Music Fusion | Celtic | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music Celtic New Age | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: At the End of the Evening Something of Time White Horse Sessions A Different Shore Pure Nightnoise ASIN: B000000NJT Release Date: 1993-09-14

Tracks:

1. One Little Nephew
2. The March Air
3. Shadow Of Time
4. Silky Flanks
5. Water Falls
6. Fionnghuala (Mouth Music)
7. Night In That Land
8. This Just In For You
9. For You
10. Laurie Island
11. The Rose Of Tralee
12. Three Little Nieces

Amazon.com

On its new album, Shadow of Time, Nightnoise unveil a new lineup that reunites Johnny Cunningham, the fiddler for Relativity and Scotland's Silly Wizard, with guitarist Micheal O'Domhnaill and keyboardist Triona Ni Dhomhnaill of Relativity and Ireland's Bothy Band. These are three of the finest Celtic musicians in the world, and with Irish flutist Brian Dunning, they make chamber-folk music of uncommon gravity and beauty. The instrumental tunes are powerful enough, but when Ni Dhomhnaill adds her ghostly soprano to the proceedings, the emotional impact is often spellbinding. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

Grows on you, s-l-o-w-l-y..........................................2004-07-17

Since this is my only NIGHTNOISE cd I have nothing else of theirs to compare it to. Being a fan of celtic/irish music I was somewhat surprised at how languid the music was...almost "new age" rather than what one comes to expect from ,say, ALTAN, which interjects vigorous jigs and reels between the slower tracks.
Perhaps the name NIGHT 'NOISE' gives a hint of revelry or romp atypical of the genre. Not here.
The music is gorgeous though. Semi mood music with flourishes of traditional celtic, classical, even progressive strokes. I was hoping for something less expansive and, dare I say less "jazzy". It seems they would be better served (here) with more definition, sharper focus.
The group sounds as if the name should be NIGHTDREAM or NIGHTMIST. The sound is anything but "noisy". Very mellow, which is not a bad thing really. Unlike with most music I listen to with headphones, with this particular cd the only NIGHT "NOISE" you'll hear is the "noise" of my snorring. It's that kinda album.
Still 3.5 stars, maybe 4. The beauty of the music redeems its slow, contemplative pacing.

so so.......2002-03-22

I was dissapointed with this CD. As a HUGE Nightnoise fan, I have every Nightnoise CD, as well as many Various Artist CDs (mostly Windham Hill) featuring them. This CD however, is not one that makes Nightnoise one of my favorite bands. Its dull.. and almost boring! Especially the song "Silly Flanks". Don't get me wrong, I love that track, on the CD "White Horse Sessions".. Its upbeat and makes me want to get up and dance.. but on this CD its like a whole other song. I suppose that I do have a taste for live though. Every track on this CD sounds the same.. and while it is Nightnoise, and you still have to like that, you don't love it. The CD I'd recommend to a newcommer to Nightnoise is "A Different Shore". That is by far Nightnoise's best CD.

Great!.......1999-10-05

If you like celtic. You'll love this. Soothing, predictable music to lay back and enjoy.

GREAT TO RELAX AND FORGET THE WORLD!.......1998-09-10

I HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR THIS CD FOR A LONG TIME AND HAVE FOUND IT AGAIN. I AM GOING TO HANG ON TO IT THIS TIME! WHETHER YOU WANT TO KICK BACK, HAVE SOME GREAT DINNER MUSIC, OR JUST BE THIS IS THE CD!

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