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Against the Tide by Distant Oaks
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fave it Traditional Folk | Celtic
14 tracks | 49 minutes
Released Jun 2003
on Northern Wind Recordings
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- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:01 The Mist Covered Mountain/Johnny McGrevey's lyrics BUY MP3 03:01 The Mist Covered Mountain/Johnny McGrevey's lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:01 The Mist Covered Mountain/Johnny McGrevey's
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:48 Dh'fhalbhainn Sgiobalta/Gwyn's Frolics lyrics BUY MP3 03:48 Dh'fhalbhainn Sgiobalta/Gwyn's Frolics lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:48 Dh'fhalbhainn Sgiobalta/Gwyn's Frolics
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 02:35 The Cottage in the Grove/Paddy Taylor's lyrics BUY MP3 02:35 The Cottage in the Grove/Paddy Taylor's lyrics "GIFT MP3" 02:35 The Cottage in the Grove/Paddy Taylor's
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 02:26 Willie Macintosh lyrics BUY MP3 02:26 Willie Macintosh lyrics "GIFT MP3" 02:26 Willie Macintosh
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:21 The Judge's Dilemma lyrics BUY MP3 03:21 The Judge's Dilemma lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:21 The Judge's Dilemma
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 04:39 Mo Bhuachaillín Ceanasach/Tom Billy's Jig lyrics BUY MP3 04:39 Mo Bhuachaillín Ceanasach/Tom Billy's Jig lyrics "GIFT MP3" 04:39 Mo Bhuachaillín Ceanasach/Tom Billy's Jig
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 05:37 'S ann an Ìle/Tail Toddle/Dick Gossip's lyrics BUY MP3 05:37 'S ann an Ìle/Tail Toddle/Dick Gossip's lyrics "GIFT MP3" 05:37 'S ann an Ìle/Tail Toddle/Dick Gossip's
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 02:40 The Thornton Jig/Nead na Lachan (The Foxhunters' Jig) lyrics BUY MP3 02:40 The Thornton Jig/Nead na Lachan (The Foxhunters' Jig) lyrics "GIFT MP3" 02:40 The Thornton Jig/Nead na Lachan (The Foxhunters' Jig)
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:30 The Lass of Roch Royal lyrics BUY MP3 03:30 The Lass of Roch Royal lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:30 The Lass of Roch Royal
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:24 The Lark in the Morning lyrics BUY MP3 03:24 The Lark in the Morning lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:24 The Lark in the Morning
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 02:37 'Sí Do Mhamó Í/The Cliffs of Moher lyrics BUY MP3 02:37 'Sí Do Mhamó Í/The Cliffs of Moher lyrics "GIFT MP3" 02:37 'Sí Do Mhamó Í/The Cliffs of Moher
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 04:11 Òran na Maighdinn-Mhara lyrics BUY MP3 04:11 Òran na Maighdinn-Mhara lyrics "GIFT MP3" 04:11 Òran na Maighdinn-Mhara
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:47 Théid Mi'n Ceann Loch Àluinn/Tha Fionnlagh ag Innearadh lyrics BUY MP3 03:47 Théid Mi'n Ceann Loch Àluinn/Tha Fionnlagh ag Innearadh lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:47 Théid Mi'n Ceann Loch Àluinn/Tha Fionnlagh ag Innearadh
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 04:16 Mórag á Dùn-bheagain lyrics BUY MP3 04:16 Mórag á Dùn-bheagain lyrics "GIFT MP3" 04:16 Mórag á Dùn-bheagain
Blends the best of traditional Celtic music with refined technique and dynamic, passionate playing. Features Gaelic vocals, guitar, dulcimer, whistles, bagpipes, Celtic harp, percussion, and more.
Bio / Background
Distant Oaks is an award-winning ensemble specializing in dynamic, historically informed performances of traditional Gaelic and early European music. Rich, expressive singing in a variety of languages, combined with virtuosic, skillfully arranged ensemble playing on a broad array of period and traditional instruments, define Distant Oaks' musical style. Their warm, intimate performances appeal to both the intellect and the emotions and have proven to delight a diverse range of listeners.
In addition to their strong dedication to Gaelic music, language, and culture, as well as authentic traditional and Early Music performance practices, Distant Oaks is also actively engaged in composing new music in older styles. In the spirit of fine music-making and respect for tradition, Distant Oaks continues to bring a brilliant panoply of music to their audiences.
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