Farewell to Lough Neaghe

Taken from the Maclean-Clephane Manuscript, Bonnie Shaljean's recital is most impressive. Played upon harp and wire-strung clarsach, her playing is enchanting and totally in keeping with the traditional music from both Ireland and Britain. The digital sound is well defined and balanced within a sympathetic environment.

There's only been one other recording of harp music that ever grabbed me, Henrik Boye's version of the Chaconne on an old 10 inch. That was until I bought this for a few euros in Paris. What works is her use of different period instruments. It keeps this listener interested. She's also worked hard with her material and transcriptions. Ain't no Londonderry Air to be found here! The result is a delight.