By David N. Britt
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Since I began writing for PotomacLocal.com I have penned several opinion pieces. But now it’s time for me give an honest review music by two artists from Stafford.
The album is titled “Caledonian Shadows,” and it’s not for everyone (Hint: if you pronounce the word “Celtic” as you would Boston’s NBA team–you fail). Go buy some Kenny G.
For a fan of music from Scotland and the Isles, this is a fascinating project. This local father and daughter team of Jim Lawrence and Holly Breivik have pulled together a number of very talented musicians. Holly’s voice is sweet, pure, honest and strong, as evidenced by cut 1, “Such a Parcel of Rogues”, originally penned by Robert Burns (1759-1796).
Jim and others get involved as they segue from “Rogues” into and through “The Brownies” (a Lawrence original). Suddenly, you’ll want to get up, find yourself a good Highland girl and dance the night away!
The remainder of the project is a wonderful mix of fast, slow; large group and small.
Again, this CD is not for everyone. However, if you have a love for the sounds of traditional highland folk music, or if you’d like to give it a shot for the first time, “Caledonian Shadows” by Jim and Holly Lawrence is a great place to start, or continue the traditional sounds of Celtic music.
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