Best Irish record you've never heard
Chris in OC | Southern California, USA | 03/13/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I found this CD some years ago when I was searching for Irish tunes to add to my repertoire. Given the LaserLine label and low price, I didn't expect much, but even now, it's one of the best Irish records in my collection. Besides excellent musicianship, the Kings Galliard offer top-flight arrangements that are well crafted and executed, but never stiff or overdone. I agree with another reviewer that The Maid From Amsterdam is a misstep of sorts -- it's not bad, but it's an odd choice. My only real quarrel is the track titles, which list only the first tune of each set. Standout tracks include O'Carolan's Dream (followed by The Rakes of Kildare and The Ten Penny Bit) and the title track (followed by Cooley's Reel)."