Triantán by Triantán

“A CD of unaccompanied Irish & Scottish traditional songs in Gaelic and English is a brave production from Antipodean folkies. But the Sydney trio, Triantán, have made it work with their sure voices, varied arrangements and well rehearsed and extremely polished performance.

Each of the three voices has particular appeal. Judy Pinder’s low alto packs emotion into every phrase, beautifully exemplified in ‘An Cailín Gaelach’. Miguel Heatwole demonstrates a mastery of Jekyll & Hyde qualities, from cultured and honey-smooth to a rough, rascally edge as in ‘Cruiscín Lán’. Anthony Woolcott’s rich tenor evokes calling across mountains that Frankie Armstrong would delight in, as in ‘Farewell to Stirling’.

Some of the songs are well known, such as ‘Mo Ghile Mear’ and the title track ‘An tSean Triantán’ (known better on this side of the world as ‘The Old Triangle’). Many are less known and the collection suggests some years of dedicated song research, especially in singing sessions in both Australia and the old countries (making such research a pleasure!). ..... this album’s a beauty!” (Christine Wheeler – Cornstalk Magazine)

Miguel’s a versatile singer, choral director & composer. His interests include folk & world music, political satire, the environment, trade unionism & the responsible enjoyment of alcohol. His songwriting embraces themes like peace & justice, the family cat, & visceral passionate attraction. His enthusiasm for recording community singing has let many people share the power of their songs.

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