Celtic Legend are a group of composers, writers, musicians and film makers who were formed in 2001 by Cornish born composer Chris Payne. The idea behind the project is to recreate ancient dark age legends through recordings and videos.
Emily Ovenden, a member of the No.1 selling classical act ‘Mediaeval Baebes’ took over the role of principle vocalist in 2005.
Celtic Legend have just released a four track EP called 'THE BOATMAN EP' and are currently working on there second album, ‘Lyonesse’ which is scheduled for release in February 2007.
"Irishness is not primary a question of birth or blood or language; it is the condition on being involved in the Irish situation, and usually of being mauled by it."-Conor Cruise O'Brien
Blackmore's Night-Renaissance faire. Their videos were not available on youtube for awhile but they all seem to be back now. I hoope they stay. I didn't see Fires at Midnight or village Lantern but I'll keep checking.
Tommy Makem-"The Cobbler" this gives a pretty good idea of what Tommy was like onstage. His ablity to seamlessly blend story with action and song made him a joy to watch