The group Celtic Woman is inspired by and based on the successful shows of Riverdance: ear- and eye-delighting soloists are flanked by a large orchestra and typical Celtic instruments such as bagpipes, bodhran and fiddles. The beautiful Irish singers Lisa, Chloë, Orla and Méav and violinist Máiréad Nesbitt perform well-known classics from the Celtic folk repertoire and highlights from musical
… and light classical music. On the album and concert of the same name A New Journey, New Zealand singer Hayley Westenra joined Celtic Woman. The singers sing solos as well as polyphonic songs: their angelic pure voices sound beautifully together in David Downes' arrangements. Celtic Woman is highly recommended for fans of Riverdance, Sarah Brightman and Il Divo. (SvdP)more
