Loreena McKennitt: Nights from the Alhambra
8.4/ 10 7 votes 2007-08-01 1h 40m 0 popularity
An enchanting musical performance, set beneath the stars in the breathtaking Moorish heart of medieval Spain. Captured in concert in September 2006, singer/composer Loreena McKennitt leads viewers through the multi-textured landscapes of her catalog, from traditional Celtic ballads to literary narratives and highlights from her latest recording, An Ancient Muse.Filmed in rich HDTV, Nights from the Alhambra evokes the otherworldly magic of Granada's palace of dreams, the fiery and inspired performances of a stellar cast of supporting musicians and, of course, the unforgettable voice and songs of Loreena McKennitt herself.
Director: Julia Knowles
Loreena McKennitt
vocals, harp, accordion, piano
Tal Bergman
Drums and Percussion
Panos Dimitrakopoulos
Kanoun
Nigel Eaton
Hurdy Gurdy
Steáfán Hannigan
Uilleann Pipes, Bodhrán, Percussion
Brian Hughes
Band Leader, Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Oud, Celtic Bouzouki
Tim Landers
Acoustic and Electric Bass
Caroline Lavelle
Cello
