Nearly 3 decades ago The Tannahill Weavers introduced the world to the power and passion rooted in their native Scottish music. As legion fans witness, the band's potent mix of traditional ballads &...(more)

Old songs and new, tune sets, solos and choruses. A grand album of the tradition from a well-established band. Pipes, fiddles, percussion, voices and strings; a well-balanced group, of great talent.

As well as the trade-mark blistering instrumentals this album shows just how well they can handle the emotionally charged slow airs and ballads. Great liner notes too!

he Tannahill Weavers are one of Scotland's premier traditional bands. Their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, and original ballads and lullabies....(more)

"The Mermaid's Song", is a melancholy Gaelic song of lost love between a mermaid and a mortal youth. Featuring Roy, Phil, Les and John, but with the addition of piper Kenny Forsyth.