Canadian singer, composer and multi-instrumentalist known for a Celtic-rooted, world-influenced sound; debut album Elemental (1985); founder of the Quinlan Road label; plays harp and keyboards.

Born 1957; Canadian nationality; debut album Elemental released 1985; founded Quinlan Road (her independent label); noted for harp, piano and multi-instrumental arrangements and travel-inspired songwriting.

DeBaser reviews celebrate Loreena McKennitt's career from her 1985 debut to recent live recordings. Critics emphasize her travel-inspired, eclectic blend of Celtic, Middle Eastern and folk sounds, her harp-led arrangements and crystalline voice. Live shows are described as immersive and emotionally powerful.

For:Fans of Celtic, folk and world music; listeners who enjoy travel-inspired, ethereal and acoustic arrangements.

 "An unmissable evening, the one in piazza duomo in Brescia.."

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 "When the dark night seems endless, please, remember me..."

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 The Book of Secrets – Loreena sets her contemplative prologue to music, alive and pulsating; a solemn and cadenced rhythm carves the path of a journey that will see no conclusions.

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