"World-renowned Irish super-group
Celtic Thunder performs MYTHOLOGY
live this coming November, as part of their Fall 2013 62-city North
American Tour. Released February 19th of this year the 7
th
Celtic Thunder CD debuted at #1 on Billboard's World Music Chart and is
the group’s 5th consecutive release to debut at #1. Both CD and DVD
continue to dominate the charts weeks after release. All six male
soloists—twice named Billboard’s Top World Music Artist—Emmet Cahill,
Keith Harkin, Ryan Kelly, George Donaldson, Neil Byrne and Colm
Keegan--perform both solo and ensemble numbers. They are known for
performing an eclectic mix of songs, ranging from traditional Irish fare
to international hits such as "The Boys are Back in Town" and "The
Sound of Silence," as well as original compositions including “Voices”
and “Hunter’s Moon.” In addition to the six main vocalists, the tour
will also feature strings, guitars, percussion, whistles, pipes and more
in the eight-piece Celtic Thunder band. The tour’s musical director is
David Munro, who also plays keyboards in the show.
Created
by Celtic Thunder Producer Sharon Browne, MYTHOLOGY bears all the
hallmarks of a Celtic Thunder live show; An impressive and imposing
stage resembling an ancient stone pathway drawn from Celtic lore
and dramatic effects via lighting and choreography. Celtic Thunder’s
signature brand of emotive and dramatic storytelling through traditional
and contemporary music is found throughout the show. MYTHOLOGY presents
the audience with the perfect blend of entertainment, ideology and
Gaelic spirituality, providing a modern twist on Celtic folklore
."
