by Catherine L. Tully

Artist: Fiddlers 3
Album: "The Rhythm Chapter"
Year produced: 2007

Man--I was hoping this was going to be as good as it is! Fiddlers 3 is the equivalent of an energy drink; musical-style. I have to say, I was blown away by this CD. Listened to it twice in a row.

This album is a great example of why people love Celtic music. You can't sit still; you want to tap, clap and stomp your feet while listening. Motivational. Spectacular. It is impossible to listen to this and be in a bad mood. Don't let the fiddlers take all the credit either--the percussion and accordion have their position solidly carved out as well. You need everyone working together to get this kind of sound; and they do.

Most of the tunes are extremely upbeat fare, but the easier tracks are still mesmerizing and well placed. Bagpipes and fiddle are the two instruments that are in my blood as an Irish girl. You feel them. So it is with this band--you feel them. The pacing is just right. I won't be able to describe the music as well as it should be described. You should just give them a listen and see for yourself. I said it before and it bears repeating: this album is a great example of why people love Celtic music. I have to point out track 9, "Jerusalem Ridge," which was my favorite--the sounds were a bit unexpected which made it really interesting!

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Catherine L. Tully is a freelance writer and photographer who specializes in the arts. She has written for American Style and Classical Singer, among other magazines, and reviews music for Marc Gunn's Celtic MP3s Music Magazine. You can reach her through her website at CatherineLTully.com.

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Posted by Catherine L. Tully, Friday, August 22, 2008.
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