Loreena McKennitt: Nights from the Alhambra

Synopsis

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.

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Key crew

• Julia KnowlesDirector

Cast

• Loreena McKennittSelf — Vocals / Harp / Accordion / Piano
• Brian HughesSelf — Guitars / Oud / Celtic Bouzouki / Band Leader
• Tal BergmanSelf — Drums
• Tim LandersSelf — Bass
• Panos DimitrakopoulosSelf — Kanoun
• Nigel EatonSelf — Hurdy Gurdy
• Steáfán HanniganSelf — Uilleann / Pipes / Bodhrán / Percussion
• Caroline LavelleSelf — Cello
• Donald QuanSelf — Viola / Keyboards / Tabla
• Hugh MarshSelf — Violin
• Sokratis SinopoulosSelf — Lyra
• Haig YazdjianSelf — Oud

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