Littoral by Leonard Barry

"Littoral is a masterclass in uilleann piping, with top-notch, varied accompaniment and production. It showcases the wealth of influences on Leonard’s playing, his considerable skill and his deep knowledge of the instrument. Uilleann piping albums don’t come along often, and ones this good are rare." Folk Radio UK

Leonard Barry's new recording "Littoral" shows remarkable depth and good taste. This is real Irish piping from a master in his prime, with sympathetic backing by an equally qualified group of noted traditional musicians. The pipes-flute-fiddle front line rides above the accompaniment which compliments his effective use of the drones and regulators. It's also a nice snapshot of the current trad scene in Sligo where Barry currently resides. (Tim O'Brien)

Tracklist

1.	The Munster Rake / The Arra Mountains / Last Night’s Fun	3:47

2.	Jimmy O’Reilly’s / Paddy’s Pet / Jigging Away the Donkey	2:53

3.	Bedford Cross / The Knockaboul / Johnny Mick Dinny’s	4:05

4.	Aisling Ghael	3:38

5.	The First of May / The Few Bob	4:03

6.	The Road to Monalea / Rigney’s / Paddy Fahy’s	4:41

7.	The Pipe in the Hob / The Fly in the Porter / The Stolen Purse	4:10

8.	Comronalty / The Mills are Grinding	3:37

9.	La Valse de Pasteriaux / La Polverita Fiera	3:32

10.	Tom Busby’s / The Humours of Ballingarry	3:08

11.	St. Ruth’s Bush/ The Old Pensioner / The Monastereden Fancy	3:14

Credits

released January 26, 2024

Guitars: Shane McGowan
Fiddle: Andy Morrow
Bouzouki: Michael Holmes (track 3)
Bouzouki: Seamie O’Dowd (tracks 2, 7)
Bouzouki: Brian McDonagh (track 11)
Flute: Michael McGoldrick (tracks 6,7)
Fiddle: Kevin Burke (track 3)
Cello: Alice Allen (tracks 4,9)
Recorded in The Magic Room, Sligo
Engineer by Brian McDonagh
Mixed by Michael McGoldrick, Brian McDonagh and Leonard Barry
Produced by Michael McGoldrick
Additional Recording: Alice Allen, Stirlingshire, Scotland
Photos: Eddie Lee
Cover design: Leonard Barry

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