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It is in truth not for glory, nor riches, nor honours that we are fighting, but for freedom - for that alone, which no honest man gives up but with life itself." FROM THE DECLARATION OF ARBROATH. A truly inspiring collection of spirit raising, flag flying Scottish music to be proud of ..... for everyone who loves what makes Scotland so special. The traditional but gigantic sound of the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra is here, but also the Orchestra combine with the power of Caledon, three of Scotland's finest tenors, to deliver a set of 'power ballads' that will shake you to your core. This selection of music comprises a range of choral songs (partsongs) from the pens of Scottish composers of the 19th and 20th centuries, together with settings of traditional tunes associated with the poetry of Robert Burns, most of which are receiving their world premiere recording. Recorded in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Shrewsbury and the famous Smecky sound stage in Prague with The City of Prague Symphony Orchestra, Caledon bring a whole new dimension to Scots song, full orchestra and chorus (The Caradoc Chorus) blending seamlessly with pipes and drums, and celtic instrumentalists - and three of the finest voices in Scotland. From the hush of a Jacobite lament to the swagger of a Celtic rock anthem, we bring you 'The Power and The Passion'. What better way to celebrate the Silver Jubilee of The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra than with a CD full 'to the brim' with new and, to a large extent, previously unrecorded music. The 'Old Man of Hoy' in its rugged, majestic form and featured on the cover welcomes you to these Jubilee celebrations with a series of outstanding and vibrant performances. Even the audience participation in some tracks seems to heighten the fervour of the Orchestra's playing. Andrew McGarva, the Orchestra under the leader Bill Cook and I invite you the listener to join us in these very special celebrations. HIGHLAND CATHEDRAL The Scottish Fiddle Orchestra fear no horizons as they continue to bring to the world Scottish music in its traditional and contemporary form. This album combines both of these aspects with an outstanding set of performances recorded in one of the world's most beautiful sounding venues, the Usher Hall in Edinburgh. From high drive, high energy tracks like 'The Drummers' and 'The Horticulturist' to the monumental title track 'Highland Cathedral' and on to the haunting and emotive 'Echoes In The Glen' and 'Death Of A Queen'. This is an album to be treasured for all time. Scotland's signature instrument is the Great Highland Bagpipe known in every corner of the earth as the Pipes & Drums. It is considered an instrument of war but can be exhilarating and uplifting in times of peace. In this album we have brought together some of the greatest of Scotland's tunes to give the listener an everlasting thrilling experience. Celtic Dance is a compilation of Celtic inspired music by Claire Hamilton, Celtic Spirit and Inishkea. The 'Chillis' come storming on to the scene, with their amazingly powerful style they have moved the bagpipes into new and adventurous areas and are a perfect vehicle for re-interpreting these famous tracks in their own 'Chilli Piper' way. The Red Hot Chilli Pipers really are a genuinely unique experience .... it's the new Jock 'n' Roll ! Quite simply, this is HOT !! Storming onto the stage the Red Hot Chilli Pipers 'Live' are an unstoppable force! An abundance of energy with all the power of the Scottish bagpipes times three and an amazing rock band enhanced by brass, pipes and drums and the Red Hot Chilli Dancers. This DVD Blasts the bagpipes into a new musical orbit and ensures that the Chilli Pipers' stars burn bright for all to see and enjoy. One amazing night in one amazing venue - The Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow. REL in association with River Records proudly presents a new series of recordings featuring one of the UK's most popular conductors Iain Sutherland, and the City of Glasgow Philharmonic Orchestra. The Classics Collection is a unique compilation taken from the 'live' radio transmissions of the 'Pops at the Philharmonic' concerts at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall - all outstandingly performed and conducted by Iain Sutherland and the City of Glasgow Philharmonic Orchestra. A glorious selection of festive music beautifully arranged for strings and the majestic sound of a full orchestra. All the music you could need for a perfect Christmas. - REL in association with River Records proudly presents a new series of recordings featuring one of the UK's most popular conductors Iain Sutherland, and the City of Glasgow Philharmonic Orchestra. The Classics Collection is a unique compilation taken from the 'live' radio transmissions of the 'Pops at the Philharmonic' concerts at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall - all outstandingly performed and conducted by Iain Sutherland and the City of Glasgow Philharmonic Orchestra. REL in association with River Records proudly presents a new series of recordings featuring one of UK's most popular conductors Iain Sutherland, and the City of Glasgow Philharmonic Orchestra. The Classics Collection is a unique compilation taken from the 'live' radio transmissions of the 'Pops at the Philharmonic' concerts at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall - all outstandingly performed and conducted by Iain Sutherland and the City of Glasgow Philharmonic Orchestra. The outstanding combination of wonderful Irish melodies arranged for the full symphony orchestra. Beautiful on the ears, amazing for the heart and soul. -With such marvellous programmes, orchestra and conductor, no wonder the City of Glasgow Philharmonic Orchestra's concerts are sell-outs". - GLASGOW HERALD

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