Loreena McKennitt: Nights from the Alhambra
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.
Cast
Loreena McKennitt
as Self — Vocals / Harp / Accordion / Piano
Brian Hughes
as Self — Guitars / Oud / Celtic Bouzouki / Band Leader
Tal Bergman
as Self — Drums
Tim Landers
as Self — Bass
Panos Dimitrakopoulos
as Self — Kanoun
Nigel Eaton
as Self — Hurdy Gurdy
Steáfán Hannigan
as Self — Uilleann / Pipes / Bodhrán / Percussion
Caroline Lavelle
as Self — Cello
Donald Quan
as Self — Viola / Keyboards / Tabla
Hugh Marsh
as Self — Violin
