Christina Stewart - Kist O' Dreams

(December 2004) 14 tracks: Bidh Clann Ulaidh * Can Ye Sew Cushions? * Crodh An Tailleir * Dean Bà Bà Mo Leanabh * Dream Angus * Fairy Lullaby * Da Fetlar Lullaby * Gille Beag O * Tàladh Thròndairnis * Miner's Lullaby * Minnie O' Shirva's Cradle Sang * Tàladh Choinnich Oig * Tàladh Chriosd * The Benediction.

A charming CD of lullabies from the Scottish tradition, sung at a gentle rocking pace in Scots dialect, English and Gaelic by Christina Stewart.

Folklore, Scottish Studies, ethnology and traditional music, all rolled into one. Christina sings mainly unaccompanied, but is joined on harp for some tracks. Christina is a Feis Rois tutor.

With Bill Taylor (harp) and Christine MacClenaghan (vocals).

Full lyrics included in the booklet.

"Unembellished natural charm... An engaging collection..." (Inverness Courier)

"Stewart possesses a fine melodic voice - this is a wonderful album... Beautiful singing..." (Dirty Linen)