Granuaile is a blend of Classical and Irish Folk Music written by Shaun Davey for singer Rita Connolly. It is based on the life and times of the 16th century Irish pirate queen Gráinne O'Mally, who was also known as Granuaile. The album was recorded using a 35 piece chamber orchestra joined by uilleann pipe soloist Liam O'Flynn, acoustic guitar, Irish harp and percussion, and special guest Donal Lunny on bouzouki.
Tracks Dubhdarra Ripples in the Rockpools The Defence of Hen's Castle Free and Easy The Rescue of Hugh De lacy Hen's March Death of Richard-an-Iarainn (Intro) Death of Richard an-Iarainn Sir Richard Bingham The Spanish Armada The New Age
Musicians Conductor : Gareth Hudson Vocals : Rita Connolly Uilleann Pipes : Liam O'Flynn Des Moore : guitar Helen Davies : concert and Irish harps Noel Eccles : percussion Carl Geraghty : saxes Marian Doherty : harpsichord Donal Lunny : bouzouki
References Record Label Catalogue 2009 Album Sleevenotes Album press release