The Chieftains 1 Et 2, the debut album of the Irish traditional music group Chieftains, is a masterpiece of its genre. The album, released in 1963, was a groundbreaking achievement in the world of traditional Irish music. Featuring the virtuosic playing of Paddy Moloney on the uilleann pipes, along with the talents of Sean Potts, Michael Tubridy, Martin Fay, and David Fallon, the album showcases the rich and varied musical traditions of Ireland.
The album takes listeners on a journey through the different styles of traditional Irish music, from the lively jigs and reels of "Se Fath Mo Bhuartha" and "The Connemara Stocking" to the hauntingly beautiful ballads of "An Poc Ar Buile" and "The Green Fields of America." The Chieftains' skillful playing and tight arrangements make each track a joy to listen to, and the album as a whole is a testament to the enduring power of traditional Irish music.
Saint Mary's; Church Street (Polkas); Garrett Barry; The Battering Ram (Jigs); Kitty Goes A-Milking; Rakish Paddy (Reels)
6:39
An Páistin Fionn (Air); Mrs Crotty's; The Mountain Top (Reels)
4:18
An Mhaighdean Mhara (Slow Air); Tie The Bonnet; O'Rourke's (Reels)
4:51
The Foxhunt
5:30
Planxty Greorge Brabazon
3:30
Comb Your Hair And Curl It; The Boys Of Ballisodare (Slip, And Hop Jig)
3:00
The Walls Of Liscarroll (Jig)
2:31
Sweeney's; Denis Murphy's; The Scartaglen Polka (Polkas)
3:33
Pis Fhliuch (O'Farrells Welcome To Limerick) (Slip Jig)
3:34
Banish Misfortune, Gillan's Apples (Double Jigs)
3:35
Calaghan's; Byrne's (Hornpipes)
3:14
Pigtown; Tie The Ribbons; The Bag Of Potatoes (Reels)
2:34
'Sé Fáth Mo Bhuartha (Slow Air); The Lark On The Strand (Jig); An Fhallaingín Mhuimhneach (Air); Trim The Velvet (Reel)
7:38
The Connemara Stocking; The Limestone Rock; Dan Breen's (Reels)
2:40
Caílin Na Gruaige Doinne (Slow Air)
2:40
The Boy In The Gap (Uilleann Pipes Solo - Reel)
1:12
Brain Boru's March
3:14
Dónall Óg (Slow Air)
3:54
The Humors Of Whiskey; Hardiman The Fiddler (Slip Jigs)
2:55
A Dhruimfhionn Don Dílis (Slow Air)
2:00
An Comhran Donn, Murphy's Hornpipe (Hornpipes)
4:30
The Musical Priest; The Queen Of May (Reels)
3:25
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2625 030
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Polydor
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Formats
2 × Vinyl
Album
LP
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Credits
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Arranged By
Paddy Moloney
Music Director
Paddy Moloney
Notes
Gatefold cover, front is the cover of "Chieftains" with "1 & 2" added, back is the cover of "Chieftains 2". The opened gatefold shows the original back covers of the two records.
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Rights Society: SACEM SDRM SACD SGDL
Price Code: POL 370
About The Chieftains
An Irish folk music group, founded in 1962.
Line-up: Paddy Moloney (uilleann pipes, tin whistle), Seán Keane (fiddle), Kevin Conneff (bodhrán, vocals), Matt Molloy (flute)
Former members: Derek Bell (harp, tiompán, cor anglais), Martin Fay (fiddle, bones), Michael Tubridy (flute, concertina, tin whistle), Seán Potts (tin whistle, bones, bodhrán), Peadar Mercier (bodhrán, bones), David Fallon (bodhrán)
The Chieftains 1 Et 2 is a must-have for anyone interested in traditional Irish music. It is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time and continues to inspire musicians and music lovers alike.
