Between Earth & Sky- the pulse of Celtic music by Robin Bullock
This CD contains incredible finger-picking on 6 & 12 string guitar in the style of John Renbourn and flat-picking on guitar and cittern, lighting speed, impeccable technique by sought after session player and teacher- Robin Bullcock. Here's a short bio:
About Robin Bullock who is hailed as a "flatpicking master" (Baltimore Sun). He's one of a handful of masters of the cittern, a flat-backed double-strung instrument. He roams the musical landscape freely with a wide palette of skills and energy. He's hard- driving flatpicker, a lyrical fingerstyle guitarist and an old-time swing fiddler, all in one. Robin’ a member of the acclaimed world folk trio Helicon ( with Nova Scotia fluties- Chris Norman), Greenfire ( with Laura Risk and Ken Koldner), recordings with Maggies Music Label, touring with The John Whelan Band. See www.maggiesmusic.com for more information. He is on staff teaching guitar at Swannanoa Gathering in Ashville, North Carolina. Here’s what Robin says about his CD in his liner notes:Traditional music has always been and continues to be a living and evolving process. It reflects the lives and experiences not only of generations long past but we who live here on the cusp of the millennium. While my own artistic path is grounded in the music of the Celtic lands, I also recognize that music speaks the truth regardless of geographic origin, transcending cultural differences and reminding us that we are all one. …joyously drawing inspiration from many traditions, honoring ancient roots and reaching out to greet the future.
I was introduced to Robin's playing through my lessons with Chris Norman a number of years ago, and although flute is my instrument of choice for playing, I absolutely love Robin's recordings. On that note, I encourage everyone to check out his other CDs, which include "Midnight Howl" and "The Lightning Fields". I know he has at least one other CD as well, and although I've never heard it, based on the 3 CDs of his that I have, I can only assume that any recording of his must be amazing.
Between Earth & Sky- the pulse of Celtic music by Robin Bullock
This CD contains incredible finger-picking on 6 & 12 string guitar in the style of John Renbourn and flat-picking on guitar and cittern, lighting speed, impeccable technique by sought after session player and teacher- Robin Bullcock. Here's a short bio:
About Robin Bullock who is hailed as a "flatpicking master" (Baltimore Sun). He's one of a handful of masters of the cittern, a flat-backed double-strung instrument. He roams the musical landscape freely with a wide palette of skills and energy. He's hard- driving flatpicker, a lyrical fingerstyle guitarist and an old-time swing fiddler, all in one. Robin’ a member of the acclaimed world folk trio Helicon ( with Nova Scotia fluties- Chris Norman), Greenfire ( with Laura Risk and Ken Koldner), recordings with Maggies Music Label, touring with The John Whelan Band. See www.maggiesmusic.com for more information. He is on staff teaching guitar at Swannanoa Gathering in Ashville, North Carolina. Here’s what Robin says about his CD in his liner notes:Traditional music has always been and continues to be a living and evolving process. It reflects the lives and experiences not only of generations long past but we who live here on the cusp of the millennium. While my own artistic path is grounded in the music of the Celtic lands, I also recognize that music speaks the truth regardless of geographic origin, transcending cultural differences and reminding us that we are all one. …joyously drawing inspiration from many traditions, honoring ancient roots and reaching out to greet the future.
# Posted on October 28th 2002 by tilythehon
Other recordings
I was introduced to Robin's playing through my lessons with Chris Norman a number of years ago, and although flute is my instrument of choice for playing, I absolutely love Robin's recordings. On that note, I encourage everyone to check out his other CDs, which include "Midnight Howl" and "The Lightning Fields". I know he has at least one other CD as well, and although I've never heard it, based on the 3 CDs of his that I have, I can only assume that any recording of his must be amazing.
# Posted on November 2nd 2002 by Jason G
Title track speaks to me of Phil Keaggy
Or to a lesser degree Gerry O'Beirne.
Both grab me and carry me away and then let me gently back to earth, and this album and particularly this tune are no different.
From me, these are the highest accolades.
Does anyone know if Robin lists Phil as an influence?
Truly marvelous.
# Posted on August 18th 2006 by Thistledowne