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Deirdre of the Sorrows

by Diane Edgecomb

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    CD jewel case with album artwork and liner notes. Background on this epic Irish story, notes on Diane's adaptaion as well as bios of all the artists.

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1.
Deirdre 00:45
2.
At the Feast of Samhain 04:48
3.
The Druid's Prophecy 04:57
4.
Under Lavarcham's Care 02:29
5.
The Vision 03:38
6.
Deirdre and Naoise Meet 06:54
7.
Journey to Alba 02:05
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Hidden Glens 03:00
9.
Return to Emain Macha 04:31
10.
Betrayal at the Red Branch 04:41
11.
The Chariot Ride 03:30
12.
Deirdre (reprise) 01:47

about

Set in a violent landscape of earthen fortresses and tribal conflicts, ‘Deirdre of the Sorrows’ is said to be based on true events that happened around 1000 BC. Famous in Ireland for being one of the ‘three sorrows’ of Irish storytelling, Deirdre was one of three tragic tales that a shenachie (Celtic storyteller) must be able to relate. Over time many versions of this haunting tale have made their way into Celtic storytelling and literature. Most of the adaptations avoided the searing imagery and cultivated a tamer version that prettified the ending. There was only one source that kept the edge of the original – a visceral tension that hovered between sweetness and cruelty. This was ‘The Tain’ or ‘Cattle Raid’- the oldest vernacular epic in Western literature. Diane’s version is based solidly on Thomas Kinsella’s translation of “The Tain.” The presence of the druid, the divine rights of the high king, the harshness of the life and the taboos hidden in the geis (a sworn promise given) are drawn from this version and from Diane’s extensive research into the life and world of the pre-Christian Celts.

Recommended for Adults; Grades 10 and above.

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released May 1, 2004

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Diane Edgecomb Boston, Massachusetts

Diane Edgecomb is one of America’s leading storytellers, winner of the ORACLE award for Storytelling Excellence in the Northeast the National Circle of Excellence award and five Storytelling World awards. A transformational teller with a rich background in the theatre arts, Diane’s dynamic storytelling embraces elements of theatre, movement and song bringing each piece vividly to life. ... more

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