Gf Morgan explores Celtic music through his latest album, Magenta, released this March 17. Hailing from New Hope, Pennsylvania, Morgan’s project showcases his masterful fingerstyle guitar playing, accompanied by concertina and mandolin arrangements.
Magenta begins with the enchanting “An Mhaighdean Mhara/Southwind,” where Morgan’s nimble guitar work intertwines seamlessly with the warm tones of the concertina. The melody flows like a gentle stream, evoking a sense of tranquility and serenity.
In “The Moth and the Candle,” Morgan creates hypnotic grooves with his guitar, tugging us with soft, slow strums that build in intensity. Throughout the album, Morgan pays homage to traditional Celtic tunes while infusing them with his unique flair. “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming/Planxty Irwin” is composed yet lively in its delightful blend of charming melodies and light strumming.
In the haunting yet atmospheric “Slán le Cara Maith,” Morgan relaxes us with his guitar’s low and deep tones while lighter glimmering tones glint overhead. He creates a consistency with the high and somber free-reed gushing underneath.
The album culminates with the title track, “Magenta,” where Morgan’s guitar strings strum with clear and sublime melodies. The instrumentals are arranged to provide a mellow yet light euphony in the ripples of traditional Celtic music.
This album is a relaxing introduction to Celtic music for modern audiences. Listen to Magenta by Gf Morgan if you love a good storytelling musical score.
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Review By: Naomi Joan