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Galloglaigh
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The music of Michael Duran includes; "Collaborations" Projects with my Soundclick friends that I have had the honor to work with; "Homespun" Solo projects & Covers done at my home. live band recordings; 2000-2004 "The Shop" Heartbreak Highway 3 piece collab/studio recordings with; Steve Layman; Piano & Synth Steve Torok; Drums Michael Duran; Guitar, Synth, and Bass 1990's "The Knapps Cutoff Band" As Is Studio "open mic" and live recordings with; Marty Nicklin; Bass Steve Layman; Piano & Synth Steve Torok; Drums Michael Duran; Guitar & Synth Thanks to Nathan Bankston, Ray Garcia, and Chris Kenard for their fine vocals. 1980's "B'wana" salvaged tape recordings from my 80s club band. Dan Buck; Drums & Vocals Michael Duran; Guitar synth & Vocals Ron Olson; Bass & Vocals Bill Kramer; Lead Guitar
Song Info
Genre
Classical • Contemporary
Charts
Peak #5
Peak in subgenre #3
Author
Michael Duran
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Michael Duran
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March 15, 2013
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MP3 4.6 MB • 160 kbps • 4:00
Story behind the song
Galloglaigh (Gallogly or Gall-oge-lee) Their name in the old Irish plural is Galloglaigh, the singular form is Galloglach (gall-og-lock), literaly meaning "foreign young warriors" both words have since been anglicised as "Galloglass". They were a Scottish hereditary warrior caste that originated around Argyll and the southern Hebrides, and settled in Ireland during the 13th to 15th centuries. prominent Galloglaigh clans of Ireland MacSuibhne (MacSweeney) MacDomhnaill (MacDonnell/MacDowell) MacSiothaigh (MacSheehy) MacDubhgaill (MacDougall) MacCaba (MacCabe) MacRuari (MacRory) MacSorley O'Mullans MacNeill MacGreal MacAnGhearr (Short/ Shortt/McGirr) MacAnGalloglaigh(MacGallogly/English) MacClean(MacAlean/MacLean/MacClane) MacAilin (MacCawell/Campbell/MacCampbell/Allen/MacEllin) MacAlister (MacEllistrum/MacAllister/MacAlistrum) The first record of Galloglaigh warpipes being heard in Ireland was in 1259, when Aedh Ó Conchobair, King of Connacht, received a dowry of 160 Scottish warriors from the daughter of the King of the Hebrides. In 1569 Turlough O'Neill married Lady Agnes MacDonald of Kintyre, her dowry consisted of at least 1200 Galloglaigh, each accompanied by two squires, one of whom carried his throwing spears and warpipes, the other his provisions, along with supporting clan, this could easily have numbered over 5,000 Galloglaigh coming into the area. In return for military service a Galloglach was given land and high status entitling him to receive supplies from the local population. The Galloglach was also known by his unique dress and battlefield accouterments, which included the two handed axe, shirts of mail, and unique stylised conical helmet. Today descendants of the Galloglaigh are scattered throughout Ireland, but it was in Ulster that they are particularly numerous. Historians not familiar with Gaelic culture often pass them off as mere mercenaries, but in reality they are probably one of the most important phenomenon in Irish history with a profound effect on the survival of Gaelic culture into the modern period.
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digitalskull
Mar 02, 2021
Those notes at the end really hit the mark. Good Groove.
AlexisPatrick
Mar 07, 2020
This one is a magnificent masterpiece for certain!!!! Takes me to the land of enchantment.
Alan L Cole
Sep 27, 2014
Epic in scope, Gaelic themed fusion composition with great interplay with the strings. I agree that the drum track is very good. A well done score/composition with a very cool background on the warrior caste.
Bob Forbes
Aug 15, 2013
Fast and furious Celtic - liked the violins and other orchestration. Great soundtrack material!
procks
Jun 01, 2013
Impressive string playing and excellent work with the percussion.
Swampman
Apr 25, 2013
Top shelf cuz !
Falken
Apr 23, 2013
Very impressiv work on the violins in this piece with high celtic/Irish feel to it. The big drums too! Brings up strong visuals hearing this. Masterfully written from one of soundclick's finest!
Roger John
Apr 22, 2013
This is pretty pretty good. Excellent in fact.
Morten Gjermundsen
Apr 01, 2013
Wow! This is really great Michael. :) Fantastic composition. Beautiful melodies. Love the drums. You have done an outstanding job here. I love it!
Jiri Hajek - composer
Mar 27, 2013
Lovely music pice, a secret melancholy there... Jiri
Musan Dera
Mar 25, 2013
Very much is happening here. The violins are weaving melodies into a cobweb. There is an ancient feel here and especially the drums sound very Celtic. Voices are there as well, a choir. Think this music could be used for a film (about the Celtic past). I like the way it ends very much. Instruments fading away, one by one. Very enjoyable, Michael. Very good job!
Dr. Bob's Jazz - Benefit Boppin' Quartet - JBBQ
Mar 24, 2013
Indeed, a very powerful song, Michael! We/JBBQ all have Classical Music backgrounds so we are always most pleased when a Music Master such as yourself composes/plays/records Classical Music of this highest quality. And the SC ratings for the song so indicate the listener approval with a "Top 10" Charts Rating. The sound dynamics of the strings/violins/percussion are perfect for the song's historic story. BRAVO to you on this one! And, we are SO HAPPY to see you music active again. Thanks for the dl of this exceptional song. Bob (and the JBBQ "Guys")
gabe stenziano
Mar 21, 2013
such dynamic movement. the violin keeps pace withthe pounding drums. its an exciting piece of music with wisps of beautiful melody winding throughout. nice.
Carlos Carranza
Mar 21, 2013
Wonderfull work amigo,Great to listen to your music again.!
VMP (USA)
Mar 20, 2013
The sweetest Celtic strings ever! Can just envision how grand this composition would sound and feel being performed live. A special treat.
GinNger SparklezZz
Mar 19, 2013
hi michael!! lots of layers in this! it's cinimatic to the max! i love the thumping drums. a very powerful celtic inspired song with a hint of the tribal past!!
Pinecats
Mar 18, 2013
Really enjoyed this one Michael. Relentless and driving forward yet with that meloncholy glance backwards. Full of life and emotional. Great Celtic heart and excellent mix and production.
Keyshardy
Mar 18, 2013
Authentic Celtic feel to this. Movings strings and rhythm flow so well..Inspiring stuff here! Excellent!!
Sounds by Ramolly
Mar 17, 2013
Outstanding!!!
Joe Hill
Mar 17, 2013
Wonderful my friend! I read the history lesson several times as I was fascinated to learn about this. A fitting tribute to those willing to sacrifice thier lives!