Thegither an' a', (Together and All), 2003, 17 tracks and 13
performers. This inspired and impressive collection of songs and tunes showcases traditional Scottish classics, seamless originals, and contemporary gems, with help from an assembly of Celtic, folk, rock and jazz musicians, including Darrel Lea on electric guitar, Clark Jamison on tabla, Colin Mahoney on drums and percussion, and Mike MacFarland on keyboard.
Maria & Megan recorded Thegither an’ a’, a collection of Scottish
and Scots inspired songs and tunes, at the reknowned Z'gwon,th Studio in Lawrence, Kansas, 2003. The CD consists of 17 tracks in a pleasing range of styles: sweet and simple, haunting and wild, delightfully tuneful, and irresistibly upbeat. There are well-known (and not-so-well-known) traditional numbers, and some contemporary gems. There’s a Gaelic lament, and a buoyant pop version of an old Jacobite favourite. The originals fit seamlessly alongside the other tracks. “Mackintosh” is a high point, a brilliantly orchestrated epic and a sensitive portrayal of the life and art of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his wife Margaret MacDonald, who lived and worked in Glasgow. Another standout song is the sensual and evocative “Hey, Soldier”, which delivers a grim, yet touching view of World War II. The two performers are joined in the studio by a wealth of musical friends, both old and new, a real coming “together and all”.
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What they say about Thegither an’a’:
“A deeply beautiful and mature work...one of the best new world music releases..\"
-Barry Lee KKFI-FM Signal to Noise
What they say about Maria and Megan’s other group Uncle Dirtytoes:
“Their music is a real treat! It has all the inspiration, nuances and
optimism that remind me of why I got into writing and performing music
An incredibly diverse and unique collection of Scottish and original songs and tunes, ranging from sweet acoustic songs to passionate rock orchestrations and progressive conceptual pieces; truly beautiful and inspired music. Compact Disc includes booklet with art, photos, lyrics and full credits.
Original material (3,7,8,9,10,14,15) copyright Maria Anthony. All else traditional, except Broadford Bazaar by Ian Anderson and The Bruce by Alastair McDonald, both of which appear by license/permission.
