The book of kells, an 8thcentury manuscript filled with lush pictures illustrating the. The music on this album was originally commissioned and conceived as. This cd is a 2002 remaster of the original 1992 album. Listen free to iona the book of kells kells opening theme, revelation and more. The original band was a trio comprised of dave bainbridge, joanna hogg, and dave fitzgerald.
After a viking raid, the book was moved to kells, ireland, sometime in the 9th century. The book of kells was probably produced in a monastery on the isle of iona, scotland, to honor saint columba in the early 8th century. Divine presence, iona, irish day, open sky, here i stand, when i survey, the search, treasure, heavens bright sun, lindisfarne, and much more. Feb 23, 2012 faith cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. The book of kells contains the four gospels in latin based on the vulgate text which st jerome completed in 384ad, intermixed with readings from the earlier old latin translation. Your item will be previously owned but still in great condition. Iona the book of kells promotional cd 1992, cd discogs.
Ionas second studio album, as the title suggests, is a concept piece based on the book of kells. Find iona discography, albums and singles on allmusic. Ccm magazine usa, november 1992 finally, the most evocative release of all. More details the book of kells not available by iona released in 1992 cd. The book of kells is a music studio album recording by iona prog folk progressive rock released in 1992 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette.
The gospel texts are prefaced by other texts, including canon tables, or concordances of gospel passages common to two or more of the evangelists. Book of kells, decoration and ornament, celtic, bible. The music on this album was originally commissioned and conceived as an interpretation in sound of the. The abbey of kells mainistir cheanannais in irish is a former monastery in kells, county meath, ireland, 40 miles 64 km north of dublin. The book of kells contains lavishly decorated copy, in latin, of the four gospels. To be honesti dont know what the book of kells is, but based on the song titles i would venture to say that it is a biblical reference.
Faith is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace and gratitude. It was founded in the early 9th century, and the book of kells was kept there during the later medieval and early modern periods before finally leaving the abbey in the 1650s. The book of kells was probably produced early in the 9th century by the monks of iona. Like most of the other early iona albums, this one seems a bit overly long to me. This cd is iona s own personal production with their first 3 cd s. Iona had become masters on producing ethereal, celticinfluenced music with rock tendencies and the book of kells shows a band on the rise, creating monumental, ancient soundscapes, flashed with modern tunes and echoes via the use of electric guitars and the rhythm section. Ccm magazine, october 1992 book of kells touches something elemental, resonating as few albums can. Cd 2 the book of kells companion audio disk likely running order. See details iona the book of kells 1992 cd forefront orig press rare. Book of kells is named after a manuscript written in the 8th century ad in iona, scotland and kells in ireland.
Kells from iona enjoy all the music albums and top video tracks of iona here on frogtoon music. Notes tucows, inc has graciously donated a copy of this software to the internet archives tucows software archive for long term preservation and access. I stand on ground ive walked before to seek the way and see the night become the dawn to show the path the goose has flown a time will come and truth reveal the glory of. The subject matter is the four gospels and is said to be so richly illustrated that the colours are stiil vivid today 1200 years later. Iona returned in 1992 with the book of kells, a concept album with several tracks based on pages from the eponymous book. Iona, the vikings and the making of the book of kells published in features, issue 3 mayjune20, medieval history pre1500, vikings, volume 21 it has been suggested that this chirho initial, with its dazzling range of colour and intricate patterns, would have taken months, perhaps even a year, to complete. Iona book of kells iona cd r0vg the cheap fast free post. Click on a cover or more details for photos, audio. With a staggering 73 minutes of music on the cd it is a rather daunting listening experience with possibly two or maybe three too many ambient, billowing instrumentals to hold together with any kind of programming coherence. The book turning darkness into light when iona was attacked. Distributed in the usa by forefront communications group.
It was stolen in the 11th century, at which time its cover was torn off and it was thrown into a ditch. Containing the recently reissued first three albums. Crossing the territories of mike oldfield and kate bush was more. The book of kells is an illuminated manuscript gospel book in latin, containing the four gospels of the new testament together with various prefatory texts and tables. This cd is ionas own personal production with their first 3 cds. It has long been associated with st colum cille c 521597 ad who founded his principal monastery on the island of iona, off the west coast of scotland, in about 561. It may have something to do with the book of kells being such a valueformoney release. Gospels book of kells, bible, illumination of books and manuscripts publisher london, new york, the studio ltd. The three were augmented on this album by about a half dozen session players, one of whom, troy donnockley would eventually become a member of the band as well. Iona the book of kells lyrics and tracklist genius.
Iona, the vikings and the making of the book of kells. The first album iona concentrated mostly on the history of the island of iona, from which the band got its name. Iona is a progressive rock album by iona, released in 1990. Terl bryant took over on drums and percussion for this album after the departure of frank van essen. Not available 4 cds and full colour 60 page booklet. In this section you can find info on all the iona cd and dvd releases, and many of the great solo and collaborative projects by the band members. Iona, the vikings and the making of the book of kells published in features, issue 3 mayjune20, medieval history pre1500, vikings, volume 21 it has been suggested that this chirho initial, with its dazzling range of colour and intricate patterns, would have taken months, perhaps even a.
Iona, the book of kells, and beyond these shores all three albums remastered and a number of tracks remixed especially for this release. Iona s second studio album, as the title suggests, is a concept piece based on the book of kells. The disc will play perfectly without interruption and the case, inlay notes and sleeve may show limited signs of wear. The book of kells is a music studio album recording by iona prog folkprogressive rock released in 1992 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette.
Iona college celebrates new lapenta school of business. Nov 22, 2019 the book of kells was probably produced in a monastery on the isle of iona, scotland, to honor saint columba in the early 8th century. Iona chi rho book of kells promotional video1992 youtube. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. This was the debut album from this group which progressed throughout occasional live appearances and an occasional appearance on record. Iona made their debut on to the world stage with this their first album in 1990. Though iona is included with enya and clannad in the list of contemporary celtic artists, the scottish bands influences including jazzfusion, progrock and ancient christian themes are more varied. The book of kells is a progressive rock album by iona. Iona cd the book of kells 1992 word uk ltd rare upc. The book of kells is an illuminated manuscript of the four gospels.
Albums are presented in chronological order starting with the most recent. The book of kells, an 8thcentury manuscript filled with lush pictures illustrating the gospels, possibly originating from the monastery at iona, serves as the albums namesake. This is my first iona cd and is unlikely to be the last. Edit release all versions of this release new submission. Visit decluttr for great deals and super savings with free shipping today. To be honesti dont know what the book of kells is, but based. Classic iona cd with waves of music and the singing of joanne hogg which rides the waves and at times pierces through them. Faith cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed.
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