Album Notes

Paul Henle studied percussion with James Preiss at the Manhattan School of Music and was a founding member of the Manhattan Marimba Quartet. At the same time he was studying classical percussion, he was pursuing his interest in traditional Irish music, playing bodhran and bones at sessions around the city. He wrote his arrangements of O?Carolan?s harp pieces for the MMQ in the mid eighties. Paul plays with the Scottish dance band Tullochgorum, and with the Irish traditional band Odd Men Out.

This recording is the culmination of Paul's love of the marimba and Irish music. Together with his exquisite touch for percussion, he has created a rich musical sensation that has quickly caught on with listeners.

Here is what some people have said after buying it:

"I love the CD. I have a person who would really enjoy it as well, but I'm not willing to part with mine. You'll just have to send me another one."
- K.G.

"I love it! The 5th one was for me, but I want 5 more -- will give them to EVERYONE!"
- S.L.

"...enjoying the golden sound"
- K.O'S.

"It's a great disk that continues to give us pleasure."
- J.H.

"A veritable Celtic marimba tour de force!"
- S.S.

"Best CD of the Year!"
- B. McO.