Album Notes

Hailed as "a master flatpicker" (SING OUT!), Robin is also one of a handful of masters of the cittern, a flat-backed double-strung instrument often called a bouzouki. He roams the musical landscape with a wide palette of skills, bringing his unique vision of influences to Celtic music. Hear a hard-driving flatpicker, a lyrical fingerstyle guitarist and an old-time swing fiddler, all in one.

"A time-served folkie of the highest calibre... His technical excellence is in evidence throughout and yet never hastens the natural flow of the music."
CLASSICAL GUITAR MAGAZINE




Dear Listener,
Traditional music has always been and continues to be a living and evolving process. It reflects the lives and experiences not only of generations long past but we who live here on the cusp of the millennium. While my own artistic path is grounded in the music of the Celtic lands, I also recognize that music speaks the truth regardless of geographic origin, transcending cultural differences and reminding us that we are all one. This music, then, is an American Celtic celebration, joyously drawing inspiration from many traditions, honoring ancient roots and reaching out to greet the future. - RB