Following the success of her debut album ‘Bluebells are Blooming’ in 2016, County Clare flute player Bríd O’Gorman has recently released her second album entitled ‘The Idle Road’. This album is a representation of Bríd’s steady, rhythmic style of flute playing and showcases the rich musical heritage of County Clare. It is a combination of old and new tunes and includes one of Bríd’s own compositions called ‘In Ómós do Liam’. Bríd grew up in Liscannor, County Clare, and began playing the tin whistle at the age of 5. She progressed onto the flute when she was 7. Her music has brought her to many great places, and she has become a prominent performer and teacher. Joining Bríd on some tracks on the album are her sons Diarmuid on banjo and Gearóid on fiddle, along with her daughter Síomha on concertina and harp. Michael Landers on guitar, and Eoin O’Neill on bouzouki, provide rich, soulful accompaniment on the album, and greatly enhance the tunes. Bríd’s sister Caitríona and Caitríona’s children join her on the final track of the album, finishing the album with a rousing set of reels. ‘The Idle Road’ encapsulates the style of music of Bríd and her family and friends. Martin O’Malley, of Malbay Studios in Miltown, Co.Clare, has captured Bríd’s clarity of sound on the flute, and her incredible tone and the album promises to be a captivating listening experience for all. For further information visit bridogorman.com.
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