Mary Jane is a knowledgeable, admired and reputable musician within the domestic and international ‘world music’ market, a leader in the preservation of Celtic heritage, and an expert in Celtic culture and Gaelic music. She has earned several Juno and East Coast Music Award nominations and awards for her unique style that combines traditional Gaelic songs with modern musical arrangements. Well known for her unique vocals featured on the smash radio hit “Sleepy Maggie” (with Ashley MacIsaac), she has since composed and produced tracks for television, feature films, and specialty projects. Mary Jane has released five recordings; Storas (2005), Orain Ghaidhlig (2001), Lan Duil (1999), Suas e! (1997) and Bho Thir Nan Craobh (1995) and has toured extensively in the US, Canada and the UK.
Mary Jane’s latest recording “Storas” (Gaelic meaning "a treasure") is a stunning interpretation of Scottish Gaelic songs that have become part of Nova Scotia’s Gaelic tradition. Her hypnotic vocals and heartfelt delivery are complemented by modern instrumentation and arrangements. This unique approach brings these traditional songs alive for the listener.
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Hi Mary! Just recorded some new tunes with my band Bua. Sang a set of puirt just for you--well, almost--but I did sing one that I learned from you. Hope you enjoy it!
Dochas gu bheil rudan gu math leat. Tha mi a' tilleadh an ath sheachdainn a dh'Alba. Ni ceilidh orm nuiar a tha thu ann an Glaschu an ath thuras. Bi math gad fhaicinn. :-)
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
HI thnx for the friendship and it’s nice to know you! Think it’s nice to be connected with musicians all over the world. In music we are all alike and speak the same language!!! I think you have very nice music, I enjoyed listening to it…… really sounds GREAT ….love it !! Greets from “D E E Z E L” (Belgium) and lots of luck in every thing you do!! If you can find the time check out my music too (thnx)
Thanks for the add. Great to reconnect to my beloved Nova Scotia through you and your music. - Mark David Gerson author of "The MoonQuest" (largely written in Yarmouth & King's County, NS)
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