Customer Reviews

The Power of Scotland

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I just got this CD and I have to say it is the worst thing I have ever heard. It starts with a horrible version of Dougie MacLean's Caledonia and then goes downhill from there. Every song is over-done, over-produced, and over not soon enough. It's like they're all trying to be a 1980's supergroup or heavy metal wannabe. I can't say for sure, but it sounds to me like many of the bagpipes are synthesized, not the real thing. The sound levels are uneven with very poor quality. I'd rate this a zero if it went that low. I would consider giving this away, but I wouldn't inflict this on anyone. There's a reason audio samples are not available for this.

As I listen to this album over and over again, each track grows on me and adds to my pride in being of Scottish heritage. "Caledonia," "Hector the Hero," "Slangeva" ("Cheers" in Gaelic), "Always Argyll" (even though I am a MacDonald of Glencoe descendant), "Highland Cathedral," "The Flower of Scotland," "Will Ye No Come Back Again" and "When the Pipers Play" are particular favorites but there is not a weak track in the album"s 17 selections. I am ordering additional copies as gifts for relatives. If you are a Scot, or simply love inspiring music, you will, too!

I love this CD, The Power of Scotland. It is a powerful tribute and the music brings tears to my eyes. It's one of my favourite CDs.

I was lucky enough to be at Hampden Stadium for the final of the NFL European Championship. Despite the final being between two German sides, the crowd were suitably entertained by some great Scottish music. Fish, ex of Marillion, sang the Frankie Miller classic Caledonia, which went down very well. Immediately afterwards the Scottish Claymores' cheerleaders came on to a piece of music that just made your hair stand on end. They danced to the track called The GAEL which is featured on this album. It is quite simply the best and most powerful piece of Pipe Band music you'll ever hear. Play it loud, play it proud. A wonderful tune, performed brilliantly by the massed bands of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Great Stuff!