Oct 14, 2021
Welcome to
Hang the Holly. I'll introduce you to LIZ MADDEN as we take an
inside look at artists in the latest episode of the Celtic
Christmas Podcast.
"Little Christmas" is the final episode of 2020. It features
Christmas music from The Jig Is Up, Cynthia Shelhart, Steel Clover,
Abbots Cross, Liz Madden, Laura MacKenzie, Reilly, Sharon Shannon,
deCeadaoin, Tiffany Schaefer, Emish, Stephanie Claussen, Celtic
Woman, Runa, The Selkie Girls
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And now on to Liz Madden
Irish-born singer Liz Madden is a classically trained vocalist
with multiple artistic talents. Not only does she have a cache of
her own solo albums, but she is an actress and musical theater
performer as well. In addition, she has done voiceover work and
it’s easy to see why—her gentle, bright, clear voice is a pleasure
to listen to, whether she is speaking or singing. Madden has delved
deeply into studying the things she is interested in, and holds a
Masters degree in music, and she is working toward one in theology
as well. Her list of accomplishments really does go on and on, and
they include everything from songwriting credits for film and
television, to producing a live show, to winning multiple awards
throughout the course of her career.
Such a full and total immersion in the arts shows fierce
passion and a dedication to creating, and this is apparent in
Madden’s musical history. She has contributed to 12 albums, and is
actively involved in collaborating with other musical artists on a
regular basis. Her albums tend to favor simple arrangements that
allow her beautiful voice to be the centerpiece, with instruments
serving as a support, rather than the central focus. It works well,
and Madden’s voice is definitely worthy of having a place that is
front and center. She has certainly earned it, developing her voice
as a well-honed instrument in its own right. Not all singers are
blessed with such an even measure of talent and passion, but this
is a singer that certainly has a heaping spoonful of both.
Her holiday album, "Liz Madden’s Christmas Celebration" offers
nearly an hour of music that ranges from delights such as the
French carol Noel Nouvelet to some of the more expected holiday
favorites like Joy to the World, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas.
The satisfying mixture of simple arrangements and a classically
trained voice make this singer's holiday album a perfect choice for
the season. A well thought-out grouping of 17 tracks provides a
solid Christmas soundtrack that would make a terrific gift—or would
blend in well with nearly any rotation of holiday music you may
already own. Whatever you do, be sure not to miss Madden’s version
of Silent Night—it’s a song that was meant to be covered by a
vocalist with her range, and she does it beautifully, hitting those
high notes with confidence and clarity.
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