Celtic Soundscrapes

Hidden long ago by Merlin the magician in a secret cave on the remote isle of Ynys Enlli, the Thirteen Treasures of Ancient Britain lie buried. Protected by enchantments they await Arthur’s return ...

The Sword of Rydderch Hael

Etched into the edge of the sword is the memory of each blow. Does it ring with a song of freedom, a call to battle, or a funeral dirge?
Bass, Guitar, Keyboard

The Hamper of Gwyddno Garanhir

A vast feast is packed inside the magic hamper - enough to feed many weary wanderers along the roadside.
Keyboard, Ladder, Percussion - Withies by Dizzy

The Drinking Horn of Bran

The horn dispenses unlimited intoxication ... strange dreams ... adventures into other realms ... rude awakenings!
Keyboard, Vocals - Additional Vocals by Dizzy

The Chariot of Morgan

Holding tightly onto the reins our journey takes us through many strange lands as we travel life’s path. Frequently our destination is not as we anticipated. However, the outcome may still surprise and delight us ...
During the recording of this piece my old Moog synthesiser finally met it’s end. Those last atonal groans and squeals were definitely not the destination I envisaged at the outset!
Bass, Guitar, Keyboards

The Halter of Clytho Eiddyn

In order to summon the horse of your dreams while you sleep, hang the enchanted halter from the end of your bed overnight and canter through the unconscious realms ...
Bass, Keyboard, Indian Drum, Jaws Harp

The Knife of Llaw Frodedd

The subtle knife brings clarity. Picking apart, cutting through, piercing, carving, shaping, each mark unique. The enchanted knife will prepare food for a host of men.
Bass, Acoustic Guitar, Keyboard

The Cauldron of Dyrnwch

Dyrnwch’s cauldron conjures recipes from long ago with echoes of exotic scents and tastes beyond our present. It spans the hungry gap between yearning and satisfaction, but will not cook the meat of a coward.
Keyboard - Live at Ho Ho Chi Heaven

The Whetstone of Tudwal Tydglyd

A whetstone usually sharpens, but in unskilled hands can also blunt. As the stone sings, bellows pump, hammers ring, a deadly sword is born.
Keyboards, Coffee grinder, Whistling - Bath, Toilet and Coffee grinder by Dizzy

The Coat of Padarn Redcoat

Padarn’s red coat offers protection from the elements and will only be worn by a true nobleman.
Bass, Bazouki, Ocarina

The Crock of Rhygenydd

Contained within the depths of the crock, beneath the swirling water nourishing visions begin to form.
Keyboard - Saxophone and Bombard by Dizzy

The Dish of Rhygenydd

As the meal is consumed we are transported into the extraordinary scenes described in the ornate decorations around the rim. Eventually the familiar whirls within sight again as, faster and faster, we are spun back to the present replete.
Keyboards, Bells - Ankle bells and Dancing by Dizzy

The Chessboard of Gwenddolau

Probably a Gwydl Ball board but who’s counting. While the magic chessboard plays itself it will tell stories of other worlds.
Bass, Keyboard, Dharbuka, Vocal - additional vocal by Dizzy

Arthur's Cloak of invisibility

Tales of previous owners are woven into its fabric. If you wear the cloak for too long you will lose touch with your own reality.
Guitar, Keyboard

All compositions created and played by Chaparral Andrew Hodges unless otherwise credited.
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