Through the Fields – Al Murphy / Fiddle Tunes From the Midwest Heartland / Audio CD

UPC 759401030528

Product Details:

• Label: Global Village Music
• Format: CD, Album
• Release Date: 1987
• Genre: Folk, World, & Country
• Total Runtime: Approx. 40 minutes

Overview:

Through the Fields showcases Al Murphy’s masterful fiddling, supported by the talented ensemble Harvest Home. The album features a blend of lesser-known gems and lively, well-loved melodies, offering listeners a spirited journey through time and tradition. Highlights include the melodic “Grand Valley Waltz,” the spirited “Crippled Turkey,” and the intricate “Jig Medley” blending Irish classics. The vibrant instrumentation includes Bob Black on banjo, Joe Peterson on mandolin, Warren Hanlin on guitar, and Aleta Murphy on bass, delivering a rich and textured sound.

As described by Art Rosenbaum, the album strikes a balance between technical brilliance and heartfelt storytelling, bringing the past to life with warmth and vitality.

Track Listing:

1. Through the Fields – 2:47
2. Duke of Fife's Welcome to Deeside – 2:52
3. Pike's Peak – 2:33
4. Grand Valley Waltz – 2:40
5. Herman's Hornpipe – 2:41
6. The Musical Priest – 2:22
7. Crippled Turkey – 2:58
8. Pacific Slope – 2:51
9. Jig Medley: The Unfortunate Rake/St. Patrick's Day in the Morning/Father O'Flynn – 3:05
10. Shelburne Reel – 2:35
11. Best Old Coon Dog – 2:50
12. Salty River Reel – 1:38
13. The Weeping Heart – 3:37
14. Katy Warren Breakdown – 3:38

Key Credits:

• Fiddle: Al Murphy
• Banjo: Bob Black
• Guitar: Warren Hanlin
• Mandolin: Joe Peterson
• Bass: Aleta Murphy
• Production: Global Village Music