Album insights
Daniel Hope explores his deep connection to Ireland with the release of his latest album, "Irish Roots." This bond traces back to his great-grandfather on his father's side, who left Ireland in the 1890s to settle in South Africa. Driven by a lasting fascination with Irish culture, Hope delves into the fusion of folk and classical music, taking listeners on a journey of discovery. The album features classics like "Danny Boy," Vivaldi's "L'estro armonico" concertos, as well as works by Ina Boyle and harpist Turlough O'Carolan. Collaborating with a range of esteemed artists including Lúsiana, harpist Siobhán Armstrong, flutists Sir James and Lady Jeanne Galway, singer Rea Garvey, multi-instrumentalist Ross Daly, fellow violinist Simos Papanas, and the Thessaloniki State Symphony Orchestra conducted by Daniel Geiss, Hope's album promises familiar tunes intertwined with creative ventures and musical surprises.