Learn to sing with Artichoke folksingers Kate Power & Steve Einhorn, and vocal coach Kristina Armetta. Let us coach you through the basics of breathing & vocal exercises as well as melody & harmony with folk songs you know and love. Turn your stereo balance left or right to focus on melody or harmony on any song. This is a perfect singing tool while you commute or in the privacy of your home. Good lessons for every voice at every age!

(Right-click on mp3s and select "Save Target As...")

1. Travis John  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
2. Kitchen Waltz  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
3. Hillbilly Lovesong  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
4. Best You Can  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
5. Annabelle  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
6. Mercy High, Mercy Low  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
7. Olive Oil's Song for Popeye  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
8. Nova Scotia  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
9. Ole Dad  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
10. Nothin' Doin  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
11. If I Were Free  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
12. Castle of Dromore  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]
13. Something Once  [RealAudio | mp3(Low) | mp3(High)]

"PEARLS", the Tribute Collection is here! Kate Power & Steve Einhorn's "PEARLS" features the haunting new "Travis John" recently featured on Oregon ArtBeat, followed by a dozen top songs from "Dancing in the Kitchen", "Harbour", "Now & Then" and "Tales from Puddletown". "PEARLS" was catalyzed by our neighbor, the young Marine who lost his life in Iraq and inspired his song "Travis John". We dedicate "PEARLS" to his memory & to his family. Folks are raving (happily) about the album. We hope you'll like it too.

1. Nothin' Doin' [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
2. Ole Dad [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
3. Bridget O'Malley [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
4. Killin' the Blues [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
5. Oracle [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
6. These Are My Mountains [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
7. Hillbilly Lovesong [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
8. Other Side of Never [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
9. Major Miner Breakdown [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
10. Some of Shelly's Blues [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
11. Undressed Melody [Samples: RealAudio mp3]

Crafted on a dare from fans who were wanting and waiting for more, this album was created in "The Trench" with co-producer, Gregg Williams with great results! From Bayou to Celtic to pure Americana, Power & Einhorn pair up in harmonic convergence that makes good medicine out of all their songs. Bringing in a band of Portland's finest musicians, the arrangements crafted around these songs are solid, seasoned and gorgeous to listen to. Keeping an organic approach and never ones to head for the over-produced sounds, the quality here is real, up close, intimate & earthy coupled with superb musicianship and potent talent at the board. The writing is beautiful, the pace upbeat, the harmonies will make you swoon and the themes are classic Power & Einhorn. This cd is likely to be in your rotation for a long time to come.

Kate Power: Vocals, DADGAD Guitar, Banjo, Bodhran
Steve Einhorn: Vocals, Guitar, High-Strung Guitar, 6-string Banjo, Marv Drum, Zils
Gregg Williams: Drums & Percussion
Phil Baker: Bass
Mark Spangler: Electric Guitar
Harley James: Pedal Steel
Mike Van Liew: Piano
Courtney Von Drehle: Accordion on "Nothin' Doin"
Brian Davis: Percussion on Oracle
Lex Browning: Fiddle & Mandolin
Dan Compton: Fiddle
Mick Doherty Hammered Dulcimer
Jim Walker: Accordion on "These Are My Mountains, Organ on "Killin' the Blues"
Jim Chapman: Pennywhistles
Jim Smith: Cello
Jewel Shield: Harp
Ken Einhorn: Sitar

1. Old Bullfrog [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
2. Bold Fisherman [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
3. Guabi, Guabi [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
4. The Milking Song/Marquerite [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
5. Candy Man [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
6. James [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
7. River Waltz [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
8. Animal Band [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
9. Soalcake [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
10.Columbia River Lullaby [Samples: RealAudio mp3]
11.Castle of Dromore [Samples: RealAudio mp3]

In concert with the production of "Now & Then", Kate & Steve slipped in the kids album they've always wanted to do and hadn't gotten around to UNTIL NOW! The best all-ages children's album in years, this collection of songs is designed for the enjoyment of the parents as much as it is for the youngsters. Designed to begin getting your young one ready for sweet dreams, these songs will give you a melodious background to move through the paces from the bathtub to the crib. If they're not sleeping by the end of the last lullaby, it won't be because of the music! From Power's original old-time banjo tune, "Old Bullfrog" , Einhorn's irrepressibly wonderful rendition of Rev. Gary Davis' "Candy Man" to the oldest Irish lullaby on record, "Castle of Dromore", Kate Power & Steve Einhorn bring a menagerie of original, traditional and ancient songs to your child's repertoire.

Kate Power: Vocals, DADGAD Guitar, 5-String Banjo
Steve Einhorn: Vocals, Guitar, High-Strung Guitar, Ukulele, 6-String Banjo, Horn Lips
Gregg Williams: Drums & Percussion
Phil Baker: Bass
Courtney Von Drehle: Accordion
Harley James: Pedal Steel
Mike Van Liew: Piano, Trumpet
Lex Browning: Fiddle
Dan Compton: Fiddle
Mick Doherty: Hammered Dulcimer, Upright Bass "Old Bullfrog"
Jim Chapman: Pennywhistles
Brian Davis: Percussion on "Guabi, Guabi"

1. Catfish John (Bob McDill & Allen Reynolds) [Sample: mp3]
2. Killin' the Blues (Roly Salley)
3. Sweet Lies (Brendan Smith)
4. Pancho and Lefty (Townes Van Zandt) [Sample: mp3]
5. West Virginia My Home (Hazel Dickens)
6. Timberbound (John and Kim Cunick) [Sample: mp3]
7. Willow and Lily (Brendan Smith)
8. Whole World Round (Traditional, Arr. Steve Einhorn)
9. Adventures of the Invisible Dog (Alan Wachs) [Sample: mp3]
10. A Smile and A Tear (Alan Wachs)

20th Anniversary re-issue brings this Steve Einhorn classic for the first time to CD. Originally released by Kicking Mule in 1983, this collection of contemporary songs reflects the guitar-pickin' life of Northwest folksinger, Steve Einhorn with themes of life, home, the many faces of love and moving on. Played with a seminal cross section of A-list west coast musicians including Darol Anger on fiddle, Mike Marshall on mandolin, Hot Tuna's Will Scarlett on harmonica, Barbara Higbie on piano, Danny Carnahan on vocal harmony and Chris Caswell on accordions. A memorable selection of songs by great songwriters of our time including "Catfish John" by Bob McDill & Allen Reynolds, "Killin' the Blues" by Roly Salley, "Pancho & Lefty" by Townes Van Zandt, "West Virginia My Home" by Hazel Dickens, "Timberbound" by John & Kim Cunick, Brendan Smith's "Sweet Lies" and "Willow & Lily", and "Adventures of an Invisible Dog" and "A Smile and a Tear" by Alan Wachs.

1. The Best You Can [Samples: mp3]
2. Annabelle [Samples: RealPlayer]
3. Sirens
4. The End is Not in Sight
5. Mercy High, Mercy Low (Cathy's Song)
6. Mariachi Man
7. Olive Oil's Song to Popeye [Samples: RealPlayer mp3]
8. If I Were Free
9. Something Once
10. El Belle [Samples: RealPlayer mp3]

This debut collaboration of one of the most dynamic songwriting duos in the Pacific Northwest is full of beautiful songs, live double guitars & gorgeous harmonies. A culmination of songs that reflect a few poignant years in the lives of the players, the sounds and feel of this album has brought accolades from all over the country for its depth, simplicity, gorgeous guitar work, beautiful harmonies and stunning songwriting. "The music you hear here is just the two of us. Over a few short days, we sat down in 'The Digs' with our guitars and sang our songs the way we do in our kitchen, behind the counter at our folk music shop, Artichoke Music, and for our audiences around the country. These songs are knitted with our lives. We could have brought in a dozen of our favorite instruments and musician friends but dared instead to do it bare bones and let the listeners fill in the parts we left implied."

1. Kitchen Waltz [Samples: RealPlayer mp3]
2. Walkalong
3. If I Found My Love
4. Hard Times
5. Merle's Waltz
6. Islander
7. Nova Scotia [Samples: RealPlayer mp3]
8. Sweet Air
9. Old Salt
10. Wild Wind

Celtic to country, this romantic album has been a musical catalyst famous for getting people dancing in their kitchens and singing along over and again. The songs, a rich composite of originals by Kate Power, have natural influences of her Celtic ancestry, New England origins and western migration to the Pacific Northwest. Covered by several artists around the country and included in celtic compilations from "Hearts O'Space", the songs are captivating, well-crafted and beautifully delivered. Power's DADGAD guitar in duet with Einhorn's fine guitar-picking and rich vocal harmony lays a rich foundation for the great lick added by the premier players surrounding the songs. Featuring Harley James on pedal steel, Spud Siegel on mandolin, Dan Schulte on bass, Bill Rhoades on harmonica, Sylvia Hackathorn on pennywhistle, some select pieces with Aidan Brennan on guitar & harmonies. Scottish fiddler & co-producer, Johnny Cunningham played on a few favorites, giving the album a beautiful finish on Nova Scotia, Sweet Air & Old Salt. Dar Williams made a special trip into the shop to let us know that this was her favorite album the year it came out! A true favorite.

1. John O' Dreams 3:45 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
2. Kate Power: Castle of Dromore 4:53 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
3. Connamara Cradle Song 5:28 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
4. A Nightingale's Lullaby 3:37 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
5. Asleep in My Arms 3:47 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
6. Theid mi Dhachaigh (The MacKenzie Lullaby) 3:04
7. Christina 3:33
8. Lagan Love 3:23
9. Suantraithe (Lullabies) 3:52
10. Suantrai 2:43
11. Irish Lullaby 4:33
12. Lullabye 3:52
13. Gartan Mother's Lullaby 4:42
14. All Through the Night 5:02

Review courtesy of Valley Entertainment:

The latest addition to our international hit Celtic Twilght series is a splendid collection of vocal and instrumental lullabies which set an idyllic mood; deep and thoughtful lyrics keep the adult mind engaged. This might be the perfect gift for parents and children of all ages. The Celtic Twilght series ventures into the soul of the Celtic experience and offers a vision beyond boundaries. The emotional range is far-reaching: joyous dances, haunting laments, lovely airs and the pure enchantment of the feminine vocal. Now Hearts of Space producers AL EVERS and STEPHEN HILL take the next logical step in presenting Celtic Twilght 3: Lullabies, a new 14-track collection of some of the most nurturing songs in the world.

Contemporary artists from Ireland, Scotland, and the U.S. tap into the wellspring of Celtic tradition, while taking the unique ambience of the Hearts of Space style to another level. On the opening track, ARCADY's "John O'Dreams," the playful steps of BRENDAN POWER's harmonica and NIAMH PARSONS' affectionate vocals are set against a delightfully pastoral landscape of guitar, strings and woodwinds. The lyric refrain, "All things are equal when the day is done," breathes a hope-filled message to the world. The other ARCADY track, "Lullabye," featuring a wonderful vocal performance by FRANCES and MARY BLACK, supports the theme of reunication after periods of sorrow.

Four songs, newly commissioned for Lullabies, will enthrall both Celtic enthusiasts and new listeners. KATE POWER's deliciously dusky voice and delicate guitar work showcase the evocative lyrics of Castle of Dromore. Similarly, the rened folk sensibility of JULIE LAST's original "Nightingale's Lullaby," and the gentle blend of synths and harp of BARBARA HIGBIE's "Asleep in My Arms," open a path to dream-lands. Finally, a new instrumental by JEFF JOHNSON and BRIAN DUNNING, "All Through The Night," joins ambient strains and Celtic visions, with definite soundtrack appeal.

Roots enthusiasts will enjoy ALASDAIR FRASER's "Christina," with its charming dedication to a sweet-voiced 8-year-old Gaelic singer. This instrumental piece is carried by Fraser's rich ddle and viola. Another authentic selection is dynamic ex-Mouth Music vocalist TALITHA MACKENZIE's all Gaelic "MacKenzie Lullaby," a family standard from Scotland.

For sheer richness, choral works by BILL DOUGLAS and ANUNA have been included. Douglas' simply titled, "Irish Lullaby" is a broad-minded, innovative piece set to a poem by 19th century poet Alfred Graves, and the enchanting, ethereal performance by the ARS NOVA SINGERS is on par with the nest of world choirs. The Irish choir Anuna's "Suantrai (Lullaby)" brings to mind the sweeping sounds of 1996's hit album Songs of Sanctuary by Adiemus.

In addition to the pieces already mentioned, stunning vocals are abundant. Noirn Ni Riain's "Suantraithe (Lullabies)" begins in an otherworldly state and slows sweetly to a deeply emotional sigh, recalling Kate Bush's "This Woman's Work." The interplay between voice and instrumentation produces moments of unmatched beauty. MAIRID SULLIVAN's Connamara Cradle Song, the source of the American folk classic "Down in the Valley," is equally strong, as Ms. Sullivan's powerful vocal complements a bold use of Uillean pipes and tin whistle.

An instrumental highlight is Todd Denham's pipes playing on WILLIAM COULTER's "Lagan Love," a calming, restful track guided by Coulter's production.

No lullaby compilation would seem complete without a contribution from children's favorite LINDA ARNOLD. Her "Gartan Mother's Lullaby" is a treasured addition, full of grace and harmony.

Hearts of Space has again succeeded in compiling some of todays finest musicians for an honest and un-gimmicked look at the new Celtic tradition. Celtic Twilght 3: Lullabies is an idyllic resting place, a world of aural healing for this generation and for many to come.

1. Darklight 5:26 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
2. Two Shores 4:00 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
3. Spanish Point 4:05 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
4. Return to Inishmore 3:24 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
5. The Immigrant 6:00 [Sample: mp3 RealAudio]
6. Kate Power: Wild Wind 4:13
7. Where Horses of Faery Hide 5:38
8. Blackthorne 3:26
9. Seacht Suailici 4:38
10. Ou Sube a Terra 2:33
11. Lament 5:35
12. Glan Mor Heli 2:46
13. The Drowning Plains 3:29
14. White Wings 3:37

Review courtesy of Valley Entertainment:

Celtic Music Round the World is the theme for the 4th release in our international hit Celtic Twilight series. This collection showcases the creativity of the Celtic genre from international artists as well as those from the home sod of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Many current multi-ethnic collaborations involving Celtic musicians and instruments have brought great success to the world music arena. To no surprise, genre enthusiasts often want to search for the roots of traditional musics and for doors to various new possibilities. The Hearts of Space label has done their part in showcasing the contemporary Celtic side of the spectrum, as well as related hybrid forms, with their international hit Celtic Twilight series. Celtic Planet, a 14-song compilation of Celtic-based songs by an multi-ethnic cast of musicians, is their latest offering.

Like its predecessor Lullabies, Celtic Twilight 4: CelticPlanet is an inspiring concentration of Celtic sound, with the Hearts of Space nod to the global community, and energizing forum for creative artists. A featured track, SHEILA CHANDRA's "Lament of McCrimmon/Song of the Banshee", brings to mind Baaba Maal's "Call to Prayer" and other mystical hymns by her Real World labelmates at its inception but unfolds to reveal a Celtic lament, complete with Chandra's ever-mysterious vocals.

Following notes across fading borders, Dubliner Declan Masterson's "Spanish Point" serves as a reminder of the Celtic outpost in Spain. The delicate interplay of flamenco guitar and whistles moves past nostalgia to an ancient, common longing. CARLOS NUNEZ's "Two Shores" is even more Latin, but with flauta standing out in the breezy mix. The track also features the stylized-guitar and mandolin work of RY COODER.

The Pacific Northwest is another Celtic bastion and a home to folkster KATE POWER and harp guitarist JOHN DOAN, whose respective tracks "Wild Wind" and "Where Horses of Faery Hide" are expertly produced by Nightnoise's BILLY OSKAY. Power's rich, well-articulated vocals on the chorus, "Oh Wild Wind, won't you blow and carry me to my love," enhances the need for love and unity. Doan's track is a wistful journey througha mythic space, cymbal washing in heroic parades and whistling the commencements.

Hypnotic instrumentals include "Darklight", which finds the renownedIrish piper DAVY SPILLANE accompanied by GREG BOLAND's deep-toned guitarwork, and Norwegian composer and keyboardist OYSTEIN SEVAG's "White Wings," an impressionistic triumph of an original melody, Celtic in inflection and emotion as the famous Londonderry Air. Here, the peace dove glides with strings of the London Philharmonia Orchestra and a delightful silver flute solo.

Ethereal vocals are found in brilliant performances by ANUNA, Aoife Ni Fhearraigh and Carreg Lafar. A breathtaking vocal delivery by MEAV NI MHAOLCHATHA on Anuna's rendering of a 15th century text called"Blackthorn" is elevated further by their gracious vocal ensemble. Clannad's MAIRE BRENNAN props young Aoife's singing ability and puts the band's detailed production stamp on the stimulating "Seacht Suailci na Maighdine Muire." The traditional Welsh piece "Glan More Heli" is given new life by Carreg Lafar, all due to Linda Owen-Jones' phonetic mastery.

Pipes aficionados must not miss "O Afiador De Tella" from the Latin outfit FIA NA ROCA and brothers MYCHAEL and JEFF DANNA's "The Drowning Plains." Xabier Bueno's Galician pipe is powerful and dramatic, as are the various uillean and highland pipes atop heartbeat drumming on the Dannas' rousing fantasia.

Irish-American JOANIE MADDEN returns to the Celtic Twilight line-up with her instrumental "The Immigrant", and makes her Irish whistle solos shine through a gentle landscape. Labelmate BILL DOUGLAS' "Return to Inishmore" finds the Scotch-Irish descended composer paying homage to Blake, Graves, and the poetic greats with piano and woodwinds, both joyous and ascending.

If not a solid ending to an emotional quartet, Celtic Twilight 4: CelticPlanet is a clear demonstration of unification through music, and anaffirmation of a place, both contemplative and spirited, where the heartbeat is certainly not a forgotten sound.

1. Chris Kennedy "Big Dick Cheney Man" (by Chris Kennedy)
2. Tracy Grammer w/Donny Wright "Ordinary Town" (by Dave Carter)
3. Misty River "Only Love" (by Chris Kokesh)
4. Kate Power/Steve Einhorn "Annabelle" (by Steve Einhorn)
5. Utah Phillips "All Used Up" (by Utah Phillips)
6. Tom May w/Fuzzy Purcell and Dylan May "Hands Up" (by David Rea)
7. Andrew Calhoun w/ Fuzzy Purcell "Joy" (by Andrew Calhoun)
8. Kate Power/Steve Einhorn "Ole Dad" (by Kate Power)
9. Misty River "The Cuckoo" (Trad.)
10. Tracy Grammer w/Donny Wright "The Mountain" (by Dave Carter)
11. Andrew Calhoun "Tiger Tatto" (by Andrew Calhoun)
12. Chris Kennedy W/Tom and Dylan May "Jack London" (by Chris Kennedy)
13. Utah Phillips "Railroading Across the Great Divide" (by Utah Phillips)
14. Tracy Grammer w/Donny Wright, Andrew Calhoun, Misty River, and Tom May "Gentle Arms of Eden" (by Dave Carter)

Review courtesy of Waterbug:

"The ongoing experiment in community building known as Sisters Of The Road Cafe, Inc. began on November 7, 1979. After hours of conversation with neighborhood residents, Sandy Gooch and Genny Nelson opened the cafe with three goals which remain unchanged: 1) the creation of a safe and welcoming environment to neighborhood residents, especially women and children, where 2) nourishing meals would be served at little cost or in exchange for work and 3) job training and employment experience would be available."

Ever since I found out about Sisters, I've felt that without that little cafe in Old Town, Portland wouldn't feel quite so much like home. It's important to have a place where you can go and be welcome, and you don't realize how important until you don't have the cash to make yourself welcome anywhere else. It's important to be able to get a meal when you're hungry, but it's even more important to be able to pull your weight instead of taking a handout.

Fifteen years ago, Mary Barclay of Portland Oregon flew Tom May out from Omaha, Nebraska to play for her birthday at the Horse Brass Pub on a cold January night. She took up a collection for a local charitable organization, and "Winterfolk" was born. The following year Tom got other musicians involved, and in year number four Sisters of the Road was selected as the recipient of the proceeds. It felt right, and they did it the next year, and the next, and the thing grew over the years. This year was another stellar lineup, with Tracy Grammer and Utah Phillips headlining, and it just happens that there was tape rolling so you don't have to take my word for it that it was a great night of music. The Winterfolk XV CD has selections from all of the performers (except the bagpiper, but he was great too) including living legend, sit-down comedian, folksinger, raconteur, and wiseguy wise man Utah Phillips, Tracy Grammer, Waterbug founder Andrew Calhoun, the great bluegrass quartet Misty River, Kate Power and Steve Einhorn, Chris Kennedy, and of course Winterfolk founder and Artistic Director Tom May.

Tracks include Tracy Grammer singing Dave Carter's songs "Ordinary Town" and "The Mountain", Andrew Calhoun singing "Tiger Tattoo" and "Joy" and Utah Phillips singing "All Used Up" and "Railroading on the Great Divide", and a grand finale with Tracy Grammer, Andrew Calhoun, Misty River, and Tom May singing on "Gentle Arms of Eden".