Prepare to be musically transported by 'A Change of Worlds', the latest release from Ensemble Galilei and Sono Luminus. Through the unique combination of old Irish tunes, traditional American folk melodies, and inspired original selections, 'A Change of Worlds' transcends a myriad of musical genres.

Comprised of very talented and capable members who are both classically trained and traditional musicians, Ensemble Galilei brilliantly melds a wealth of technical capability with an abiding passion for ancient music. Through their infectious improvisational energy, the vibrancy of this ensemble captivates the listener, from the downbeat of the first tune, to the final chord on the album.

All of the music recorded for this CD is part of 'First Person: Seeing America' – a collaboration between Ensemble Galilei and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The multi-disciplinary project includes photographs from the Met, poetry and prose about America, and the music of Ensemble Galilei, and premiered in New York in October of 2010.

Track Listing:
[1] Monday Morning Reel – Phil Cunningham / O’Neill’s March – Traditional Irish
[2] 1921 – Jackie Moran / Exile of Erin – Tony Sullivan
[3] Hector the Hero – James Scott Skinner
[4] Klovsjo Brudmarsch – Swedish Bridal March / Polska av Jakob Aslund – arr. Karl Erik Nygard / Slangpolska – Traditional from Smaland, Sweden
[5] Full Rigged Ship – Traditional Shetland / Cluck Old Hen – Traditional Appalachian Tune / What Wondrous Love Is This? – From Southern Harmony
[6] Pretty Maid Milking the Cow – Traditional Irish
[7] Polonaise – Traditional Swedish
[8] No Longer Mourn for Me – Sue Richards
[9] Culloden – Ryan McKasson
[10] Ground upon a Scotch Humour – Nicola Matteis
[11] Jessie Smith – Athole Collection / Athole Brose – Traditional Scottish / Miss Rattray – Athole Collection / Brumlay Brae – William MacPherson / Pigeon on the Gate – Traditional Irish
[12] The Salmon Tailing Up the River – Traditional Irish
[13] The Dust Bowl – Carolyn A Surrick
[14] Te Mane Laudum Carmine from 'O Lux Beate Trinitas' – Micheal Praetorius
[15] Dream of the Wanderer – Carolyn A Surrick
[16] Squire Wood’s Lament – Turlough O’Carolan

Total Time – 53:15

“Virtuoso technique, an instinctive feeling for the idiom, and the courage to improvise…they play with energy, splendid ensemble, good humor and imagination.” - The Washington Post

“There’s an ease about the way they play that seems to break down the barriers that normally exist between the audience and the performer.” - National Public Radio’s Performance Today