Originally posted by Mark:
BBC arts journalist Mandy Morton will feature a two-part radio documentary on Loreena McKennitt on her programme The Eclectic LightShow on August 15 and 22.
The material for the two specials was produced from an exclusiveinterview with Loreena recorded in London in April.
Loreena McKennitt – A Musical Journey includes Loreena’s comments onher family roots and early inspirations; her travels to track down Celtic connections; balancing her careers as writer, musician and astute businesswoman; the creative process from journey to album; her interpretation of home and what she loves most in this world; her feelings on fame and the way the music industry treats the public
Broadcast to coincide with the release of the Nights from the AlhambraDVD/CD set, the programmes will feature many of Loreena's best-lovedcompositions, including music from An Ancient Muse.
Loreena McKennitt - A Musical Journey will be broadcast August 15 and 22 at 7 pm (British Summer Time). Listen live by logging on to
www.bbc.co.uk/cambridgeshire and clicking onto “Listen Live”.
Each programme will be available online as a “Listen Again” featurefor a week after its live broadcast. Go to
www.bbc.co.uk/cambridgeshire, select “Listen Again” and scroll down to Eclectic Light Show.