has made three albums of early music from the British Isles; this one, which demonstrates the connections between music and the art music of and , is perhaps the best. The program is, by turns, a joyful romp and a sweet lament, a combination of earthy and elegant parlor dance tunes. Singer is a delight as always, and here manages a pretty fair Scots burr, but guest artist 's performances on period bagpipes are especially noteworthy (particularly on the affecting rendition of that opens the album). Flutist is also a central attraction -- his equal facility with idioms has always been a special hallmark of his playing, and that skill is utilized perfectly on this program. Highly recommended. ~ Rick Anderson