Gal?ire is a mixture of both Galician and Irish music and song. Aran has managed to capture a beautiful and eclectic collection of melodies and songs representing both of these rich Celtic cultures. Accomplished musical arrangements on all tracks initially coaxes one?s attention and subsequently go on to captivate and enchant the listener throughout this album. The playing is brisk yet assured and full of great rhythm and energy in both solo and ensemble playing. Two Irish songs, one an attractive version of a song in Irish, C?il?n Ph?draig Sh?amuis, compliment the beautiful Galician songs, all of which are treated with taste and respect.