5 Things to Know About Loreena McKennitt's The Book of Secrets
- The album is anchored by the hit single ‘The Mummers’ Dance,’ which became McKennitt’s breakout success.
- It also features ‘The Highwayman,’ a track based on the Alfred Noyes poem.
- The music draws from Celtic, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean traditions.
- This blend gives the album a sound that crosses continents without feeling forced.
- The result is a cohesive world music album, not a disjointed collection of styles.