Jon Anderson: "In Elven Lands: The Fellowship" Album

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January 3, 2006

Jon Anderson: "In Elven Lands: The Fellowship" Album

Wow. An album by Jon Anderson of Yes, devoted to recording all the music described in
Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. Complete with lyrics in Elvish: "In Elven Lands: The Fellowship"

Not to belabor the obvious, but this is the single geekiest thing i've ever heard of in my life. I am, however, geeky enough that I want to hear it.

"The long-expected album is now a realityâ€¦
In 1999, Yes-man Jon Anderson joined with a small fellowship of recording artists to create music inspired by the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien, entitled "In Elven Lands: The Fellowship." Wishing to make more than just a tribute album, they set out to record music that actually came from Tolkien's mythical worlds. For years, fans have awaited its release.

The wait is over.

Brand new studio album - Songs in Elvish, English and Anglo-Saxon that reflect details gleaned from Tolkien's personal notes - Featuring a wide variety of ancient instruments and early-music performance practices - Collectable full-colour dig-pack art, based on designs from ancient manuscripts â€¢ Integrated booklet with lyrics and album notes - Exclusive early-music cover version of the classic The Battle of Evermore"

Posted by jsmooth995 at January 3, 2006 5:44 PM

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The album's out now. You should get it. I wanna know what you think! Thanks.

Posted by: Cait at February 1, 2006 8:07 PM

I absolutely adore this music - and yes, I am an ubergeek too - but is there any place online that has the lyrics for these songs? My Elvish isn't that good and I don't recall seeing them in the album (and besides, if I can get them online it will save me typing).

Posted by: Ariel at February 23, 2006 1:17 PM

Ariel -- if you buy the album, all the lyrics are in the little booklet. Or you could contact the composer Carvin (www.carvinknowles.com) and see if he has them electronically.

Posted by: Cait at March 6, 2006 4:41 PM

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January 3, 2006

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