The 1980 album "Symphonie celtique" by Alan Stivell marked a significant fusion of traditional Celtic instrumentation with symphonic arrangements and rock elements. This release demonstrated Stivell's continued exploration of innovative sounds within the Breton musical landscape.
- The album features collaborations with musicians from diverse backgrounds, including members of the London Symphony Orchestra.
- It peaked at number 20 on the French music charts.
- The title track of the album is an ambitious 13-minute piece that serves as a centerpiece for the symphonic Celtic sound Stivell was developing.
Alan Stivell is a Breton musician, composer, and record producer, known for his role in popularizing the Celtic harp and traditional Breton music in the 1970s. By 1980, Stivell was an established artist experimenting with electronic instruments and rock arrangements, moving beyond his earlier folk revivalist image.
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