This CD features Hannah Alkire of AE, and is a collection of deeper, more introspective pieces inspired and collected on AE’s recent travels and written during this time off the road. It’s based on the Iñupiaq concept of remembering the light in times of utter darkness and protecting that light, both in the physical and emotional realms of our beings. The Iñupiaq are an Inuit people in Utqiagvik (formerly Barrow, AK), high in the Arctic Circle, where Hannah’s great-great grandfather sailed to on a whaling ship and then stayed for the rest of his life. In summer 2019, Hannah and her son Zach took the trip of a lifetime to meet their family in Utqiagvik. That connection was life-changing and inspired several of the pieces on this CD.

This collection includes Hannah and Joe’s two sons, Alex on bass, percussion and keys and Zach on background vocals. Other guests include Celtic Harpist Thomas Loefke, original Riverdance fiddler Máire Breatnach, and Faroese fiddler Angelika Hansen, making this a collection of international notes.

Fans of this album may also like: Leonard Cohen, Riverdance, Alison Kraus, Secret Garden, Celtic Women, Yo Yo Ma, Lynn Harrell, Edith Piaf, Solas, Enya, 2 Cellos and The Piano Guys

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“A Tree Finds Its Voice” was inspired by our two new matched instruments, cello and guitar, carved from the same pieces of wood.

Fans of this album may also like: Queen, The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, Alison Kraus, Tommy Emmanuel, Yo Yo Ma, Turtle Island String Quartet, Chet Atkins, Doyle Dykes.

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AE’s 11th CD, “Lucky Man,” is the long-awaited Joe Scott solo guitar CD! A retrospective of Joe’s 35-year journey through music, it includes “I Can See Clearly,” “While My Guitar Gently Weeps,” and “The Pink Panther” as well as original guitar pieces. Special guests include Hannah Alkire, cello and Alex Scott, bass.

Fans of this album may also like: Tommy Emmanuel, Chet Atkins, Andy McKee, Doyle Dykes.

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AE’s 10th CD features 7 vocals and 6 instrumentals, including concert favorites “75 North Second Street”, “Billy Ray”, and a Bach Prelude from Suite 1 featuring Hannah performing with bassist Michael Manring. These 13 tracks draw inspiration from World, Flamenco, Celtic and Singer/Songwriter genres. Come on a musical journey with Acoustic Eidolon!

Fans of this album may also like: Alison Krauss, Yo Yo Ma, Michael Manring, Solas, Tommy Emmanuel, Jay Unger, Mark O’Connor

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Joining Acoustic Eidolon on their 9th recording is European Celtic Harpist Thomas Loefke. AE and Thomas have toured Europe for the past 9 years, and this compilation is a culmination of their international musical collaboration. “Friends Across the Ocean” features previously-recorded AE Celtic originals; however, they have been rearranged to include the Celtic Harp, rerecorded, remixed, and remastered. Also included are 6 gorgeous Celtic tunes by Thomas Loefke.

Fans of this album may also like: Yo Yo Ma, Tommy Emmanuel, Solas, Enya

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“Winter’s Call”, the follow-up to Acoustic Eidolon’s critically-acclaimed first holiday release, “Joy to the World”, continues their ability to bring traditional Christmas melodies to life in completely new and refreshing ways. The bell-like quality of Joe’s double-neck guitjo has become the quintessential Christmas sound, and combined with Hannah’s warm emotional treatment of favorite melodies, AE delivers these classics in ways you’ll want to hear all year long.

Fans of this album may also like: Yo Yo Ma, Tommy Emmanuel, George Winston, Paul Winter Consort

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“River of Fire” is a collection of gypsy, flamenco and world musical influences, filled with passionate and emotional melodies. This CD draws inspiration from our many travels, including recent trips to Spain. Included are fan favorites such as “Stairway to Heaven,” “Baby Sings the Blues,” (FINALLY!) “House of Memories,” “River of Fire,” and “Looking for a River.”

Fans of this album may also like: Yo Yo Ma, Tommy Emmanuel, Alison Kraus, Chet Atkins, Solas, Willie & Lobo

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“Barefoot” is a collection of world and musical flavors that blend with strong, emotional melodies. This CD draws influence from Australia, Hawaii, gypsy dances and as always, has Celtic flavors. Acoustic Eidolon’s sixth CD features 9 instrumentals and 5 vocals, and includes crowd favorites, “Calling of the Moor,” “Shape of a Woman,” “Lullabye,” “Closer to my Heart,” and “Kilauea Burning.” Also includes Tor Mor, featuring special guest Celtic Harpist Thomas Loefke from Berlin, Germany.

Fans of this album may also like: Yo Yo Ma, Tommy Emmanuel, Alison Kraus, Chet Atkins, Solas, Willie & Lobo

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This collection includes the title cut “Live to Dance” (the audience-favorite flamenco piece), “Drowsy Maggie,” the moving vocal piece “Don’t Laugh at Me” and a beautiful instrumental rendition of “If” by Bread. The CD also features Hannah’s first original solo cello composition, “Mosaic,” that has been bringing down the house at their live shows. Included is a special bonus track featuring Hannah revisiting her roots with her father, recorded live on a classic cello/piano favorite!

Fans of this album may also like: Yo Yo Ma, Tommy Emmanuel, Alison Kraus, Chet Atkins, Solas, Willie & Lobo

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Acoustic Eidolon’s highly-anticipated first Christmas recording contains acoustic contemporary instrumental arrangements of your favorite Christmas songs.

“This holiday jewel showcases the warm, vibrant tone of Hannah Alkire’s cello and the sparkling harplike sound of Joe Scott’s guitjo. This unusual duo’s fourth release avoids the sappy sentimentality of many seasonal albums…” Acoustic Guitar Magazine Review of “Joy to the World” – Celine Keating

“Joy to the World is clearly one ot the most restful and soothing CD’s I’ve heard this season. This is a good all-around CD from early season to Christmas Day…and for what ails you when you get the winter blues.” Christmasreviews.Com – Richard Banks

Fans of this album may also like: Yo Yo Ma, Tommy Emmanuel, Alison Kraus, Chet Atkins, Solas, Willie & Lobo

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