Isle of Hope, Isle of Tears by Brendan Graham

Recorded for the release of Bow Triplets' 5th CD "Secret Signs" on 6. March 2010. This is a song written By Brendan Graham, about Ellis Island and Irish immigrants who sought a new life in America. Many million immigrants from many countries, including those from the north, were stationed on this island before they were cleared to enter the United States. The island has been called Isle of Tears by many from the song but contrary to common belief, the immigrants received dignified treatment and help to start their new lives in America. The Tears refer to the sadness conceived when thinking about the old home that would surely never be seen again. The song was featured at An Cór Ceilteach's 2003 November concert.
Brendan Wade, born in Wexford, Ireland, sings the lead vocals.
Backing vocals Heidi and Stef Sigfalk.

Category:

Music

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• Ireland
• Irish Music
• Celtic Music
• Folk Music
• Acoustic Music
• Ellis Island
• Immigration
• Irish
• Celtic
• Worls
• Folk
• AVM Moving Pictures GmbH
• Martin Schneider - Hillen
• Günter Bauregger
• Bow Triplets
• Brendan Wade
• Stef Sigfalk
• heidi Sigfalk
• Brendan Graham
• Secret Signs
• bowtriplets

[balladmad97]

its the version i first listen to when i want to hear this song. wonderful performance. made it their own.

[rockgor]

A wonderful song and great performance. One of the best new songs I've

heard in years. Along w/ "You Raise Me Up".

Me Great-great grandfather came to America from the Old sod before

Ellis Island opened. I'm glad to find so much wonderful Irish music

on Youtube.

Tnx 4 posting.

[baizecr1]

this is special

[annownshoney]

my favourite version

[clanntara]

Simply outstanding.

[celticways]

Stunning, absolutely stunning and what a terrific audio and video production.

[Dandelioner1]

What a wonderful version of this great song. We also play this song, listen to our version "The Feddigans" from Germany. Thank you very, very much for this great song!

[grass1963]

great song ,well done brendan!!!!!!!!!!!