Today I was very sorry to hear about the death of Kirk MacGeachy, local Celtic music marvel. He was a kind man with a sparkle in his eye, a poetic softness and a magical voice. He passed away of a heart attack on Sunday, at the far-too-young age of 56.

Besides his work with the groups Orealis, Tüna and others, I particularly loved his solo release Moon on the Ocean, which is a beautiful piece of work.

We’ll miss you, Kirk!

But oh, my heart is calling, calling me back home
I hear the big sea rolling, no matter where I roam.
   —Kirk MacGeachy, Moon on the Ocean

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