Night Owl, a fascinating collection of traditional and modern ballads, is the latest offering from Irish diva Dolores Keane. Keane's exceptional voice has made her one of the best-known proponents of Celtic music in the world today. On Night Owl, she is joined by a wealth of veteran Celtic musicians, including John Faulkner (guitar and vocals) and Eoin O'Riabhaigh (uilleann pipes and whistle). In addition to traditional Celtic instruments, Keane's haunting vocals are enriched on this breathtaking recording by the Greek bouzouki, the Olwell bamboo flute, and the cello. The results are extraordinary: lyrics that harken back to days long past find perfect realization through the use of exquisite contemporary arrangements.