This 1997 15-song compilation purports to contain some of the 'greatest tracks featuring Celtic female singers," and since it contains so many of our favorites, we agree! Showcasing artists both as individuals and as lead singers for bands, the collection ranges from very traditional to more pop-oriented ballads. Includes Karan Casey's She Is Like the Swallow, Maura O'Connell (with DeDannan)'s Maggie, plus Mary Black, Maire Brennan with Clannad, Karen Matheson with Capercaillie, Gay Woods with Steeleye Span on the classic The Water Is Wide, Talitha MacKenzie with a Gaelic waulking song, and more.

Holding Up Half The Sky