Lanarkshire musician hits high notes with album launch

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A Coatbridge musician is preparing for the release of her debut album, inspired by the life story and memory of her late grandmother.Sarah Markey performs on flute, harp and vocals on “cheerful and adventurous” 10-track album Leaving Lurgangreen, which will be released on CD and as a digital download this Friday, May 6.It features a mixture of her original compositions alongside traditional music from Scotland, Ireland and Spain, in a musical journey which “draws on themes of heritage, immigration and friendship”.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The talented 27-year-old has dedicated the album to the memory of her grandmother, Sarah Grant, naming it in honour of her move to Scotland from her hometown of County Louth.Leaving Lurgangreen, the title track, is described as “an upbeat, cheery tune dedicated to Sarah’s granny and their Irish connections”; and a nearby town inspired love song The Star of Sweet Dundalk.Scotland is represented by tracks including The Spark Among The Heather, telling the story of the Highland clearances and crofters’ war in Skye; and the playful Late Night in Glasgow, inspired by the performer’s enjoyment of the city’s annual Celtic Connections music festival – while Sarah’s time in Spain is reflected through pieces including fast-paced Licor de café, featuring traditional