The compositional depiction of 'Gypsies of Galatia' reflects the cultural imagery of gypsies that I had witnessed while living in Ireland. Instrumentation includes medieval bagpipe to musically illustrate the nomadic nature of Galatian history.

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I wrote 'Gypsies of Galatia' on a Kawaii K3 while living in Ireland in 1986-87. For the most part unknown as the historical origin of Celtic culture, Galatia 278-25 BCE came into existence when the territory was given to the two groups of Gauls by King Nicomedes I of Bithynia. It was perhaps my most prolific period [initial tracks for 'Pipes of Peace' were recorded there], being immersed in the environment of Celtic culture and imagery. But it was not until Christmas Eve 1989 that I first digitally recorded the basic tracks which have changed very little from their original parts. Late in 2002 and through mid-year 2003, I produced this composition in addition to 'New Age Symphonia' and continued the production of others as studio 'B' was being upgraded...

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