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Aidan Connolly (Irish: Aodhán Ó Conghaile; born 1991) is an Irish fiddler and teacher from Dublin. [1] Connolly is known for his unique style of fiddle playing and is a highly sought-after performer both in Ireland and abroad. [2]
The fiddle is one of the most important instruments in the traditional repertoire of Irish traditional music. The fiddle itself is identical to the violin, however it is played differently in widely varying regional styles. In the era of sound recording some regional styles have been transmitted more widely while others have become more uncommon.
James Kelly (Irish: Séamus Ó Ceallaigh; born 1957) is an Irish fiddler, composer, collector, researcher and teacher from Dublin. [1] [2] He is the son of County Clare fiddler, John Kelly, and has played with various groups including Patrick Street and Planxty. [1]
Kevin Burke (born 1950) is an Irish master fiddler considered one of the finest living Irish fiddlers. [1] [2] [3] For nearly five decades he has been at the forefront of Irish traditional music and Celtic music, [4] performing and recording with the groups The Bothy Band, Patrick Street, and the Celtic Fiddle Festival. [1]
In 1974, a monument was erected by the Coleman Traditional Society. It is close to his birthplace, on the Tubbercurry to Gurteen road. Nearby is the Coleman Heritage Centre, a music archive and a replica of the house where he lived. The monument bears this inscription: "Michael Coleman. Master of the fiddle. Saviour of Irish traditional music.
Liam O'Connor (Irish: Liam Ó Conchubhair; born 1984) is an Irish fiddler, collector, researcher and teacher from County Dublin. He is the current director of the Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA). O'Connor has been described by The Journal of Music as "one of the outstanding fiddle-players of his generation". [1]
Gerry "Fiddle" O'Connor is born in Dundalk, County Louth, Ireland. Gerry is a traditional Irish fiddle player, and founding member of bands, Skylark and La Lúgh. He tours as a solo fiddle player and performs with a variety of projects