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A founding member of three renowned bands - The Bothy Band, Planxty and Moving Hearts - he was widely credited for the revival and growth of Irish traditional music.
News Ireland » Offaly » Music: Tributes to legendary folk musician born in Offaly
Revered as a driving force behind the modern renaissance of Irish traditional music, Tullamore-born Dónal Lunny eaves behind an immense 60-year legacy as an innovator, arranger, and co-founder of seve ...
News Ireland » Offaly » Music: Irish music legend Dónal Lunny dead at 79
Irish folk musician Dónal Lunny, a founding member of Planxty, Moving Hearts and The Bothy Band, has died at the age of 79. He was celebrated for his work with artists such as Van Morrison, Kate Bush ...
News Ireland » Offaly » Music: Dónal Lunny, ‘colossus of Irish music’, dies aged 79
Founding member of Planxty, Lunny went on to play for bands such as Moving Hearts, the Bothy Band and Coolfin ...
News Ireland » Offaly » Music: Culture Night brings Offaly communities together in creativity and connection
Connoisseurs and enthusiasts of art and culture across Offaly enjoyed a vibrant evening of free events in towns and villages throughout the county. Venues across the county welcomed people of all ages ...