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Joseph O'Kelly

Joseph O'Kelly (29 January 1828 – 9 January 1885), composer, pianist and choral conductor, was the most prominent member of a family of Irish musicians in 19th- and early 20th-century France. He wrote nine operas, four cantatas, numerous piano pieces and songs as well as a limited amount of chamber music.

Joseph O'Kelly

Born
1828 · Boulogne-sur-Mer.
Died
1885 · Paris.
Nationality
Ireland
Occupation
composer · pianist · musician
Fields
opera
Movements
classical music
Honours
Imperial Order of the Rose · Knight of the Legion of Honour

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Joseph O'Kelly (29 January 1828 – 9 January 1885), composer, pianist and choral conductor, was the most prominent member of a family of Irish musicians in 19th- and early 20th-century France. He wrote nine operas, four cantatas, numerous piano pieces and songs as well as a limited amount of chamber music.

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Compositions and principal works
  3. 03Notes, references and evidence

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