Turlough O'Carolan

Turlough O'Carolan (1670–1738) was an Irish composer, poet and singer.

Also recorded as Toirdhealbhach Ó Cearbhalláin; Toirdhealbhach O Cearbhallain; Torlogh O'Carolan.

Overview

Born at County Meath in 1670, died at Ballyfarnon in 1738.

In detail

the recorded working language is Irish.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are classical music. The authority associates the name with Baroque music.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Turlough O'Carolan”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q335838: Turlough O'Carolan

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