Alan Stivell: Biography, Facts and Career
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Alan Stivell (Breton pronunciation: [ˈɑːlãn 'sti:vəlː]; born Alan Cochevelou on 6 January 1944) is a French Celtic musician and singer, songwriter, recording artist, and master of the Celtic harp from Brittany. From the early 1970s, he revived global interest in the Celtic (specifically Breton) harp and Celtic music as part of world music. As a bagpiper and bombard player, he modernized traditional Breton music and singing in the Breton language. A precursor of Celtic rock, he is inspired by the union of the Celtic cultures and is a keeper of the Breton culture.
Quick facts about Alan Stivell
- Full name: Alan Stivell
- Born: 1944-01-06
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q10681
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Who is Alan Stivell?
Alan Stivell (Breton pronunciation: [ˈɑːlãn 'sti:vəlː]; born Alan Cochevelou on 6 January 1944) is a French Celtic musician and singer, songwriter, recording artist, and master of the Celtic harp from Brittany. From the early 1970s, he revived global interest in the Celtic (specifically Breton) harp and Celtic music as part of world music.
What nationality is Alan Stivell?
Alan Stivell is France.
When was Alan Stivell born?
Alan Stivell was born on 1944-01-06.
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