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Turlough O'Carolan: Biography, Facts and Career

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Turlough O'Carolan
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Quick facts about Turlough O'Carolan

  • Full name: Turlough O'Carolan
  • Born: 1670-01-01
  • Nationality: Ireland
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q335838

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Who is Turlough O'Carolan?

Turlough O'Carolan (Irish: Toirdhealbhach Ó Cearbhalláin [ˈt̪ˠɾˠeːl̪ˠəx oː ˈcaɾˠwəl̪ˠaːnʲ, - ˈcaɾˠuːl̪ˠaːnʲ]; 1670 – 25 March 1738) was a blind Celtic harper, composer and singer in Ireland whose great fame is due to his gift for melodic composition. Although not a composer in the classical sense, Carolan is considered by some to be Ireland's national composer.

What nationality is Turlough O'Carolan?

Turlough O'Carolan is Ireland.

When was Turlough O'Carolan born?

Turlough O'Carolan was born on 1670-01-01.

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