The author extended condolences to the family and friends of Dónal Lunny and stated that he was a significant figure in traditional Irish music, central to the revival and expansion of the music for over 60 years. He wrote that Lunny and others supported female prisoners in Armagh and the Blanket Men in the H-Blocks during difficult times. #CeolTradisiúnta #Éire #DónalLunny #IE (translated)
Irish musician Dónal Lunny, a pivotal figure in traditional music and a founding member of renowned bands such as Planxty and Moving Hearts, has passed away at the age of 79. #DónalLunny #IrishMusic #Tradition
The author paid tribute to musician Dónal Lunny following his death at 79, recalling seeing him perform with Planxty at UCC in 1973. They described the concert as an electric experience and said Planxty’s performances renewed many of their contemporaries’ interest in traditional music. The author wished Lunny to rest in peace. #DónalLunny #TradMusic #RIP #IE
