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“Well, John Doherty's playing was very unique. He bowed a lot and used staccato, while I slur a bit. I bow a lot as well, but I do a bit of playing a few notes with the one bow. As you go south there's more slurring with the bow. As you go north there's more bowing every note. But sometimes you get the combination of the two in Donegal.”

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Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh

Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh, born on July 26, 1959, is an Irish renowned vocalist. Known for her unique voice and emotional performances, she is an important representative of Irish folk music. more

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