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An Eventful Life Remembered: Recent Considerations of the Contributions and Legacy of Francis O'Neill

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  19 October 2010

SALLY K. SOMMERS SMITH
SALLY K. SOMMERS SMITH*
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ssommers@bu.edu
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Abstract

Francis O'Neill, one of the towering figures of Irish traditional music, was among the first to collect and publish Irish dance music. His compilations form the most complete glimpse into Irish musical practice at the turn of the twentieth century and are still regarded as the definitive source for traditional tunes. Three recent publications on O'Neill and his times throw light on his life, his passion for the music, and his legacy among today's traditional music community.

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Research Article
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Journal of the Society for American Music , Volume 4 , Special Issue 4: Irish Music in the United States , November 2010 , pp. 421 - 435
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Copyright © The Society for American Music 2010

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