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Carolan's Concerto

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  • Master Irish baroque fusion

About This Tune

Composer: Turlough O'Carolan (1670-1738)

Key: C Major

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O'Carolan was Ireland's most famous harper-composer, blending Irish traditional music with Baroque style.

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Historical Context

Turlough O'Carolan was blind from age 18 but became Ireland's most celebrated harper and composer. His music uniquely blends Irish traditional melodies with Italian Baroque harmony and composition techniques.