Conal Ó Gráda facts for kids

Conal Ó Gráda is a talented Irish musician. He was born in Cork, Ireland, in 1961. Conal is famous for playing the Irish flute and the tin whistle. He is also a respected teacher of these instruments.

Conal Ó Gráda: A Master of Irish Music

Conal Ó Gráda is known for his amazing skill on the Irish flute. He has been a big part of traditional Irish music for many years. His unique style has inspired many other musicians.

His Amazing Musical Journey

Conal released his first album, The Top of Coom, in 1990. This recording was very important for flute players. Many people still consider it a classic today. It helped shape how the Irish flute is played.

In 2008, Conal released his second album, Cnoc Buí. This album was also very popular. It received great reviews from music critics everywhere. People loved his playing on this record too.

Playing with Other Musicians

Conal often plays music with other talented artists. He regularly performs with fiddler Maeve Donnelly. They create beautiful music together.

Conal is also a member of a group called Raw Bar Collective. In this group, he plays alongside Offaly fiddler Dave Sheridan. Another member is Benny McCarthy, who is famous from the band Danú. They all work together to make exciting traditional Irish music.

Conal's Albums

Here are some of the albums Conal Ó Gráda has released:

• The Top of Coom (released by Claddagh in 1990)
• Cnoc Buí (released in 2008)
• An Bodhrán (recorded with Colm Murphy)