- Pauline Scanlon: Singer (contemporary, traditional Irish) from Dingle, County Kerry. Known for her work with the band Lumiere and solo albums like Red Colour Sun, Scanlon blends traditional and contemporary Irish music. She is a prominent figure in Kerry’s vibrant music scene.
- Tracey K (Tracey Kelliher): Singer-songwriter (dance, pop) from County Kerry. Tracey K is known for her vocals and lyrics on the English Dance Chart hit “The Cure and the Cause” with Fish Go Deep. She has contributed to Ireland’s electronic and pop music scenes.
- Larry Mathews: Musician, singer-songwriter (folk, rock, pop) from Glenbeigh, County Kerry. Mathews performs Irish folk, original compositions, and covers, playing fiddle, guitar, and bodhrán. He is a versatile artist in Kerry’s local music community.
- Johnny O’Leary: Traditional musician (button accordion) from Gneeveguilla, Sliabh Luachra, County Kerry. Born June 6, 1923 Died February 9, 2004. A legendary figure in Sliabh Luachra’s polka and slide traditions, O’Leary’s accordion playing was recorded in albums like Music for the Set. His influence endures in Kerry’s traditional music.
- Denis Murphy: Traditional musician (fiddle) from Lisheen, Gneeveguilla, Sliabh Luachra, County Kerry. Born November 14, 1910 Died April 7, 1974. A master fiddler of the Sliabh Luachra style, Murphy’s recordings, including with the Star of Munster Trio, preserved Kerry’s unique musical dialect. He often played alongside Johnny O’Leary.
- Méabh Ní Bheaglaoich: Singer, songwriter, musician (traditional Irish) from Corca Dhuibhne (Dingle Peninsula), County Kerry. A native Irish speaker from the Begley musical family, Méabh performs traditional music and leads sessions at Nelligan’s Bar in Dingle, teaching West Kerry set dancing. She has toured with Cait Ryan and Owen Spafford.
- Tom Lucey: Singer-songwriter (pop, folk) from Killarney, County Kerry. Lucey has released multiple EPs, with his third due in 2019, and performs original songs in Kerry’s contemporary music scene, showcasing the county’s modern talent.
- Arthur O’Leary: Composer, pianist, teacher (classical) from Tralee, County Kerry. Born March 15, 1834 Died March 11, 1919. A 19th-century composer, O’Leary’s works were influenced by Irish folk music. He taught at the Royal Academy of Music in London, contributing to classical music with an Irish flavor.
- James A. O’Flaherty: Traditional musician (folk) from Listowel, County Kerry. Born July 26, 1942 Died July 20, 2001. After moving to Dallas, Texas, O’Flaherty became a noted figure in Irish folk music, performing and preserving Kerry’s musical traditions in the diaspora.
- E. J. Moeran (Ernest John Smeed Moeran): Composer (classical, folk-influenced) from Kenmare, County Kerry (later in life). Born December 31, 1894 Died December 1, 1950. An English composer of part-Irish descent, Moeran’s work, including his Symphony in G Minor, was heavily influenced by Irish folk music. He spent time in Kenmare, immersing himself in Kerry’s musical culture.
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County Kerry:
Ireland’s county Kerry is renowned for its dramatic landscapes, with the Ring of Kerry offering scenic drives past lakes and coastal cliffs. Killarney National Park features the serene Lakes of Killarney and historic Muckross House, while Dingle’s coastal trails and dolphin-watching opportunities add natural allure. Accessible by seasonal ferry, the Skellig Islands’ ancient monastic ruins make Kerry a compelling choice for outdoor adventure and history. Kerry is Ireland’s fifth largest county by size (4,701 square km) and 15th largest by population (156,458). Population peaked at 293,880 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 112,785 in 1966. In terms of hospitality, Kerry is Ireland’s fourth most visited tourist county with around 877,000 international visitors per year.
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