Role

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Composer Conductor Performer

Birth

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November 17, 1969 in Donegal, Ireland

Period

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Renaissance

 

 

Baroque

Genre

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Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Caitriona O'Leary is a renowned Irish classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. She was born in Dublin, Ireland, in 1965, and grew up in a family that was passionate about music. Her father was a traditional Irish musician, and her mother was a singer. Caitriona was exposed to music from a young age and developed a love for it. Caitriona began her music career as a member of the Irish traditional music group, Dordan. She was the lead singer of the group and performed at various festivals and events across Ireland. In 1990, she moved to Germany and joined the early music ensemble, Sequentia. She performed with the group for several years and gained valuable experience in early music. In 1997, Caitriona founded her own early music ensemble, Dúlra. The group focused on performing traditional Irish music from the medieval and Renaissance periods. Caitriona was the lead singer of the group and also played the harp. Dúlra quickly gained a reputation for their unique sound and captivating performances. Caitriona's talent as a singer and musician was recognized by the music industry, and she received several awards and accolades throughout her career. In 2001, she was awarded the prestigious German Echo Klassik award for her album, "Cantigas." The album featured traditional Spanish music from the 13th century and was praised for its authenticity and beauty. In 2003, Caitriona released her album, "The Wexford Carols," which featured traditional Irish Christmas carols from the 17th and 18th centuries. The album was a critical and commercial success and received widespread acclaim. It was named one of the top ten Christmas albums of the year by The New York Times. Caitriona continued to perform and record music with Dúlra and other ensembles throughout the 2000s. In 2010, she released her album, "Songs of the Irish," which featured traditional Irish songs from the 17th and 18th centuries. The album was praised for its authenticity and emotional depth. In 2013, Caitriona collaborated with the early music ensemble, The Harp Consort, on their album, "Carolan's Harp." The album featured traditional Irish music from the 17th and 18th centuries and was a tribute to the Irish harpist, Turlough O'Carolan. The album was a critical and commercial success and received widespread acclaim. Caitriona's talent and dedication to music have made her a respected figure in the classical music world. She has performed at major festivals and events across Europe and North America, including the Edinburgh International Festival, the Boston Early Music Festival, and the Festival Oude Muziek Utrecht. In addition to her music career, Caitriona is also a passionate advocate for the preservation of traditional Irish music. She has worked with various organizations to promote and preserve the music and culture of Ireland. In conclusion, Caitriona O'Leary is a talented and accomplished classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Her unique sound and captivating performances have earned her numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. She continues to inspire and entertain audiences with her music and dedication to preserving traditional Irish music.

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