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Ireland's First Superstar

Ireland's First Superstar

FromDocumentary on One Podcast


Ireland's First Superstar

FromDocumentary on One Podcast

ratings:
Length:
40 minutes
Released:
Nov 2, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Patrick Sarsfield Gilmore emigrated from Ballygar Co Galway to America in the 1840's. He went on to become a leading bandmaster and composer, writing the song ‘When Johnny comes marching home’. He played to millions during his lifetime. But this hugely successful entertainer and Ireland’s first real superstar remains largely unknown. (2018)
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Released:
Nov 2, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

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