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Matt Molloy

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Biography

Matt Molloy (born 12 January 1947, Ballaghaderreen, County Roscommon) is a renowned Irish flautist and traditional musician. A master of the Sligo tradition of flute and tin whistle playing, Molloy has played a vital role in the evolution of Irish music. During the 1970s, Molloy was a member of The Bothy Band and its successor, the re-founded Planxty. He joined The Chieftains in 1979, succeeding Michael Tubridy. Over the course of his career, Molloy has worked with the Irish Chamber Orchestra, Paul Brady, Tommy Peoples, Micheál Ó Súilleabháin and Dónal Lunny.

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Top Tracks

Total plays on Last.fm over the last 6 months
  1. The Kilmovee Jig/The Maid At The Well/The Old Geese On The Bog (Double Jigs) - (4:33)  -  1,483 plays
  2. Miss Monaghan/Maggie On The Shore (Reels) - (2:26)  -  984 plays
  3. Drowsy Maggie - (2:12)  -  681 plays
  4. Chinese Lake Reflections - (2:44)  -  572 plays
  5. A Set Of Single Jigs Learned From Kevin's Father - John's Grandfather (Jigs) - (2:04)  -  270 plays
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