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Sullivan, Daniel A., 1840-1912

 Person

Biography

Daniel A. Sullivan was born in 1840 in Ireland. He lived for some time in London, England, and emigrated to Boston, MA, in 1870. He married Hanora Sullivan shortly thereafter. He played fiddle and flute, specializing in both Irish traditional music and classical repertoire. Sullivan died in 1912.

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Daniel T. Neely collection of Daniel and Dan Sullivan papers

 Collection
Identifier: BC-2021-078
Abstract

Materials of Boston-area Irish musicians Daniel A. and Dan Sullivan, collected by musicologist Daniel T. Neely, including family photographs, piano rolls, sketches, and a violin.

Restrictions on access

Collection is open for research.

Dates: 1851-1948