Whelan, John (1960-)
Dates
- Existence: 1960-
Biographical note
Originally from England, John Whelan was an Irish traditional music accordion player, composer, and producer. His early musical influences in England included music classes with County Clare emigrant Brendan Mulkere. Whelan's recording career began in 1974, and he won the senior All-Ireland button accordion championship in 1983. He became based in the United States in 1980. Twice designated the Irish Music Association Musician of the Year, he was also a composer and producer whose work featured in television and film.
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Friday Cuirmeacha Ceoil (Mini-Concert), 2002 June 21
One performer identified on the original media label who is not in the program is Ted Davis. Includes video recordings from two cameras in different locations (A and B).
Masters Concert, 2002 June 20
Performers identified on the original media label who are not in the program include Randal Bays, Dana Lyn, Martin Mulhaire, Carmel O'Dea, and John Whelan. Includes video recordings from two cameras in different locations (A and B).
The audio recordings on DTRS cannot be reformatted by Burns Library at this time and are not available for playback due to format impermanence. All audio and video recordings on DAT and mini-DV have been digitally copied and are accessible.