About Paddy Conneely
Paddy Conneely was an Irish musician.
Paddy Conneely (or Coneely) (died 11 September 1851) was a blind Irish piper and singer.
Life He was known as "The Galway Piper", referring to his long-time period of residence in this region. Conneely was supported by James Hardiman, who presented Conneely with his pipes, made in the 1820s.
His music was transcribed by a number of collectors including Henry Hudson (1798–1889), George Petrie, William Forde, and Henry Westenra, 3rd Baron Rossmore, amounting to some 180 tunes. Most of his music manuscripts are now housed in the National Library of Ireland, the Boston Public Library, and the University of Notre Dame's library.
Frederic William Burton painted his portrait in 1839, and an engraved portrait based on the painting was published in an article by George Petrie in an 1840 issue of The Irish Penny Journal, making him probably the first folk musician to have had his likeness adorn the cover of a widely read journal.
Upon his death, his two sons were taken into care by the Christian Brothers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Paddy Conneely?
Irish musician
When was Paddy Conneely born?
Paddy Conneely was born in Galway.
When did Paddy Conneely die?
Paddy Conneely died on 11 September 1851.
What was Paddy Conneely's occupation?
Paddy Conneely was a musician.
What nationality was Paddy Conneely?
Paddy Conneely was Irish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paddy Conneely. https://biography.guide/paddy-conneely/
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