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Mac Namara, John, 1942-2019
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- Johnny Mac
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Dates of existence
1942-2019
History
John Mac Namara or 'Johnny Mac' as he was known in musical circles, played the accordion and was the leader of the original Castle Céilí Band formed in 1959 by pupils of Drimnagh Castle Christian Brothers School. Later on in February 1968, he became the founder and leader of the Green Linnet Céilí Band. Johnny was a meticulous person who collected and amassed a significant collection of sound recordings during his lifetime.
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IE ITMA P00084
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