Donal Lunny, the man who revolutionized Irish traditional music, dies aged 79

In 1978, French fans of Irish music attended an anti-nuclear festival in Ireland, where they encountered The Bothy Band, known for their innovative sound. The band's music combined traditional elements with a fresh atmosphere, featuring instruments like the wooden flute, harpsichord, violin, and uilleann pipes. Donal Lunny, the band's musical director, played a key role in this transformation, showcasing his skills on the bodhrán and bouzouki.