Paddy Moloney

Composer

Birthday August 1, 1938

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Dublin, Ireland

DEATH DATE Oct 12, 2021 (83)

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About

Irish musical composer and musician known primarily for co-founding the Chieftains. He produced and played in over 40 different albums during his music career. His song "Le Lys Vert" has garnered over 2 million streams on Spotify. 

Before Fame

He first began playing music as a young child. 

Trivia

The first instrument he learned how to play was the Irish whistle. He was associated with the revival of the instrument the uilleann pipes. 

Family Life

He was a native of Dublin, Ireland. He and his wife, Rita, were married in 1962. 

Associated With

During his career, he played studio sessions alongside Mick Jagger and Paul McCartney