Mary Staunton

Mary Staunton is an Irish musician, concertina and accordion player.[1]

A native of County Mayo,[2][3] Staunton released her first album, Bright Early Mornings, in 1998.[2][3] It was produced with support from Alec Finn of De Dannan, who also appears on the album.[3]

Staunton's second album, Circle of Friends, was launched in July 2010.[4] Circle of Friends was also produced by Alec Finn and launched at Connolly's pub, Kinvara, by actor Brendan Gleeson, whose fiddle playing features on the CD.[2] Other featured artists include John Prine and Rick Epping.[2]

As of 2010, Staunton lived in Maree, Oranmore.[2] She is married to Jerry Mulvihill, a banjo player, and has two children.[2]

Discography

  • Bright Early Mornings, (Fuschia Music) 1998
  • Circle of Friends, (Fuschia Music) 2010

References

  1. ^ "Stór Ceoil Mhaigh Eo explores Irish music and folklore during pandemic". Connaught Telegraph. 13 January 2021. Retrieved 28 January 2024.
  2. ^ a b c d e f "Mary's leisurely musical journey". galwaynews.ie. 12 August 2010. Archived from the original on 18 August 2010.
  3. ^ a b c "From County Mayo to the Rest of the Big Blue Ball". rootsworld.com. Archived from the original on 23 August 1999.
  4. ^ "Mary Staunton brings top trad to the stage". Mayo Advertiser. 27 August 2010. Retrieved 28 January 2024.