John Sheahan

Folk music of Ireland, Composer

1939 –

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Who is John Sheahan?

John Sheahan is a notable Irish violinist, tin whistle player, folk musician and composer and the last surviving member of the original and definitive five member line-up of The Dubliners.

He joined The Dubliners in 1964, until 2012 when The Dubliners' name was retired following the death of founding member Barney McKenna.

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Born
May 19, 1939
Dublin
Also known as
  • Sheahan, John
Profession
Lived in
  • County Dublin

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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