BIOGRAPHY
"Queen of the Harp" - The Dublin Herald
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"Her presentations are superlative, enchanting experiences" - Irish American Historical Society of New York
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"Lyric Strings! The vibrating canvasses of sound evoke visual images of the soil, sea and soul of Ireland" - The Star Ledger
Aideen O'Donnell, professional Harpist, Singer and Teacher has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who and the American Teachers Who's Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence in music.
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A critically acclaimed harpist and vocalist, Ms. O'Donnell celebrates more than 30 years in the music industry. Originally from Dublin, Ireland she found inspiration from her mother Maire Cranny, a renowned speech and drama specialist and one of the first female directors of drama and choir in Irish schools. Ms. O'Donnell went on to become a two-time winner of the All-Ireland Harp Competition, then continued her artistic journey by crossing the sea to the United States.
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Ms. O'Donnell has showcased her talents at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center Penthouse, the Keswick Theatre in Philadelphia, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and the Helix in Dublin Ireland.
She has also performed alongside Andy Cooney in the Classic Irish Christmas Show in 2008, Frank Paterson, Anthony Kearns and Sir James Galway. She has performed for Prime Ministers and Presidents in America and Ireland.
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Ms. O'Donnell looks forward to continuing her solo work, performing with her daughter, and private teaching.