President lauds legacy of uilleann piper Liam O’Flynn

The death of uilleann piper Liam O’Flynn prompted tributes to his talent, his dedication to musical heritage and his inspiration to rising musicians.

President Michael D Higgins described it as an “important and lasting legacy” after news of the 72-year-old Co Kildare native’s passing emerged yesterday morning.

Best known to many for his work in the 1970s and 1980s with folk group Planxty, Mr O’Flynn’s collaborations with international performers like Kate Bush and Mark Knopfler also put him on the international stage.