President leads tributes following death of acclaimed traditional musician Joe Burke

President leads tributes following death of acclaimed traditional musician Joe Burke

Joe Burke, who has died aged 81, inspired generations of younger musicians.

The President has led tributes following the death of acclaimed traditional musician Joe Burke, who has died aged 81.

He died peacefully on Saturday surrounded by his family in the care of Galway Hospice.

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