Composers
Emma O’Halloran
(b. 1985)Emma O’Halloran is an Irish composer who writes for acoustic and electronic instruments.
Seóirse Bodley
(1933 - 2023)Born on 4 April 1933, Bodley has enjoyed a long compositional career of over 70 years and been the recipient of numerous highly distinguished commissions in Ireland such as his Choral Symphony no.3
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This section introduces the music of Irish composers of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. It is intended as a good starting point for anyone not familiar with Irish contemporary music.
Each composer's page provides a photo, a biography, most recent works added to CMC's collection and other information. You can also purchase CDs and scores by each composer, access features about the composers, or view any upcoming events which include their music.
An Irish composer is defined as anyone who was born or is permanently resident in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.
For any Irish composers interested in registering with CMC, please see our guidelines on how to apply.