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Cahal Dunne, “Ireland’s Happy Man”, possesses
that certain magical quality known in show
business as “it”. “It” transcends talent. “It”
comes from deep within a great entertainer and
washes over an audience, captivating them. This
native of County Cork has a following of loyal
admirers and friends that is unique in the rich
history of Pittsburgh entertainment, and
continues to make new friends with each
appearance.
Mr. Dunne is the nephew of the former Prime
Minister of Ireland, Jack Lynch. In 1974, he
received his Bachelor of Music degree from the
University College of Cork.
In that same year he won first prize in the
Castlebar Song Contest with his own song,
“Shalom”. He represented Ireland in the 1976
Yamaha World Song Contest with another of his
own songs, “Lover, Not Just a Wife”.
Mr. Dunne credits his winning of Ireland’s
National Song Contest as his biggest break.
With his winning song, “Happy Man”, he earned
the right to represent Ireland at the
International Eurovision Music Contest in
Israel. The song became number one in Europe
and Ireland with record sales topping the
250,000 mark.
Cahal Dunne is a composer, pianist, comedian,
story teller, and television personality. His
style is rich and deep, reflecting the many
strands in his distinguished career. Sit back
and enjoy this entertainer extraordinaire. |
