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Title: Finbarr Clancy Post by: Maggie on April 20, 2008, 03:08AM The birth of this fine young Tipperary man was announced on Television, on the David Frost Show, on March 11 1970. Tom's new baby was also announced, also Paddy's forthcoming baby.
The birth announcements were followed up with a great rendition by all four Clancy Brothers of "I'll tell me ma". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSIBScYj2pU Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: Kimberly AJ on June 10, 2008, 05:03PM That's really great. I think my mommy has seen him also.
Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: Sugar Land Chava on June 15, 2008, 05:15PM Great video Maggie, thanks for sharing. I wonder if it makes Finbarr blush!
Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: Maggie on July 04, 2008, 02:56PM Great video Maggie, thanks for sharing. I wonder if it makes Finbarr blush! I don't think there's much that would make him blush! ;) Maybe he'll be a blushing bridegroom in a few weeks......THAT will be a great party! :D Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: Maggie on July 13, 2008, 05:45AM I considered putting this historic clip under "Celtic Culture" as it is definitely part of Irish Musical History and Heritage.
However, I decided to put it on here for two reasons: 1) As a tribute to Finbarr and his great Tipperary family, with deepest respect from a long-time fan. My Dad loved them too.... This is his personal heritage. He must be very proud of his Dad, and of course his 3 Uncles, who came to the USA intending to be actors, and eventually became one of the best known and loved Groups in Irish Music, in the USA, Ireland and Europe. 2) Because there were not many entries on this page! :D This gives a summary of the story of the Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem. They sing some of their most famous numbers, including a few rousing Rebel songs: (Rebel Songs have fallen out of favour now, but are undeniably a part of History and some of the best tunes) And here is Finbarr's Daddy, Bobby Clancy, leading his brothers Pat and Tom, and their nephew Robbie O'Connell in "The Parting Glass": http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnMoBudg4HM Carraig-na-Suire abú! (http://homepage.eircom.net/~theswanclub/images/logo_Rs.GIF) Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: timi on July 18, 2008, 09:32PM I love the annoncement of Finbarr..
Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: nbrock on July 28, 2008, 08:23AM Finbarr will soon have a new announcement. ;)
We love you & Wish you the Best Finbarr! Norma Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: Maggie on August 06, 2008, 01:48AM Here is the hometown of Finbarr and the Clancy Brothers - Carrick-on-Suir, (Carraig-na-Suire) County Tipperary:
(http://homepage.eircom.net/~ancaislean/images/carrick_town6.jpg) (http://homepage.eircom.net/~ancaislean/images/Pic1a.jpg) (http://homepage.eircom.net/~ancaislean/images/pic9.jpg) (http://homepage.eircom.net/~theswanclub/images/logo_Rs.GIF) Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: timi on August 06, 2008, 09:28PM Thanks so much Maggie! I love the look of the towns in Ireland...so homey and welcoming!
Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: Maggie on August 08, 2008, 01:30PM Well, that little town will be hopping tonight and all weekend!
All together now: "Step we gaily on we go, heel for heel and toe for toe, Arm in arm and row on row, ....ALL FOR FINBARR'S WEDDING!" Finbarr and Gráinne, May God be with you and Bless you May you see your children's children May you be poor in misfortunes and rich in Blessings May you know nothing but happiness from this day forward (http://www.irishcultureandcustoms.com/weddings/2Pics/weddingroses.jpg) Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: Maggie on March 14, 2011, 08:11AM I'm updating a link I gave earlier in reply #4, because it is no longer on YouTube. It was about the Clancy Brothers.....Finbarr's daddy Bobby Clancy, his uncles Paddy, Tom and Liam Clancy, and of course the legendary Tommy Makem. Below are links to the 7-part Story of the Clancy Brothers, all of it worth watching as you will learn much about Irish Music and the most famous Group ever to come out of Ireland. Their ballads tell the story of Ireland's tragic past, the resilience and enduring humour of it's people. This is not a fairy story where they become rich and famous and live happily ever after. They had bad times, break-ups, reunions, tragedies.....but the legend of the Clancys lives on. The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem found fame in the USA, but always returned to their roots. Here you will learn all about the roots of Finbarr, and where his incredible talent comes from. The Clancy Brothers started life in beautiful Tipperary... Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XHTCFUSzm0&feature=related Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oX-Ee06KXM&NR=1 Part 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikqza-IwCZo&feature=related Part 4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y67Xrflqn0o&feature=related Part 5: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qqgK5R8Ki4&feature=related Part 6: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85SUc2H72AY&feature=related Part 7: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGQP747YQKA&feature=related The old bridge, Carrick on Suir....and the famous Slievenamon mountain: (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4045/4346364084_688a8434b7.jpg) Title: Re: Finbarr Clancy Post by: OldFatGuy on March 15, 2011, 11:00AM Thanks for the updates, Mags!
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