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Mary Staunton is an Irish musician, concertina and accordion player.
A native of County Mayo, Staunton released her first album, Bright Early Mornings, in 1998. It was produced with support from Alec Finn of De Dannan, who also appears on the album.
Staunton's second album, Circle of Friends, was launched in July 2010. Circle of Friends was also produced by Alec Finn and launched at Connolly's pub, Kinvara, by actor Brendan Gleeson, whose fiddle playing features on the CD. Other featured artists include John Prine and Rick Epping.
As of 2010, Staunton lived in Maree, Oranmore. She is married to Jerry Mulvihill, a banjo player, and has two children.
Discography
- Bright Early Mornings, (Fuschia Music) 1998
- Circle of Friends, (Fuschia Music) 2010
References
- "Stór Ceoil Mhaigh Eo explores Irish music and folklore during pandemic". Connaught Telegraph. 13 January 2021. Retrieved 28 January 2024.
- ^ "Mary's leisurely musical journey". galwaynews.ie. 12 August 2010. Archived from the original on 18 August 2010.
- ^ "From County Mayo to the Rest of the Big Blue Ball". rootsworld.com. Archived from the original on 23 August 1999.
- "Mary Staunton brings top trad to the stage". Mayo Advertiser. 27 August 2010. Retrieved 28 January 2024.