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Book of condolence for Dolores Keane to open in Galway

Dolores Keane
The death of Dolores Keane was announced yesterday

A book of condolence for folk singer Dolores Keane will open at Galway County Hall tomorrow.

The renowned musician died at her home in Caherlistrane, Co Galway yesterday.

The Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council, Councillor David Collins, will open the book, which will be available for signing during normal office hours over the coming days.

Paying tribute to the 72-year-old late singer, Councillor Collins said she had made a major contribution to the development and international reach of Irish music.

Expressing sympathies to her family and friends, he said Dolores Keane had "one of the most distinctive and respected voices, and brought the music and spirit of County Galway to audiences around the world".


Watch Dolores Keane sing Scottish folk ballad Caledonia


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