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Con Herbert: Teacher, Musician, Legacy | Cork News
Con Herbert, a revered Irish accordion and concertina player, beloved teacher, and cultural ambassador, has passed away, leaving a profound void in the traditional Irish music world. A founding member of two Comhaltas branches, he didn’t just teach tunes—he instilled history, values, and deep cultural pride in generations. His influence stretched beyond music into Gaelic games, where he won a hurling medal, seeing culture as a woven tapestry of music, language, and sport. He helped launch the award-winning Allow Céilí Band, and his legacy echoes in the countless musicians he shaped and the…
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