About Moya Brennan
Moya Brennan (born Máire Philomena Ní Bhraonáin; 4 August 1952 – 13 April 2026), also known as Máire Brennan, was an Irish folk singer, songwriter, harpist, and philanthropist. She began performing professionally in 1970 when her family formed the band Clannad. Brennan released her first solo album in 1992 called Máire, a successful venture. In 1999, she collaborated with Chicane on the single "Saltwater", which reached the top ten in multiple countries and was certified Gold by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). Brennan received a Grammy Award from five nominations and won an Emmy Award. She recorded music for several film soundtracks, including Titanic, To End All Wars and King Arthur. Following her death in April 2026, the BBC estimated her record sales worldwide to have been in the millions. She recorded 17 albums with Clannad and has won a Grammy, a BAFTA and an Ivor Novello award with the quintet. She has received a Grammy Award from five nominations and has won an Emmy Award. Brennan was at the forefront of the group's success and her voice suddenly became synonymous with Celtic music and Irish music.
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