Cathal Gannon

(1910-1999)

 

Harpsichord maker and restorer of antique pianos

 

HARPSICHORDS

 

 

Cathal’s first harpsichord, constructed in 1951-52, now in storage at the National Musuem of Ireland, Collins Barracks, Dublin.

 

 

 

Harpsichord No. 3, made in the Guinness Brewery for the Royal Irish Academy of Music, Dublin. Based on a Kirckman of 1772 and completed in 1965.

 

 

 

Harpsichord No. 13. Italian style with single manual. In private ownership.

 

 

Harpsichord No. 15, based on an instrument of 1769 by Pascal Taskin. In private ownership.

 

 

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