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Altan, formed in 1987 in Gweedore, Donegal by Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Frankie Kennedy, is a cornerstone of Irish traditional music. Over the decades, Altan has shared stages with legends and brought authentic Donegal fiddle tunes to audiences worldwide. This page highlights their 25th Anniversary Celebration, recent discography milestones, and their bustling 2025 tour across the U.S., U.K., and Europe. Secure your seats with a trusted connection you can rely on—we’ve got you covered.

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Learn more about Altan’s journey—from their iconic collaborations with artists like Dolly Parton and The Chieftains to landmark performances at Carnegie Hall and the Sydney Opera House. Stay updated on new releases, awards, and tour dates, and follow the band on official channels for the latest news.

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Quick Facts About 25th Anniversary Celebration

  • Formation and scope: Altan was formed in 1987 in Gweedore, Donegal by Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Frankie Kennedy and has since become a leading force in Irish traditional music.
  • Influence and reach: The group has toured globally and performed at major venues (e.g., Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House) and collaborated with artists like Dolly Parton and The Chieftains.
  • Awards and recognition: Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh was named Gradam Ceoil Traditional Musician of the Year (2017); Altan received other Irish traditional music honors over the years, including a 2006 postal stamp in Ireland.
  • Discography milestones: 25th Anniversary Celebration (2010) commemorates 25 years with orchestral arrangements; Donegal (2024) marks the latest studio work with Claire Friel as a member.
  • 2025 tour activity: In 2025, Altan toured extensively in the U.S., U.K., and Europe, with multiple confirmed dates in February–March 2025 and additional October 2025 appearances in France and the U.K./Ireland.

The records

25th Anniversary Celebration Discography

  • Donegal
    2024 · Compass Records
  • Gleann Nimhe – The Poison Glen
    2012 · Compass Records
  • The Gap of Dreams
    2018 · Compass Records
  • The Widening Gyre
    2015 · Compass Records
  • 25th Anniversary Celebration
    2010 · Compass Records
  • Local Ground
    2005 · Narada
  • The Blue Idol
    2002 · Narada
  • Another Sky
    2000 · Narada
  • Runaway Sunday
    1997 · Virgin
  • Blackwater
    1996 · Virgin
  • Island Angel
    1993 · Green Linnet
  • Harvest Storm
    1991 · Green Linnet
  • The Red Crow
    1990 · Green Linnet
  • Horse with a Heart
    1989 · Green Linnet
  • Altan
    1987 · Green Linnet
  • Ceol Aduaidh
    1983 · Pre-Altan

The hits

Top 25th Anniversary Celebration Songs

  • Blackwater
    1996 · Did not chart
  • Dúlaman
    1993 · Did not chart

Learn more about Altan’s journey—from their iconic collaborations with artists like Dolly Parton and The Chieftains to landmark performances at Carnegie Hall and the Sydney Opera House. Stay updated on new releases, awards, and tour dates, and follow the band on official channels for the latest news.

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