Cillian Vallely

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/cillian-vallely

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where was Cillian Vallely born?Armagh, Northern Ireland
2. How long is Cillian Vallely?Member of Lúnasa since 1999, contributing to seven studio albums
3. What is the primary instruments?Uilleann pipes, low whistle, and tin whistle

Uilleann pipes: A sophisticated bellows-blown bagpipe, considered the national bagpipe of Ireland, known for its wide dynamic and tonal range.
Low whistle: A simple, six-holed fipple flute, often made of metal, producing a clear, ethereal tone widely used in Irish folk music.
Traditional Irish music: A genre encompassing instrumental tunes (reels, jigs, hornpipes) and songs, passed down through generations, often performed in social settings.
Lúnasa: A contemporary Irish traditional music ensemble celebrated for its instrumental prowess, innovative arrangements, and energetic live performances.