2017 Award Winner Gerry O’Connor
Gerry O’Connor
According to the Wall Street Journal’s Earl Hitchener, Gerry O’Connor is “the single best four string banjoist in the history of Irish Music”. He also plays fiddle, mandolin, and guitar. His album No Place Like Home was the Irish Times’ number 1 Traditional/Folk album in 2004. He has performed with numerous other storied artists, and in 1995 performed for then-president Bill Clinton during his historic visit to Ireland. In addition to his solo work, Gerry is a member of Four Men and a Dog.
