George Petrie, Folk Music Collector, Dies

George Petrie, an Irish painter, musician, and folk music collector, made significant contributions to the preservation and documentation of Irish traditional music. He was born on January 01, 1790, in Dublin, Ireland, and he devoted much of his life to studying and collecting Irish folk music, as well as working as an artist and antiquary.

Petrie played a crucial role in recording and transcribing traditional Irish airs and melodies. His collections and publications, such as “The Ancient Music of Ireland,” have been invaluable in preserving Ireland’s musical heritage. His work continues to be highly regarded in the field of Irish traditional music.

George Petrie passed away on January 17, 1866, leaving behind a lasting legacy as a folk music collector and scholar.