Composer and Athlone native Emma O’Halloran was a nominee at this year's Grammy awards which took place on Sunday in Los Angeles. President praises Athlone composer Emma after Grammy nominationPresident Catherine Connolly led the congratulations to composer and Athlone native Emma O'Halloran on her nomination for one of the most prestigious accolades in international music, a Grammy Award, in the 'Best Opera Recording' category. The Irish National Opera recording of 'Trade/Mary Motorhead' was released on Signum Records last August. When asked about Irish influences in her music, Emma said her work was shaped by her own lived experiences and upbringing. This year's Grammy for Best Opera Recording went to Jake Heggie's American Civil War-themed opera 'Intelligence'.

Source: Irish Independent February 05, 2026 22:36 UTC