DESCRIPTION:
Brud (PJ) Petty lived all his life in Knockarron, Ballyreen, Doolin, County Clare. He was a bachelor farmer who loved to entertain. He was a musician and singer, but mostly he was known for his recitations. He had an exceptional ability to remember these stories without much study and a unique method of delivery. He was part of a group of musicians who tourists sought out when they visited Doolin and Lisdoonvarna. He together with musicians of his generation some of which are The Russell's, Killoughry's, Willie Beag Shannon, Mickaleen Conlon, Joe Leyden, all played a huge role in making Doolin the mecca for music and song that it is today.