Donal O'Connor: Musician and Composer from Boyle Donal (Donie) O'Connor is a respected singer-songwriter and folk musician based in Boyle, County Roscommon. The Boyle-based artist is celebrated for his original songwriting and long-standing contributions to the folk scene in North Roscommon and beyond. Career and Musical Style Donal spent most of his professional life working as an Environmental Health Officer. Despite his full-time career, he maintained a prolific presence in the music world, d