Moya Brennan, voice of Clannad and Celtic music pioneer, dies aged 73 Clannad singer Moya Brennan, a defining figure in Celtic music whose work brought the Irish language to global audiences, has died at the age of 73. 14 April 2026 Moya Brennan, the singer who brought Clannad's Celtic sound to worldwide attention, has died aged 73. Celtic music pioneer Moya Brennan has passed away Her family confirmed she passed away on Monday (13.04.26) in Donegal, surrounded by relatives.