 While he is best known for his "Riverdance" composition, Whelan has been involved in many ground-breaking projects in Ireland since the 1970s.As a producer he has worked with U2 (on their War album), Van Morrison, Kate Bush, The Dubliners, Planxty, Andy Irvine & Davy Spillane, Patrick Street, Stockton's Wing and fellow Limerickman Richard Harris.As an arranger and composer, his credits include