Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp. Embrace independent Celtic music!
Monday, February 08, 2010
Marc Gunn at Savannah, Georgia House Concert
Friday, May 7, 2010
Lawson House Concert
5 Winding Way
Savannah, Ga 31419
Please RSVP to 912-224-1587 or hawaiianshirtshow@gmail.com
$12 donation
Marc Gunn is an acoustic folk musician based in New Orleans and rooted in the American Celtic song tradition. He has been called "The Godfather of Celtic music online" for his steadfast support of indie Celtic music, free Celtic music downloads, and his award-winning Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, one of the most-popular music podcasts on iTunes.
Want to see me perform live? Make a demand!
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
Marc Gunn, Guest of Honor, at MidSouthCon in Memphis in 2010
MidSouthCon has grown over the years to become the Mid-South's premier multi-genre convention. It covers a diverse section of fanish culture that includes Science Fiction, Fantasy, Science, Comics, Horror, Education, Costuming, Anime, and Gaming. We have over 100 authors, editors, publishers, scientists, artists and other guests, with an annual attendance of approximately 1200 people.
We have an average of over 140 hours of programing in multiple tracks during the Con (and that's not counting the Video Room, Anime Room or gaming tracks). Masquerade, Writers' Conference, Readings, Autographs, Dealers' Room, SCA demonstrations and events, Board Games, Role-playing and LARP games, CCG tournaments, and lots of other fun stuff.
This event is not just a gathering of old and new-found friends hanging out for a fun filled weekend. While we like to enjoy ourselves, we also want to do our little bit to make the world a better place to live in. We are organized primarily as a non-profit educational group but we also support more traditional charities. For more information check out our Good Causes and our Educational Projects Pages.
Look for me as the Multimedia Guest of Honor!
March 12-14, 2009 MidSouthCon
Whispering Woods Hotel and Conference Center
11200 East Goodman Road
Olive Branch, MS 38654
Showtimes:
Friday 7:00 PM Opening Ceremony
Friday 9:00 PM Marc Gunn Concert
Saturday 11:00 AM Podcasting as a Marketing Tool
Anyone can set up their own podcast with virtually no expense - so how can you use one to effectively market your products?
Saturday 1:00 PM Autograph Signings
Saturday 3:00 PM Marc Gunn Filk Concert
Saturday 5:00 PM Banquet
Saturday 10:00 PM Masquerade
Sunday 11:00 AM KaffeKlatsch III
Sunday 12:00 PM Sunday Social with Guests
Sunday 1:00 PM Marc Gunn Filk Concert
Marc Gunn is an acoustic folk musician based in New Orleans and rooted in the American Celtic song tradition and Sci Fi Geek Comedy. He has been called "The Godfather of Celtic music online" for his steadfast support of indie Celtic music, free Celtic music downloads, and his award-winning Irish and Celtic Music Podcast, one of the most-popular music podcasts on iTunes.
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
Sherwood Forest Faire, the enchanted forest of merriment, magic, and medieval magnificence today announced its inaugural 2010 season every weekend from Feb.. 27 through April 4, 2010.
The Faire is situated on 106-forested acres in Central Texas. Located 35 miles east of Austin, Texas on U.S. 290, The Sherwood Forest Faire is between the towns of McDade and Paige, near the junction of U.S. 290 and Texas State Highway 21, within easy striking distance of Austin, San Antonio, and Houston
"We are excited to launch the inaugural season of the Sherwood Forest Fair," said George Appling, co-founder of the Sherwood Forest Faire. "San Antonio is the largest city in the United States currently not served by a major renaissance festival. Instead, people must travel hundreds of miles on a pilgrimage for the renaissance experience.
"The heavily-wooded land lends itself to the 12 th century experience, and is being transformed into medieval times," said Appling.
The Faire will feature gallant men and fair maidens, harking back to 12 th Century England, during the time of Richard the Lionhearted, Robin Hood, Maid Marian, Friar Tuck and The Crusades and the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham.
February 27-28, 2010 Sherwood Forest Faire
Paige, TX (outside of Austin)
Phone Sales: 888-695-0888
Showtimes: 10:15a, 11:45a, 3:15p, 5:00p
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
Marc Gunn, Guest of Honor, at I-Con Sci Fi Convention in New York in 2010
2002 was the first time I ever went to a science fiction convention. That Sci Fi convention was I-Con. The first year, I felt like I was home. I made some amazing friends. I laughed and sang. I think it even snowed that first year. I can't imagine not being at I-Con. So I did my best, and succeeded at getting booked once again at the the Northeast's largest convention of Science Fiction, Fact and Fantasy.
I-Con is a 3-day convention of science fiction, fact and fantasy and related genres, attended by over 7,000 people each year. Guests from film and TV, Authors, artists and scientists, speak and meet with I-con's members in a causal setting. Games, events, demonstrations, performances, awards, films and shows are also showcased during the 3 day convention.
Marc Gunn is an acoustic folk musician based in New Orleans and rooted in the American Celtic song tradition and Sci Fi Geek Comedy. He has been called "The Godfather of Celtic music online" for his steadfast support of indie Celtic music, free Celtic music downloads, and his award-winning Irish and Celtic Music Podcast, one of the most-popular music podcasts on iTunes.
Starfest is an annual Denver convention encompassing all aspects of popular media, film and television. Started in 1977, it attracts several thousand fans of popular culture for a weekend of social interaction, games and fun. There are over a hundred activities on the multi-track programming schedule. Events include film studio presentations, onstage Q&A sessions with actors - producers & directors, autograph and photo sessions, costume and talent contests, film festivals, model and art shows, collectible merchandise, educational seminars, discussion panels, kids events, fan club presentations, and assorted Klingons, Jedi and other strange and unusual creatures.
April 16-18, 2009 StarFest
The Marriott DTC 4900 S Syracuse St
Denver, CO80237
Show times: TBA
Marc Gunn is an acoustic folk musician based in New Orleans and rooted in the American Celtic song tradition and Geeky Comedy. He has been called "The Godfather of Celtic music online" for his steadfast support of indie Celtic music, free Celtic music downloads, and his award-winning Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, one of the most-popular music podcasts on iTunes.
The skirl of the Pipes, the cheers of encouragement for the Athletic events, and the swirling of the Highland Dancers reminds all Scots of our rich and glorious heritage. It's the Texas Scottish Festival, one of the largest Scottish gatherings in the United States and known as the preeminent Scottish Entertainment Festival in North America.
Weekend, June 4-6, 2010 Texas Scottish Festival
Maverick Stadium
1307 W Mitchell St
Arlington, TX 76013
Show times: TBA
Marc Gunn is an acoustic folk musician based in New Orleans and rooted in the American Celtic song tradition. He has been called "The Godfather of Celtic music online" for his steadfast support of indie Celtic music, free Celtic music downloads, and his award-winning Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, one of the most-popular music podcasts on iTunes.
Mid-Winter Music Party from the Louisiana Renaissance Festival
Some exciting news! Canadian Celtic musician Heather Dale will be joining Marc, Vince Conaway and Jamie Haeuser at a performance in January. In addition, there will be book-signings by artist and author Marrus. We're calling it the Louisiana Renaissance Festival Midwinter Music Party. It's on Friday, January 29 at 7 PM in New Orleans at the Deutsches Haus. In case you are not familiar with the "Haus," it's the German cultural center in New Orleans. It's a great music venue, and is also the location for the New Orleans Irish music community's ceilis. It's in the Mid City area at 200 S. Galvez. Parking is easy, safe and free. Tickets are $10 at the door. Come join us for what sounds like will be a great winter party. Dancing may ensue. The "Haus" has great and inexpensive German food and a full - and inexpensive - bar, so make an evening of it. Smoke free, too! Children are welcome.
Friday, January 29, 2010 at 7PM
Deutsches Haus
200 S. Galvez Street
New Orleans, LA
Advance tickets are available for $8 at https://secure.la-renfest.com/.
Tickets at the door will be $10
The Saxon Pub is one of those cool institutions for great live music in Austin. Just take a look at the calendar and all the top who's who perform there.
21 June 2009 The Saxon Pub 1320 South Lamar Austin, Texas http://www.thesaxonpub.com/ 512-448-2552 Age: 21+ to enter Non-Smoking
Show times: 3:00-4:15pm
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
Gen Con Indy is the original, longest running, best attended, gaming convention in the world. For over 40 years, Gen Con Indy has been setting the trend and breaking records. Last year, more than 28,000 unique attendees experienced Gen Con Indy. The biggest complaint we hear is that there is simply too much to do, see, and experience. Get lost in a phantasm of art exhibits. Stare at jaw-dropping costumes, or better yet, wear one of your own. Meet the movers and the shakers in the gaming industry. Check out the newest games and get a sneak peek at the latest editions.
And, of course, play your heart out with fellow enthusiasts in a community that understands your passion. What you'll experience at Gen Con Indy is nothing short of IT. You know, whatever "It" is for you? This is IT! Get ready to get there.
Aug 13-16, 2008 GenCon Indianapolis Indiana Convention Center 100 South Capitol Ave. Indianapolis, Indiana 46225 http://www.gencon.com/
Show times: Friday, Aug 14th at 9pm in Indiana Bllrm C Saturday, Aug 15th at 9pm in Indiana Bllrm C
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
Marc Gunn at 2009 Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat Fan Club's "Blood and Gold" Ball
Marc Gunn will perform at the 2009 Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat Fan Club's "Blood and Gold" Ball on Friday. October 30. Location still to be announced. This is an annual event that draws over 500 fans of all things vampire, Halloween and New Orleans. Marc will perform songs from, among other works, his soon-to-be-released "Happy Songs of Death" CD. For more information, visit the Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat Fan Club's MySpace page.
October 30, 2009 Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat Fan Club's "Blood and Gold" Ball New Orleans, LA
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
Bacchanal is an awesome place to go and sip wine in the historic Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans. It has a rustic, Old World charm to it. Inside you'll find a room lined with bottles of wine and weekly wine tastings. Outside, a relaxing garden to sip and enjoy your wine.
March 17th isn't just the GREATEST holiday of the year. It's also my birthday. This year, I'm celebrating my birthday with wine, music and good friends. And YOU are invited! Escape from the hordes of green beer and join me for fine wine and songs sung by yours truly.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Marc Gunn's Birthday Bash @ 8-10pm Bacchanal Wine 600 Poland Ave New Orleans, LA 70117 $5 cover
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
House concerts are still my absolute favorite way to perform, and one of the best ways for fans to see me perform live. And what better place than in Destin, Florida at the Rowe's house. They hosted the Brobdingnagian Bards for several years. Now they've invited me to come showcase myself solo. I hope you will get excited about this show as I am. It's gonna be a blast!
Saturday, February 28, 2009 House Concert with Cameron and Stephanie Rowe @ 7-10:30pm 3620 Azalea Dr. Destin, FL 32541 Opens at 7pm. First set ~ 7:30pm. Please RSVP. Ph: (850) 650-3002 stephanie @ crcdatatech.com
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
Start your St. Patrick's Day weekend off to a great start with renowned Irish harpist and singer Claire Roche at a house concert with Celtic American musician Marc Gunn.
Friday, March 13, 2009 "Hotel Haeuser" @ 7pm 47167 Highway 445 Robert, LA Suggested donation: $10 RSVP to ghislainederouen@hotmail.com or call 225-266-3979 Soft drinks, mixers and ice provided, BYOB Bonfire to follow concert
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
You can find a lot of Irish pubs all over the world, but most are just over glamorized, ethnic sports bars. There are no TVs ruining the atmosphere to this center of Irish music in Dallas, Texas. The Tipperary Inn is a beautiful example of what can be done for the Irish community IF you show your love and respect for it.
I think this is my fourth appearance at the Tipperary Inn, and it is my first time performing solo. Look forward to a grand evening of singing-along to all your Celtic favorites and few special surprises.
Tipperary Inn 5815 Live Oak St Dallas, TX 75214 US 214-821-6500 No cover.
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
It's always the least expected places that you find the coolest venues to perform at. Studio Joe is one such place. It is more than just a coffee house though. Located in Little Rock, Arkansas, Studio Joe offers food and drink, as well as a recording studio, all in a unique, relaxed atmosphere.
I've played here several times the Brobdingnagian Bards, but this will be my first solo performance at this cool venue.
Weds, February 4, 2009 Studio Joe's Coffeeshop @ 7:30pm 600 Autumn Rd Little Rock, AR 72211 US 501-224-3400 $10 cover charge. All ages.
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
I had an interesting correspondence from my Weeklies where I wrote: "Don't forget to make a demand to see me perform. I have a growing number of demands in Chicago and the Pacific Northwest. If I can pull in a good 20-30 people signed up there, or anywhere, I will be forced to come see you. Twist my arm. Ouch! Okay. I'll be there."
Allee responded: "...Twenty to thirty people and you'll perform anywhere? Promise? Because I could probably pull together more than that here in Japan..."
Marc: "LOL. Well, yes, I would be happy to play there. However, I guess I'd also need air travel paid for. So, let me rephrase, anywhere in the U.S., anywhere in the world if you pay for 2 airplane tickets and a hotel for the stay."
Allee: "I'll get on it. :-D"And she is! In fact, she's looking for other people in Japan who would like to see me perform? If you are one such person in Japan, then contact Allee at awesolow86 [at} yahoo.com.
Now admittedly, not everywhere is the same, but I do love to travel. And Japan would kick butt! But I'd also be willing to do the same for Australia, Europe, Brazil, okay, most foreign countries, heck! I'd do that for Seattle or Boston or San Diego or Wyoming or Chicago. Lots of places. So if you're interested in that too, make your demand. Then put on the initiative and contact me! Let's work it out.
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
I had such an awesome time last summer when I had my CD release party at Raenell's house. Well, I'm happy to say I will be back there again for another house concert just two days after my solo debut at the Tipperary Inn. Come join me for an amazingly personal evening of Celtic music and entertainment.
Saturday, February 7, 2009 DFW House Concert @ 7PM Watauga, TX Suggested donation $15. BYOB. RSVP to raevyn3450-iwg@yahoo.com Raenell will provide directions to the event.
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp (I wish they'd get it off it already). Embrace independent Celtic music!
This is my first year performing at StarFest. My friend Lisa was raved about it last year and since it looks like I won't be able to make Opus Fest this year, I figured this would be a great opportunity to make my way back to Denver and see all my friends and fans out there.
Starfest is an annual Denver convention encompassing all aspects of popular media, film and television. Started in 1977, it attracts several thousand fans of popular culture for a weekend of social interaction, games and fun. There are over a hundred activities on the multi-track programming schedule. Events include film studio presentations, onstage Q&A sessions with actors - producers & directors, autograph and photo sessions, costume and talent contests, film festivals, model and art shows, collectible merchandise, educational seminars, discussion panels, kids events, fan club presentations, and assorted Klingons, Jedi and other strange and unusual creatures.
April 17-19, 2009 StarFest The Marriott DTC 4900 S Syracuse St Denver, CO80237
Cats. Irish music. Sci Fi. Drinking songs. Nowhere else but from the bizarre imagination of Marc Gunn would those four elements be so neatly integrated. Yet Gunn, formerly of the award-winning Brobdingnagian Bards and sometimes called "the hardest working man in Celtic music" around his hometown in Austin, is an accomplished Celtic Geek musician and podcaster with quirky sense of humor. He defies the odds by turning his love of music into a fun career. Last year, he released four albums of music to that end, including a follow up to his purrfully popular cat CD, "Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers" and an album of funny filk music, "What Color Is Your Dragon?". He is currently in the studio plugging away at a joyful tribute to dying with the CD "Happy Songs of Death".
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
2002 was the first time I ever went to a science fiction convention. That Sci Fi convention was I-Con. The first year, I felt like I was home. I made some amazing friends. I laughed and sang. I think it even snowed that first year. I can't imagine not being at I-Con. So I did my best, and succeeded at getting booked once again at the the Northeast's largest convention of Science Fiction, Fact & Fantasy.
I-Con is a 3-day convention of science fiction, fact and fantasy and related genres, attended by over 7,000 people each year. Guests from film and TV, Authors, artists and scientists, speak and meet with I-con's members in a causal setting. Games, events, demonstrations, performances, awards, films and shows are also showcased during the 3 day convention. Normally held at Stonybrook University, I-Con is relocating to the Suffolk County Community College at Brentwood, Long Island, NY and the surrounding area!
April 3-5, 2009 I-Con 28 Suffolk County Community College
Show Times:
Fri, Apr 3
FuMP Showcase @ 7pm Marc Gunn, Celtic Geek @ 10:30pm
Sat, Apr 4 Renaissance Festival Podcast Live @ 11am Celebrate Your Celtic Geek @ 2pm
Headlining the Cabaret @ 11pm
Sun, Apr 5 Celebrate Your Celtic Geek @ 1:30pm
Cats. Irish music. Sci Fi. Drinking songs. Nowhere else but from the bizarre imagination of Marc Gunn would those four elements be so neatly integrated. Yet Gunn, formerly of the award-winning Brobdingnagian Bards and sometimes called "the hardest working man in Celtic music" around his hometown in Austin, is an accomplished Celtic Geek musician and podcaster with quirky sense of humor. He defies the odds by turning his love of music into a fun career. Last year, he released four albums of music to that end, including a follow up to his purrfully popular cat CD, "Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers" and an album of funny filk music, "What Color Is Your Dragon?". He is currently in the studio plugging away at a joyful tribute to dying with the CD "Happy Songs of Death".
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
AggieCon is the annual science fiction convention produced entirely by the members of Cepheid Variable, a student organization, on the grounds of Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas. It has the recognition of being the oldest, continuously running, student-produced science fiction convention in the U.S. Each spring, they bring in guests notable in their chosen fields of writing, art, acting, editing, or game production and give the student body a chance to meet them in person.
March 26-29, 2009 AggieCon 40 Texas A&M University College Station, Texas Show times TBA
Cats. Irish music. Sci Fi. Drinking songs. Nowhere else but from the bizarre imagination of Marc Gunn would those four elements be so neatly integrated. Yet Gunn, formerly of the award-winning Brobdingnagian Bards and sometimes called "the hardest working man in Celtic music" around his hometown in Austin, is an accomplished Celtic Geek musician and podcaster with quirky sense of humor. He defies the odds by turning his love of music into a fun career. Last year, he released four albums of music to that end, including a follow up to his purrfully popular cat CD, "Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers" and an album of funny filk music, "What Color Is Your Dragon?". He is currently in the studio plugging away at a joyful tribute to dying with the CD "Happy Songs of Death".
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
I first heard about MarsCon from the Manic Mondays Comedy Podcast. Tom Rockwell, aka Devo Spice, has featured a lot of dementia music on the show live from MarsCon. It sounded too cool to not be a part of. I had to find out more. Now I am performing at the world's best fandom convention comedy music track.
The MarsCon Dementia Track features an almost Who's Who of funny music. It's no wonder because it is organized by The Great Luke Ski one of the most-celebrated comedy artists of Dr. Demento and a charter member of The Funny Music Project. He brings in a ton of amazing comedy musicians like Devo Spice, Worm Quartet, MC Lars, Rob Balder, Power Salad, and many more. Check out the MarsCon Dementia track website for details.
OH! Don't forget to pick up a copy of the MarsCon Dementia Fundraiser CD which helps bring all these awesome artists to the con.
March 6-8, 2009 MarsCon Holiday Inn Select 3 Appletree Sq Bloomington, MN 55425
Show time: Sunday, March 8th at 1:30pm
Cats. Irish music. Sci Fi. Drinking songs. Nowhere else but from the bizarre imagination of Marc Gunn would those four elements be so neatly integrated. Yet Gunn, formerly of the award-winning Brobdingnagian Bards and sometimes called "the hardest working man in Celtic music" around his hometown in Austin, is an accomplished Celtic Geek musician and podcaster with quirky sense of humor. He defies the odds by turning his love of music into a fun career. Last year, he released four albums of music to that end, including a follow up to his purrfully popular cat CD, "Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers" and an album of funny filk music, "What Color Is Your Dragon?". He is currently in the studio plugging away at a joyful tribute to dying with the CD "Happy Songs of Death".
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
The Kerry Irish Pub is one of a few Celtic-flavored venues in the French Quarter. It has a neighborhood feel. A wide variety of acts perform there nightly.
Marc Gunn is Celtic American Musician and Podcaster. Good food, good drink and good company. Folk ballads, Irish drinking songs, fantasy, Sci Fi, and cats on the autoharp. Embrace independent Celtic music!
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
Thundering Paws Animal Sanctuary is having their annual fundraiser with live music from several animal friendly artists on Sunday, October 19, 2008
THE EVENT
The first question I got when I finished the Austin CD release of Whiskers in the Jar was, "Will you come perform at Pawstock?" Pawstock is an annual, music-filled fundraiser Casa de Luna's El Arroyo at 12432 Bee Caves Road and FM2244. It lasts from 3pm to 8pm for food, a silent auction, and music from the following artists:
We had so much at last year's Space Madness at Elysium, we're doing it all over again on October 17, 2008!
THE EVENT
Space madness returns to Elysium, Austin's Goth Club on Red River and 7th in downtown Austin.
I hope you bring your video camera.
I'm gonna unleash a bunch of new, never-before-played songs from my new album What Color Is Your Dragon? (and more), plus, there will be several Brobdingnagian favorites thrown in.
You are encouraged to photograph and video tape the show and post it on YouTube. I give you full permission to have fun with it...
Oy! That can be dangerous, me saying that...
DETAILS
Friday, October 17, 2008 ELYSIUM 705 Red River Austin, Texas 78705 512-478-2979
Doors open at 9:30pm, and sadly, you must be 21 or older to attend. I'm on at 10pm.
There is a cover charge To Be Announced.
Additional music from Automusik. Dude! They're funny! Some sort of German industrial, 80s video game, thing... Cool.
Come in join the fun with contests for best male/female sci-fi/fantasy costume and more!
EXTRA ADDED SCI FI GEEKY BONUS
Want a Free copy of Three Movie and TV Songs for Geeks Like Me? Everyone who shows up just needs to ask. I'll give a copy free while supplies last!
Step back in time and join our villagers as they celebrate their fall festival. Join the faire for a full day of adventure, entertainment and shopping. The Villagers of Albright are waiting to make you part of their celebration!
This is the first year at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival that I am booked as soloist. I am currently only scheduled to perform at the Wine and Whiskey Tastings. However, I hope to have at least one daily stage show at the festival.
Please join me for the Wine and Whiskey Tastings. Madame Ghislaine de Rouen is an expert at helping you to learn about the joy of drink. She has different wines and whiskeys every week, add to it one of the best "shows" out there... You may've heard my saying, "Good food, good drink, and good company." Madame Ghislaine lives that quote at these tastings. They are an experience not to be missed. Get your tasting tickets now.
Weekends, November 1 - December 7, 2008 Louisiana Renaissance Festival 46468 River Road Hammond, LA 70401-4248 http://www.larf.org/ Open 10 am to 5 pm 985.429.9992
Show times: 10:45 am on the Queen's Stage 1pm at the Wine Tasting (come early for more music) 3pm at the Whisky Tasting (Saturdays only)
Sundays, I plan to be at the front gate playing music around 3-3:30.
Marc Gunn is a musician and podcaster specializing in the celtic culture of music. He plays Celtic and folk music on the autoharp promoting himself with podcasts and free music downloads. He's given away away more Celtic MP3s than anyone else on the planet and turned the autoharp into more than just a folk instrument. Do you love your Celtic heritage? Do you love Celtic and folk music? Do you want free MP3s? Marc Gunn is the man who will make your Celtic musical dreams happen.
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
Join Marc Gunn as he promotes the release of his newest musical romp through traditional Irish music with a kitty-cat twist, Whiskers in the Jar.
Saturday, Aug 2, 2008 DFW House Concert @ 8PM Watauga, TX Suggested donation $15. BYOB. RSVP to raevyn3450-iwg@yahoo.com Raenell will provide directions to the event.
House concerts are the coolest way to catch any musician. Just feet away, you can enjoy live music at it's finest, acoustic, and free from smoke or other distractions. Find out more about house concerts.
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Marc Gunn is a musician and podcaster specializing in the celtic culture of music. He plays Celtic and folk music on the autoharp promoting himself with podcasts and free music downloads. He's given away away more Celtic MP3s than anyone else on the planet and turned the autoharp into more than just a folk instrument. Do you love your Celtic heritage? Do you love Celtic and folk music? Do you want free MP3s? Marc Gunn is the man who will make your Celtic musical dreams happen.
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
Join Marc Gunn as he promotes the release of his newest musical romp through traditional Irish music with a kitty-cat twist, Whiskers in the Jar.
Friday, July 25, 2008 Haeuser House Concert @ 8PM Robert, LA Suggested donation $10 RSVP to ghislainederouen@hotmail.com or call 225-266-3979 Jamie will provide directions to the event.
House concerts are the coolest way to catch any musician. Just feet away, you can enjoy live music at it's finest, acoustic, and free from smoke or other distractions. Find out more about house concerts.
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Marc Gunn is a musician and podcaster specializing in the celtic culture of music. He plays Celtic and folk music on the autoharp promoting himself with podcasts and free music downloads. He's given away away more Celtic MP3s than anyone else on the planet and turned the autoharp into more than just a folk instrument. Do you love your Celtic heritage? Do you love Celtic and folk music? Do you want free MP3s? Marc Gunn is the man who will make your Celtic musical dreams happen.
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
The Cactus Cafe is the premiere folk music venue in Austin. The Cactus is an intimate live music performance venue, and since the Cafe opened in February 1979, the Cactus has acquired a national reputation, showcasing the top local, regional, national and international acoustic music acts on the circuit today. It is also the premiere Celtic venue in Austin. All of the coolest Celtic groups who tour through Austin stop off at the Cactus Cafe, including my band, the Brobdingnagian Bards.
Weds, July 30, 2008 Cactus Cafe @ 8PM 23rd & Guadalupe, University of Texas at Austin Texas Union Austin, TX 78705 (512) 475-6515 Benefiting Thundering Paws, a Central Texas animal shelter.
Marc Gunn is a musician and podcaster specializing in the celtic culture of music. He plays Celtic and folk music on the autoharp promoting himself with podcasts and free music downloads. He's given away away more Celtic MP3s than anyone else on the planet and turned the autoharp into more than just a folk instrument. Do you love your Celtic heritage? Do you love Celtic and folk music? Do you want free MP3s? Marc Gunn is the man who will make your Celtic musical dreams happen.
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
CD Release Party for Marc Gunn's 'Whiskers in the Jar' Irish Songs for Cat Lovers
Saturday, July 26th, 2008 Saltwater Grill @ 2-4 PM 1340 South Carrollton Ave. New Orleans, LA 70118 Benefiting the Louisiana SPCA Free parking - Kids Welcome
Join lovers of cats and Irish music as we celebrate the release of Marc Gunn's newest musical romp through traditional Irish music with a kitty-cat twist. Marc will perform songs from the CD, and $5 per CD sold will be donated to the Louisiana SPCA.
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Marc Gunn is a musician and podcaster specializing in the celtic culture of music. He plays Celtic and folk music on the autoharp promoting himself with podcasts and free music downloads. He's given away away more Celtic MP3s than anyone else on the planet and turned the autoharp into more than just a folk instrument. Do you love your Celtic heritage? Do you love Celtic and folk music? Do you want free MP3s? Marc Gunn is the man who will make your Celtic musical dreams happen.
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers is now at the factory being duplicated. It should hit the mail by the end of the week. So I decided it is time to start organizing some CD release parties. I'm starting it off in June, after I get back from Ireland, at Things Celtic. The show will feature a number of Cat songs from the new album as well as some from the original CD, as well as a wide variety of music performed by Marc Gunn. I am working on a lot of new music. And I hope you will join me at Things Celtic to hear some of these new songs live.
Sat, June 21, 2008 Things Celtic @ 2PM 1806 W. 35th Street Austin, TX 78703
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Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
How would you like to have live music from Marc Gunn in your home? You can with house concerts.
House Concerts are intimate musical performances held in private homes, usually without a sound system to an audience of 20-40 people. It is a fantastic way for you to hear my music live and interact with me in a relaxed social setting.
Your job is to Promote the Event to as many people as you feel comfortable having in your home. Send email or postcards to all of your family and friends and to people you know are interested in Celtic and folk music. Then watch as you become the envy of them all, in hosting this fun and light-hearted show.
Duration is typically two hours long with two sets of 45 minutes and one twenty minute break between sets.
Admission to the house concert typically requires $15 donations from attendees. It is a good idea to have someone collect money from attendees. Donations should yield between $300-600 for the evening's entertainment.
It is best to take Reservations for the house concert. Overbooking will insure that you have a full house even if someone cancels. As this is technically a private event, please do not put your address on flyers.
Many hosts serve Food and Drink, but this is not required. BYOB is quite acceptable. Chairs should be acquired for each of your reservations. You can rent them from party supply companies for as little as $1-2 a chair.
Lodging may be requested if I am coming from out of town. If I fly in for a house concert, I may also request Travel to and from the airport.
CD Sales are the lifeblood of all musicians. It's very important to have a table to sell CDs and frequently, it helps to have someone sell the CDs during the intermission or after the show.
House concerts are amazingly fun and rewarding. They do require work, but the feel-good rewards will last a lifetime.
For additional information on how to host a house concert, or have a question? Please email me.
Concerns were just typical...will there be enough food, wine, etc.... until party time when the what if no one shows up thing hits... It was pretty much a perfect night though. Lots of friends, good food and music...gods, the music just wonderous. I still can't believe it happened...you were sitting in my living room playing all the stuff I listen too, live! And the jamming! When can you come back? --Val Dodd
It was a wonderful event, and words fail to express the excitement and spirit of the whole evening! The Bards were magnificent in every way, and I urge ANYONE to consider hosting a house concert. People were throwing money at me; I issued ribbons tied to people's wrists as they paid, and I had NO ONE out of over 60 people attending who failed to track me down and pay the gate. It was a great way to kick off out preparations for the 5th year of the Louisiana Renaissance Festival, and I am grateful to Andrew and Marc for making is such a rambunctious and fun event. If you DO want to host a concert, email me and I'll be happy to share details of what made it work. --Jamie H.
I paid final bill for the Brobdingnagian Bards Tour of Ireland to Celtic Ways. Eight days in one of the most-beautiful countries on the planet. Due to the weak American dollar and lower than expected attendance, we are losing money, but it's IRELAND. So I can't complain too much. Tickets are all booked up. We are ready to go!
Because of the low attendance, we came to a tough decision today. This is the last Brobdingnagian Bards Tour of Ireland. That's right bardic vacations are no longer in our foreseeable future. I was hoping to do Scotland and Europe in the future, but I'm forced to admit that it doesn't look the demand is strong enough to do these trips.
That said, we do still have room for about four more people on this final tour. So if you were wanting to join us in Ireland. This is indeed your last chance. Right now, the website says it'll cost you $2600 for the land travel and all meals. However, if you email me [marc at thebards dot net] before Friday, May 2nd, I'll knock off $100. But I need to know ASAP. So contact me soon!
Meantime, I'll be practicing my Irish songs for great music and craic!
This coming Saturday will be the Austin AARG. Marc Gunn will be appearing as well as William Toohey with his pipes. Half Seven at the Dog & Duck corner of 17th and Guadalupe! Come Early! Be Loud! Stay Late and Wear Garb!
The Central Texas Rennies meet once a month when faire isn't in session at the Dog & Duck Pub in Central Austin. It's organized by Moon Dawg, and if you enjoy Renaissance festivals like I do, then don your garb and come enjoy the social gathering.
Saturday, January 26, 2008 Marc Gunn @ 7:30pm The Dog & Duck Pub 406 W 17th St Austin, TX 78701 www.marcgunn.com
Valentine's Day Lunchtime Concert at Thing Celtic in Austin (CD Release Party)
Are you in love? Or are a romantic, like I am? Then Happy Valentine's Day!
Well you don't have to be in love to enjoy Marc Gunn's latest CD, "A Tribute to Love", when he releases the album on Valentine's Day, Thursday, February 14, 2008, at noon at Things Celtic, 1806 W. 35th Street.
A Tribute to Love is a different sort of love CD. Gunn draws from his personal experience in love to share the ups and downs, the joy and sadness, the romance and broken hearts. Love is not always bliss. Sometimes you have to work at it. But it is the joy of the experience that makes us continue to pursue it. That is what this CD is all about.
Marc Gunn will share songs from his new CD as well as many traditional Celtic love songs when he releases his new CD at Things Celtic on Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day Lunchtime Concert and CD Release Party February 14, 2008 Things Celtic @ noon 1806 W. 35th Street Austin, TX 78703
Marc Gunn is folk singer and songwriter from Austin, Texas with a strange affinity for Celtic ballads, Irish drinking songs, American folk songs, acoustic Alternative Folk, and cats. Find out more about the album and listen to CD online now.
Yes, folks, it Elysium's first ever Sci-fi/Fantasy event! A night of music from/inspired by all your favorite Sci-fi/Fantasy movies & TV shows. Featuring a live music set from the Brobdingnagian Bards(well, one of them at least), dance music from DJ Boba Fett, and a costume contest at midnight. Think Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Battlestar Galactica, FarScape, Stargate, Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Dungeons & Dragons, Flash Gordon, Space 1999, Buck Rogers, Andromeda, and so on. All aliens, demons, faeries, princesses, Starfleet personnel and nerfherders welcome! But, ABSOLUTELY NO F@*%ING CLOWNS ALLOWED! SERIOUSLY!
Time: Doors open 9:30pm Location: 705 Red River City: Austin, TX 78705 Phone #: 512.478.2979 Age: Must be 21 or older to attend. Website:www.elysiumonline.net
Elysium is Austin's premiere Goth club and industrial haven. It was voted Best Dance Club for 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006 in the Austin Chronicle Readers' Poll. And it is well-deserved. It's a great venue for dancing, drinking, and listening to great music. Now and then, you'll even find the music of Brobdingnagian Bards, Celtic Geek Comedy at it's best. Add a bit of drinking songs and some mystical Lord of the Rings inspired-music and you have an idea of what we're about.
Location: 705 Red River City: Austin, TX 78705 Phone #: 512.478.2979 Age: Must be 21 or older to attend. Website:www.elysiumonline.net
Cat Companion CD Release at Things Celtic in Austin, Texas
Wow! I was looking at my calendar, and it was this time last year that I did my last show at Things Celtic. Last time, I had a theme--summery visions. I don't remember what I played though.
This time, I am releasing my... um... third solo CD, Irish Drinking Songs: The Cat Lover's Companion. Okay, I'm a little slow since I officially released the album in June. But better late than never, eh?
Sat, August 11, 2007 Things Celtic @ 2PM 1806 W. 35th Street Austin, TX 78703
L'Associazione culturale "Accordature Salernitane", nella persona di Elvira Cicalese presenterà MARC GUNN in concerto nell'ambito della II RASSEGNA "CONCERTI NEL CHIOSTRO"
Chiostro del Conservatorio "Ave Gratia Plena Minor" - via dei Canali - Salerno Dal 2 al 10 Maggio dal 7 al 21 giugno 2007 - ore 18.45/21.00
VENERDI' 22 GIUGNO ORE 21 ingresso gratuito
Iniziativa a cura di Francesco Paolone e dell'Associazione "Accordature Salernitane", in collaborazione con il Comune di Salerno e la Città dei creativi
L'Associazione culturale "Accordature Salernitane", nella persona di Elvira Cicalese presenterà MARC GUNN in concerto nell'ambito della II RASSEGNA "CONCERTI NEL CHIOSTRO"
Chiostro del Conservatorio "Ave Gratia Plena Minor" - via dei Canali - Salerno Dal 2 al 10 Maggio dal 7 al 21 giugno 2007 - ore 18.45/21.00
VENERDI' 22 GIUGNO ORE 21 ingresso gratuito
Iniziativa a cura di Francesco Paolone e dell'Associazione "Accordature Salernitane", in collaborazione con il Comune di Salerno e la Città dei creativi
Sunday, May 6, 2007 Whisperz at 9-11 PM 3670 Foothill Blvd La Crescenta, CA 91214
After a weekend at CaliFur, I'm gonna do something I've never done before, perform solo at pub in California. So tell your friends, tell your family, tell the people that you hate, that I'll be there and show up with bells on... Okay, not bells that'd get annoying during the show. But at least come out and have a pint or twelve with me.
Join us for a fun afternoon Sunday, April 29, 2007, from 3pm to 5pm. Thundering Paws will have a benefit event at the El Arroyo restaurant in Bee Cave, near the intersection of Bee Cave Road and Highway 71. Marc Gunn is providing music from 3pm to 4pm, and we know you'll enjoy his combination of traditional Celtic tunes and silly cat lyrics. Anne, the directory of Thundering Paws, will tell happy stories about Thundering Paws animals. There will also be a silent auction, and you can order food and drinks from the full El Arroyo menu. Suggested donation is $10 for the event (does not include your food and drinks).
Marc Gunn at Central Texas Rennie Gathering on Feb 24, 2007
If you love Renaissance festivals like I do, you'll be happy to know you're not alone. In central Texas, you can find Rennies gathered outside of faire too. They're called "Rennie Gatherings". There, Rennies socialize over pints while dressed in their finest garb.
Austin has it's own wee group. Organized by Moon Dawg, the monthly gathering takes place on the last Saturday of the month when faire is not in session. We meet at the Dog & Duck Pub in Austin.
This month, Rennie and Celtic folk singer, Marc Gunn is performing to share songs new and old.
Marc Gunn @ 7:30pm The Dog & Duck Pub 406 W 17th St Austin, TX 78701
You can stay up to date with all the latest Central Texas Rennies info, through our yahoo group.
For many years now, I've wanted to go to Oregon. I hear such wonderful things about it. I finally have the opportunity thanks to an International Cat Show taking place at the end of January. Since we have a number of fans up in that area, I decided to try and put together a small house concert while I'm there. Kari Haley has kindly volunteered to host it.
Monday, January 29, 2007 Kari Haley House Concert @ 7-9pm. Eugene, OR 97402 Call or email Erin to RSVP. $10 donation Show starts at 7:30pm so arrive early.
Paws on the Sunny Side II - International Cat Show in Portland
When I first started thinking about promoting my CD Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers, I never imagined I'd actually perform AT a cat show. So when they contacted me with this fascinating proposition, I had to say yes.
So now I get to attend my very first cat show, meow for hundreds of people, and see a part of the country I've never attended. This is brilliant opportunity that I can't wait to be a part of.
After all my involvement in the podcasting, I was invited to be a speaker on the panel at DragonCon. The panel asks are you a writer, musician, game designer, or trying to promote your brand or grow an audience? Learn the tricks to get a wider audience!
I'll be on a panel with such podcasting gurus as Les Howard, Mur Lafferty, Stephen Euin Cobb, Marc Gunn, JM Campbell, and others. This is particularly exciting for me. I don't often enjoy being on panels unless I know I have plenty to say. And when it comes to marketing and promotion, I have plenty to say. Don't believe me, check out The Bards Crier Music Marketing and Promotion Ezine I publish.
Friday, September 1, 2006 Podcasting for Promotion @ 4:00 PM DragonCon Sci Fi Convention Hilton POD
If you're interested in podcasting to promote yourself of your business, don't miss this panel!
I never really think of "themes" when I book gigs. But more and more whenever I put together a solo show, I like to give it a theme and then see how I can fit it. Take for instance my latest solo show at Things Celtic:
Sun, August 13, 2006 Things Celtic @ 3PM 1806 W. 35th Street Austin, TX 78703
This time I'm not entirely sure. Right now, I have another sinus infection. So if my voice is as bad as it is right now, then I'll prolly do an instrumental show. But assuming my voice is back in shape by then, I think a nice set for summer is in order.
A set for summer... hmm... I'll have to think about what songs that'll include. Check out Irish Song Lyrics website.
Course, this is the really annoying thing. I look at every tour we've done so far and I've ended up on antibiotics. I think it's safe to say, heavy touring will not be in my future. That means, it will be more expensive flying to venues, but at least a might stay a wee bit healthy.
Okay, as I mentioned. We are looking at turning July into another big tour. And the tour idea is growing. BIG! But to make it happen, we will need a lot of help from folks willing to host house concerts. Due to the time constraint, it's not practical to try and convince some booking agent to book us at a venue. Not to mention, I prefer playing house concerts. Read below for more details about them.
These two dates are secure: July 7-9 InConjunction, Indianapolis, IN July 10 House Concert, Winchester, KY
Here's a rough plan that sorta includes what Andrew and I were talking about for a tour itinerary.
July 4 House Concert, St Louis, MO July 5 House Concert, Central MO July 6 House Concert, Central IL July 14-16, Either a Faire or House Concerts in NY and possibly up to Mass. July 18, House Concert in PA July 20, House Concert in VA July 22, House Concert in Atlanta, GA July 24, House Concert in South GA/Northern FL Aug 2-4, House Concert, Central... TN, NC, GA, Aug 5, House Concert, Hammond, LA
This may be wayyy too much, but twould be one heckuva trip.
WHAT IS A HOUSE CONCERT?
A house concert is a live performance in your home. You ask for a $10 donation and bring in a bare minimum of 15 folks. And we have a great time singing and laughing together. It is great fun!
Keep in mind, you don't need a huge place to do a house concert. We've done 15x15 foot room with 20+ people. The main key is to invite your friends. It's a snap. If you're interested, then please, please email Andrew and help us get this going asap. If not, keep an eye open for someone else who may put one on. Course, you may have to do some driving.
I love Things Celtic... the store that is. Not only do some of the nicest people in Austin work there, but they are kind enough to host independent musicians like me. I also play with the Brobdingnagian Bards quite regularly. Things Celtic gives me a great opportunity to share songs I don't get to play.
Consequently, the shows are always different. Whether it's the Valentine's Day Show with a bunch of Irish love songs that I don't play regularly, or it's an abundance of Cat songs, the show is always loads of fun.
My next solo show is the day before Father's Day. So this is an extra challenge. I don't think I know that many father songs...
Whether I can think of some good Irish Father's Day type songs, have to write one or just find some other random fun and beautiful Irish music, it will be a grand time. And there's an added bonus...
June 18, 2006 Things Celtic @ 3-4 PM 1806 W. 35th Street Austin, TX 78703
Ever wanted to learn how to play the autoharp?
A few days ago, I got a phone call from a lady asking about the basics of learning autoharp. Well, I know my autoharp rather well, but I've never tried teaching how to play it. That's gonna change on the 18th. After the show, I will offer a free instructional on autoharp basics.
Bring an autoharp, tuner, and tuning wrench if you them. And I will be happy to help you get started at becoming an autoharper starting at 4:30pm.
The songs I love the most in the Irish music tradition are the ballads. I love singing passionate love songs of today and yesterday.
That's one of the reasons I named my first solo CD, Soul of a Harper. It is filled with some romantic and soulful ballads. Course, it's not quite as defined as the Brobdingnagian Bards' Celtic Wedding CD, A Celtic Renaissance Wedding. But it's close.
Any case, I'm gonna celebrate my Irish Valentine's Day with a bunch of romantic, love songs from my various CDs at Things Celtic. Come join me in some sappy fun.
February 11, 2006 Things Celtic @ Noon-1 PM 1806 W. 35th Street Austin, TX 78703
I hope to see ye there.
PS. Don't forget the following weekend, the Brobdingnagian Bards will do a CD Release for The Circle, a Ren Faire Compilation CD at Mother Egan's Irish Pub with the Bedlam Bards. Find out more.
Twas a nice trip. Thursday, I got to hang out with David and Sharon of Boogie Knights (David wrote "Exclamations"). I also got a peek at a couple upcoming songs. They have one that's a parody of "Puff, The Magic Dragon" that is awesome!
Yesterday, my mom and I drove to Delaware for my house concert. Listened to "Goblet of Fire" as an audio book all the way out there which passed the time easily. I wish I had gone out sooner though cuz the are looked pretty nice. The big challenge was the wind. It was blowing wayyy hard all the way too and fro.
Arrived at Larry's just before showtime. The temperature was dropping and it started sleeting. A local autoharper arrived for the show, everyone chatted. I got to meet Larry's cats and see some of his Red Dwarf fandom stuff. Dwarfers rock! :)
The show started a wee bit late, but it seemed to go quite well. My mom was quite impressed with my performance. So I guess I put on a good show. It felt good. I was much more relaxed than some of my past solo shows.
A few folks arrived late to catch the end of the second set. They all enjoyed it too. To top it off, the sleet had turned to snow by the time we left the house. So after all my hoping for a snow when I went up to Virginia, I got a wee bit. Yeah. Even pegged my mom with a snowball.
All in all, I was rather pleased. The attendance was small, but it seemed to do what I was hoping which is pay for my trip.
Pub Songs Podcast #22 - A REAL Live House Concert Performance with Marc Gunn
My next solo show is the day before Father's Day. So this is an extra challenge. I don't think I know that many father songs...
