MARC'S MUSINGS — July 19, 2008
– Marc's Music News
– Swan Songs
– Autoharp for Sale
– Three CD Release Parties for Whiskers
– Dr. Horrible
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Marc's Musings
Greetings Amici,
Last week, I had the priviledge of playing music at a hospice through a non-profit in Austin called Swan Songs. It was an intensely powerful experience as I watched someone cross over.
After the tears, I felt blessed that I have the opportunity to share my music with so many people in the world… to emotionally move people with smiles, laughs, and sometimes tears. It is that emotional commitment that guides my music to new places and helps me to grow as a human being. Thank you for being a part of that growth.
MARC'S MUSIC NEWS
Yesterday, I started to do some major work on my autoharps. It's stuff I haven't done in a while, but needs doing. You know the type.
In the process, I decided it was time to unload one of my autoharps to make room for a new one. The one to unload is an Oscar Schmidt Electric Autoharp with a 4-band EQ, internal pickup, and fine tuners. It's in great shape. I have barely played since I bought it three years ago. You can find out why I am putting it on sale on my website, or just buy it on my merch page. So if you want a Marc Gunn keepsake… 🙂
Whiskers in the Jar: Irish Songs for Cat Lovers is selling better than I anticipated. Thank you for telling your friends about the album. The word seems to be spreading like feral kitties in the summer (Don't forget to spay and neuter your cats). Please keep the momentum going and post a blog or tell a new friend every week. You can use the widgets at ReverbNation to make your promotional efforts even easier and even get some freebies.
Keep an ear open! I have several CD release parties planned in the next two weeks…
MARC GUNN LIVE!
That's right. I have three more CD release parties planned for Whiskers in the Jar in New Orleans, Austin and Fort Worth. Come join me for a fun mix of Celtic and feline favorites.
Friday, July 25, 2008
Haeuser House Concert @ 8PM
Robert, LA
Suggested donation $10
RSVP to ghislainederouen@hotmail.com or call 225-266-3979
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
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.
Saturday, Aug 2, 2008
DFW House Concert @ 8PM
Watauga, TX
Suggested donation $15. BYOB.
RSVP to raevyn3450-iwg@yahoo.com
Of course, you will already know ALL about these gigs if you made a demand on eventful.
In other news, GenCon with the Brobdingnagian Bards is a go. DragonCon, however, is not. We were not invited back as guests this year. However, we are going to visit anyway. With any luck we'll have a couple shows. I WILL be there for a podcast promotion panel and also for the pirate party.
DR. HORRIBLE!
Have you heard of Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog? It's a new web TV show by none other than Joss Whedon, creator of Firefly, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel. It stars Neil Patrick Harris as Dr. Horrible and Nathan Fillion as his arch-nemesis, Captain Hammer.
It's about an evil scientist, Dr. Horrible, who is video blogging about his attempt to join the Evil League of Evil. He also has a crush on a girl at the local laundramat. The show is a musical that reminds me a bit of Jonathan Coulton's song “Skullcrusher Mountain”. It has the fun, witty dialogue that Joss Whedon is a master of. Fun show! Go check it out.
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Many blessings. Drop me a line and say, “hello”. Slainte!
– Marc Gunn
Quick Links to Marc Gunn
- MarcSongs Podcast
- Marc Gunn's Pub Songs Podcast
- Renaissance Festival Podcast
- Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
- SONG HENGE – the Celtic Music Archive
- Brobdingnagian Bards
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