Traditional Celtic Music at The Sembrich
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Poor Man’s Gambit brings together a riveting trio of traditional Celtic musicians for a mixture of driving tunes, percussive Irish dance and three-part vocal harmony.
Formed in Philadelphia in 2015 by musicians Deirdre Lockman, Corey Purcell and Federico Betti, the trio has released three albums, completed two international tours, and has been noted as an increasingly popular Irish-American group.
Featuring fiddle, button accordion, guitar, bodhran, bouzouki, vocals, and dance, Poor Man’s Gambit brings together diverse musical backgrounds and players who complement one another's musical styles both on stage and in the studio. The addition of Corey's flashy footwork on the occasional reel adds an extra punch of energy to their shows.
Most of the repertoire of Poor Man’s Gambit is rooted in Irish traditions, but the trio’s selections feature other provincial influences as well. These include England, Brittany, and Scotland, along with several original compositions.