Poor Man’s Gambit is a powerful trio featuring three of the most accomplished young players on the scene. Combining fiddle, button accordion, guitar, bodhran, banjo, vocals and dance, this fresh and energetic band thrills crowds with their new take on traditional music.
Though initially formed as a pick-up band for some St. Pat’s gigs, PMG quickly realized that their combination of musical styles was too good to ignore. Achieving quick success, the trio was booked at most of the regional festivals after releasing their first demo, and within six months, they were headlining a tour of England and Ireland.
10 reviews
Christina S.
October 26, 2024We had a duet with fiddle and guitar. The music was perfect for our Scottish-themed wedding. Thanks for making my daughter's wedding day special!
Hired as: Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Tammy E.
November 6, 2023PMG were easy to work with and the music was wonderful. I received numerous compliments about them throughout our event.
Hired as: Irish / Scottish Entertainment
Nicole M. P.
July 13, 2023We absolutely loved them! Great music and very accommodating and flexible.
Hired as: Celtic Music
George F.
January 1, 2023Could not have enjoyed the evening more. Band did great job
Hired as: Celtic Music
Danielle B.
March 21, 2022Poor Man's Gambit was the absolute highlight of our afternoon. Our team members haven't been in the office since March 2020 and it was such a delightful way to spend the afternoon together full of good conversations, good food and beautiful Celtic music. Our crowd was much larger in size than we anticipated and the sound quality of the band during the event was perfect. Corey was responsive and professional. The band showed up on time and the setup was as simple and easy as Corey said it would be. Last and certainly not least, the music! What a beautiful sound and perfect for our St Patricks Day themed event. Thank you PMG!
Hired as: Celtic Music
Price range: $700 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 45 - 180 minutes
What to expect with Poor Man's Gambit? A dynamic performance of Celtic songs interwoven with three part vocal harmony, and driving instrumental sets interspersed with world class Irish dance.
Poor Man's Gambit is a trio of traditional artists comprised of Corey Purcell (button accordion, cittern, vocals, bodhran, dance), Federico Betti (guitar, fiddle), and Deirdre Lockman (fiddle, vocals, dance).
Initially formed as a pickup band, the trio quickly realized that their combination of musical styles was worth pursuing as a more permanent venture, as they are set apart by not only offering a varied array of instrumental combinations, but also by including the visual (and audial) element of dance.
Building on their roots as traditional Irish musicians, the trio's repertoire is also influenced by traditional music of other cultures including France, Scotland, England, and America, some of which can be heard on their latest release 'Kind Providence'. Several original tunes have also been included on the album including a waltz 'The Second Goodnight, and a jig 'The Nickel Plated Shoe'.
Poor Man’s Gambit’s members have had the honor of appearing as featured performers with such internationally recognized acts as The John Whelan Band, Danu, and Ireland the Show.
Learn more about the band and get access to sound samples and videos through their website.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For acoustic performances:
- adequate space
If we're providing sound:
- a working 3 prong outlet
- adequate space for dancing
If you're providing sound:
5 D/Is
2 Instrument mics (SM 57s, or condensers)
3 vocal mics (SM 58s or comparable model)
Saturday
Anniversary Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
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New Castle, DE
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Northfield, NJ
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Merion Station, PA
Saturday
Birthday Party
1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Berwyn, PA
Thursday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
Wednesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
7:30pm - 10:30pm
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Southampton, PA
Friday
Corporate Event
8:00pm - 10:00pm
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Bethlehem, PA
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:30am - 11:00am
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Hollidaysburg, PA
Wednesday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 1:00pm
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Newark, DE
Saturday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 7:30pm
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Philadelphia, PA
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
5:00pm - 8:30pm
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Reading, PA
Saturday
Restaurant/Bar Event
6:00pm - 9:30pm
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Kingston, PA
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Brooklyn, NY
Friday
Corporate Event
4:00pm - 7:00pm
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New York City, NY
Sunday
Retirement Party
1:30pm - 3:00pm
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Danville, PA
Tuesday
Cultural Event
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
Saturday
Cocktail Party
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Bernardsville, NJ
Wednesday
Dinner Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Doylestown, PA
Poor Man's Gambit's repertoire includes but is not limited to the follow songs:
The Rocky Road to Dublin
Mormond Braes
The Silver Dagger
The False Knight
Bee's Wing
The Newry Highwayman
The Maid of Culmore
The Bonny Light Horseman
William Taylor
The White Cockade
Lonesome Robin
Whiskey in the Jar
The Green Fields of France
The Parting Glass
The Mary Ellen Carter
Donegal Danny
Wild Mountain Thyme
Planxty
Solas
Dervish
David Munnelly Band
Danu
Martin Hayes
Silly Wizard
3 prong power outlet
Reasonable space for performance
Irish / Scottish Entertainment
