Merry Muse Sunday April 12 Shanagolden plus Daniel Kelly
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The Merry Muse is held on the second Sunday of the Month 4pm-7pm at the Canberra Irish Club, 6 Parkinson St Weston. The blackboard is pre-booked and if full for April. Please contact Eileen at merrymuse@monarofolk.org.au if you are interested in playing at a later date or have any queries.Shanagolden is a four-piece Irish-Australian folk ensemble fronted by the expressive and richly toned vocals of Cassidy Buxton. The group features Sandy Gibbney on fiddle, whose playing – characterised by impeccable intonation, fluid bowing, and expressive vibrato, defines Shanagolden’s sound. On piano accordion, Bridget Hehir emoloys simple traditional ornamentation to produce rich harmonic layers and strong rhythmic patterns to create a lively danceable feel. Percussionist Jon Jones fuses traditional styles with innovative techniques, adding intricate, tasteful rhythm and texture. With decades of experience performing in established bands and as regular contributors to Canberra’s vibrant session scene, each member brings seasoned musicianship and a deep appreciation of Australia’s vibrant folk culture, performing songs you’ll love and melodies that linger.
Daniel Kelly
Daniel Kelly is a singer and songwriter from Yass, he works as an engineer by day, and records obscure folk ballads and some original songs in his home studio by night.
Daniel’s album from 2025, ‘Sing a Rebel Song’, is a collection of new melodies to some of Henry Lawson’s lesser-known work, with a focus on his politics and humanity. The concert at the Merry Muse will include work from this album, first showcased at the Bush Music Gathering in Goulburn and the Yass Irish and Celtic festival in 2025.” All albums are available on
Bandcamp: https://ozfolklounge.bandcamp.com/album/sing-a-rebel-song
Date
Sunday 12 April 2026 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Merry Muse
Canberra Irish Club, 6 Parkinson St , Weston ACT 2611
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Merry Muse Sunday April 12 Shanagolden plus Daniel Kelly
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