Vince Conaway shares his top 3 places to see in Italy along with some travel tips, and stories of busking in Italy. Music from Vince Conaway, Brobdingnagian Bards, and Ironwood. And if you’re going to apologize, make it a good one. That’s what I did when I wrote the song “The Bridge” as an apology. It’s all part of a new series where I talk about my album Soul of a Harper.

This is Pub Songs & Stories #285

0:30 - Marc Gunn “Killiecrankie” from Soul of Harper

  • Inspired by the band Schiehallion out of Scotland
  • about the Battle of Killiecrankie in 1689. The first three verses and chorus were written by Robert Burns in 1789.

3:47 - WELCOME TO PUB SONGS & STORIES

I am Marc Gunn. I’m a Sci F’ Irish musician and podcaster living in Atlanta, Georgia.

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CELTIC INVASION VACATIONS

Every year, I lead a small group of people on an exciting adventure, usually to one of the Celtic nations, but not always.

7:04 - Ironwood "She Likes the Guinness" from Gretna Green

10:55 - STORY OF  SOUL OF A HARPER

  • On back: “May your boots be well-worn and your soul, well-wandered”
  • An autoharper’s spiritual wandering through Celtic songs
  • Cover photo by Nancy Pearsall
  • Award-winning Graphic design by Marc Gunn
  • Why did I record the album?
  • Album title inspired by a song by Rie Sheridan Rose

20:24 - Brobdingnagian Bards “Soul of a Harper” from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales

23:52 - THE STORY OF THE BRIDGE

  • Originally recorded for Brobdingnagian Bards’ CD, Gullible’s Travels. Also released on A Celtic Renaissance Wedding
  • Was it written as an apology at Pease Park near UT Austin
  • Instrumental part in 4th verse

29:35 - Marc Gunn “The Bridge” from Soul of Harper

The Bridge Lyrics by Marc Gunn

Was it something I said that made you angry with me. Made you dig a deep river to keep you from me. Oh, the water is rushing, come to sweep me away 'Less I die of sorrow, I will cross it today.

I would build me a bridge a hundred meters long To see the other side of what I did wrong Well you say you don't hate me, but I guess that I'm scared That with a river between us, you'll no longer care.

I would build a boat, and paddle agaist all sorrow. And if I sail down the river, then I'll be back again tomorrow. I would face cold death, run and leap to your side. And if I fall in the river, I'll be warmed by your sight.

I would beg your forgiveness for the pain I've fed And I'd find the source of the river you've bled. Then I'd close the gates of the dam I built there. And never again will you have anything to fear.

Well I never knew that your tears ran so deep. But when I'ved dammed those tears, I will kiss your sweet cheek. I will hold you close 'till your tears finally cease. And I'll sing you a lullaby to bring you peace.

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34:21 - INTRO – BEST TRAVEL TIPS

36:22 - BEST TRAVEL TIPS

Best Travel Tips with Vince Conaway #212

If you love adventure, then you will find your heart pumping with an interview I did with Vince Conaway. He plays hammered dulcimer, is an incredible busker, and every year, he goes to exotic locations in abroad to play music in the streets and to become a part of the culture of the region. Having had years of Celtic Invasion Vacations where we sort of do the same, his story is dear to my heart.

From Florence to Machu Pichu, Austria to Croatia, plus the Renaissance festivals he does the rest of the year, Vince has been all over. He even can explain what the dulcimer is in those various languages, which is just too cool.

Vince will share his favorite memories and best travel tips. You can find him and his travel blog and photos at vinceconaway.com and he's also on Patreon.

50:51 - CLOSING – BEST TRAVEL TIPS

51:24 - Vince Conaway “Goblin Parade” from Musica Instrumentalis

54:16 - CREDITS

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