Product Description This album done in 1993 by Danny and his band, Ronnie D'Addario and Bob Mastro is loved by all of their fans and has won over new fans from one listen. Twelve Irish ballads that Danny learned from listening to The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem. Danny toured off and on with Tommy Makem for many years. The songs included on Gifts From a Bard are true Irish classics with unique arrangements done by Danny and the band. Little Beggarman done with a up tempo "handjiving" beat has become a true favorite of lovers of Irish music everywhere. If you enjoy Irish music you will love Gifts From a Bard. Review "I've heard many versions of these songs and no one has done them better than Danny Quinn" Tommy Makem -- Irish Echo 1993 About the Artist Danny Quinn has toured throughout America, England, Canada and Ireland performing Irish and American folk music for almost 30 years. He has been the host of five different radio programs and has done two pilots for television. Danny toured for many years with his own band and as back-up guitar player for the legendary Tommy Makem. Danny has opened for such artists as: The Chieftains, John Prine, David Bromberg, The Clancy Brothers, The Wolfetones, David Mallett and Maura O'Connell. Danny also performs family music with his musical partner Tom Gardner in the Uncle Brothers. Their most recent cd was put on Family Fun magazine's A list in November of "2003". Danny's tour schedule can be found on his website dannyquinn.com See more