Best of The Beggars

Thursday 8 July, 11.00am - Institute Hall, First Floor, Gawler Civic Centre

The Beggars are an old-school folk and country trio from South Australia, all acoustic and full of rich vocal harmony.

In celebration of their 15 year career, The Beggars have revisited some of their highlights: the best of Australian songs, folk songs and novelty songs; the best of harmony bands like The Seekers and Peter Paul and Mary; the best of Australian troubadours like Slim Dusty; the best of The Beggars originals, plus their best jokes and comedy routines. It’s simply a banquet of The Beggars best!

They have recorded 7 albums, toured Europe 4 times and played numerous themed concerts across Australia, each one with its own stand out moments.

Stuart Day (vocals, guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjo), Renee Donaghey (vocals, guitar, ukulele) and Quinton Dunne (vocals, double bass) formed the Beggars in 2006 with the aim of recording their own songs. Songs from their first two albums caught the ears of European DJs and put The Beggars on the folk and country radio charts across the E.U., with The Banjo Song going to the number one spot. Their third album Australian Songbook launched them on the Australian concert circuit where they continue to play to packed houses everywhere.

“The best Australian vocal band since The Seekers” Normie Rowe

"Her (Renee's) voice leaves no doubt, perfect." HAZ Hanover Feb 2008 [Germany]

“So good was the experience overall I immediately booked this band from Adelaide for a return season” Greg Hordacre, Director Drum Theatre Dandenong

“Super Australian band: Renee Donaghey is a genius.” Bote Lucerne [Switzerland]

All Tickets: $20

online booking fees apply

Online bookings: http://www.gccbestofthebeggars.eventbrite.com.au/

In Person bookings: Gawler Visitor Information Centre (Lyndoch Road) or Civic Centre Library (Murray Street)