Gerry Tully Sings The Christy Moore Songbook — Concert and Booking Information
About the show
Gerry Tully Sings The Christy Moore Songbook is a live acoustic concert performed by Irish folk singer and guitarist Gerry Tully, featuring songs associated with Christy Moore.
The performance draws on familiar favourites and lesser-known material, combining songs with spoken introductions about their writers, histories and cultural backgrounds.
Gerry brings his own musical interpretation to the repertoire. The concert is intended to entertain audiences while offering insight into the stories behind the songs. It is not an impersonation of Christy Moore.
Concert duration and format
The concert normally consists of approximately two hours of live performance, with an optional interval of 15–20 minutes.
The interval allows audience members to take a break, use the facilities or enjoy refreshments. Arrangements can be agreed with the venue or promoter.
The show is presented as a solo acoustic performance, featuring vocals, acoustic guitars and bodhrán.
Suitable venues
The production is suitable for seated theatres, arts centres, music clubs, hotels and dedicated listening rooms of varying capacities.
The minimum clear performance area is 12 feet wide by 12 feet deep (approximately 3.66 × 3.66 metres).
The show can be accommodated in different types of venues, provided appropriate sound facilities, stage space and technical support are available.
Sound and technical requirements
Gerry supplies two acoustic guitars, a guitar stand, bodhrán and stand, performance seat, floor covering, effects pedalboard, two DI boxes, a D4 bodhrán microphone and a small atmospheric lighting setup.
The venue's sound arrangements are agreed in advance.
The preliminary sound specification includes four dedicated audio channels:
Acoustic guitar one — dedicated DI connection and independent EQ.
Acoustic guitar two — dedicated DI connection and independent EQ.
Bodhrán — artist-supplied D4 microphone.
Lead vocal — venue-supplied Shure SM58 or SM57 microphone.
The venue supplies suitable audio lines, a vocal microphone stand and the agreed sound reinforcement equipment.
Gerry's preferred monitoring arrangement consists of two d&b audiotechnik floor monitors, positioned to provide a warm, full and balanced stage sound. Alternative professional monitoring arrangements can be agreed where d&b equipment is unavailable.
A competent sound engineer is required at the mixing desk throughout the concert.
Setup and soundcheck
Approximately two hours are normally required before the performance, assuming the venue's sound system is already installed and operational.
The first hour is allocated to stage setup, instruments, connections and associated equipment.
The second hour is allocated to soundchecking the instruments and vocals.
Gerry prefers to establish a comfortable, balanced stage sound through the monitors before the sound engineer completes the front-of-house mix.
Stage power and lighting
Gerry brings two six-gang power extension units, normally positioned at the front and rear of the performance area.
The venue should provide suitable mains power connections, with all arrangements complying with its electrical safety requirements.
Gerry supplies a small amount of atmospheric lighting. Additional stage lighting arrangements are discussed with the venue.
Geographical availability
The show is available for bookings throughout the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
International bookings may be considered by arrangement.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Gerry Tully Sings The Christy Moore Songbook?
The concert normally features approximately two hours of live performance, with an optional interval of 15–20 minutes.
Can the show be booked for a small theatre or listening room?
Yes. The show is suitable for a range of seated venues, provided the minimum performance area and appropriate technical facilities are available.
Does Gerry Tully bring his own instruments?
Yes. Gerry supplies two acoustic guitars, a bodhrán, effects equipment, DI boxes and his principal performance accessories.
Does the venue need to provide a PA system?
Sound provision is agreed with the venue or promoter before the booking is confirmed. Where a venue provides an installed PA system, a competent sound engineer is required.
Does the sound engineer need to remain during the performance?
Yes. The sound engineer must remain at the mixing desk throughout the concert.
Are d&b audiotechnik monitors compulsory?
No. Two d&b floor monitors are preferred, but alternative monitoring arrangements can be discussed with the venue.
What is the minimum stage size?
The minimum clear performance area is 12 × 12 feet, approximately 3.66 × 3.66 metres.
How long does setup and soundcheck take?
Approximately two hours in total: one hour for setup and one hour for soundcheck, assuming the venue's sound system is ready.
How much does it cost to book Gerry Tully Sings The Christy Moore Songbook?
Performance fees are not publicly listed. Quotations depend on the proposed event and are handled directly by the booking representative. Organisers should provide their proposed date, venue, location and event details when enquiring.
Who handles bookings for the show?
Bookings for Gerry Tully Sings The Christy Moore Songbook are handled by ORW Promotions.
Website: https://www.orwpromotions.co.uk
Booking enquiries
Promoters, theatre managers, festival organisers and venue representatives wishing to discuss a performance should contact ORW Promotions.
For an efficient enquiry, please include the proposed date, venue, location, expected audience capacity and available technical facilities.
The booking representative can then discuss availability, production arrangements and a quotation.
Information supplied for the Gerry Tully Artist Knowledge Base. Technical arrangements are subject to confirmation with the venue and booking representative.