Púca is the mythological Celtic shape shifting horse, with a flowing
mane and luminescent golden eyes, who entices humans onto his
back for a wild ride. Take a wild musical ride with two of Arizona’s
most talented Celtic musicians who perform as Púca.
Púca is the dynamic duo of Dave Firestine and Claire Jamieson Zucker performing the
songs and melodies of Ireland and Appalachia, as well as new innovations hot from the
press. Dave and Claire take their band name from the Irish mythical beast called a púca.
Foot stomping instrumental sets feature the fine musicianship of Dave’s energetic,
precise mandolin/bouzouki against the rich heartbeat of Claire’s bodhran or her spunky
flatfoot clogging rhythms. Songs, both noble and lusty, hit the heart or the funny bone
and will send you off humming and laughing.
Modern, Irish, & Old Time Tunes - Púca performs them all...Quirky story songs,
poignant ballads, & sweet harmonies
The pair has produced a total of 7 cds with various bands. Veteran performers, they have
also been hired as staff for camps and retreats and have taught numerous workshops at
festivals. In 2007, Claire won the Tucson Area Musician’s award (Tammie) for “Best
Female Vocalist” and Dave won the “Best String Player”. When they were with band,
Round the House, they won the Tammie for best traditional ethnic band six times. Dave
is also renowned as the Walnut Valley Music Festival Carp Camp “jam meister” in Winfield
Kansas.
Both of them also lend their talents to Canadian-U.S. contra dance band, STEAM!
When In Arizona, they also enjoy playing reunion gigs with bands Round the House, the
Privy Tippers, Scallywag and New Potatoes.
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