We Are Empty Hats
Empty Hats - Performing
Empty Hats is an enthusiastic, passionate, and charming band that surprises and delights fans from ages 3 to 93 with their acoustic blend of traditional and original celtic music. These merry musicians travel all over the country performing at Renaissance Faires, Pubs, Concert Halls, and more. From playing a rollicking tune for Henry VIII to serenading the hosts of NBC’s Today Show, the music of Empty Hats has spanned centuries. Contact us for booking info, or just to say “Hi”!
Empty Hats - Performing
carl asch: Guitar/whistle
Hailing from New Jersey, Carl Asch has studied classical guitar at The American Institute of Guitar, Languages at SUNY-New Paltz, and the art of street and stage performance by traveling the world with nothing more than a guitar and a set of juggling clubs.
Asch has delighted audiences all over the United States, as well as Paris, London, Milan, and Seville. Today, he weaves his many skills together with his unique gift for personally touching each member of his audience. Carl Asch will enchant and uplift you.
(Ask him about the time he got arrested in Milan!)
Lynda Kavy: Bodhran
Born with red hair, natural rhythm, and the gift of gab, Lynda uses all three when performing and playing the bodhran.
Being an actress and a comedienne for over forty years (oy vey!) has served to enhance her presence onstage and in front of audiences old and young.
Vitality, passion, and humor are the three words to describe her core values. “Love through laughter” is her mission statement!
Gary Mazzu: Guitar
Gary has been a professional director and musician since the last century. He has been Artistic Director of various Renaissance Festivals including the Colorado Renaissance Festival and the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.
On the stage, Gary has directed many of Shakespeare’s works, as well as Larry Bograd’s “Ludlow”, Lee Blessing’s “A Walk in the Woods.”, and “Catch Me If You Can” starring MASH’s Jamie Farr.
As a musician, Gary has performed with Empty Hats since its inception. As performing is his first love, it is always a pleasure to perform this high energy Celtic music with Carl, Lynda, and friends.
Darin Graves: Fiddle
