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About Charlie Zahm
Celtic Zahm Early American Zahm Civil War Zahm
The Liberty Tree
Charlie
Zahm brings the Sprit of the American Revolution and the drama of the Age to an
audience like few musicians can. Whether he is singing the glories of gallant
General Washington, an ode to the great new ideal of “Liberty,” songs of battles
won or lost, or just popular selections of the times, Charlie calls on a robust
baritone, mastery of guitar (and other instruments), and a seasoned approach to
the art of “entertaining” to provide a program enjoyed by all.
While Charlie is one of the most popular soloists at Celtic and maritime music events in the Eastern United States, one of his great passions is singing about our Founding; the struggle of men and women who sacrificed all---their lives, fortunes and sacred honor (as Jefferson wrote)---to create a sovereign new land based upon principles of law, governance, and freedom that had long been denied them.
Charlie’s strength in the study and interpretation of history (in fact, one of his University degrees is History) has led him through a life-long disciplined research of the period, and how it affected the body of music now so important to its understanding. But Charlie’s presentations are no lectures---but rather fun, interactive and powerful events that truly provide a window to the past through time-honored oral traditions of recitation and song.
Whether singing at an outdoor festival, a historic site (such as
Philadelphia's Independence Hall), a concert or convention, Charlie demonstrates that his vocal
ability is rarely matched inside or outside traditional music, and his mastery
of the guitar is the perfect complement to his vocal performance. In about 125
shows a year, which have ranged from Philadelphia’s Olde City to the giant
Spectrum, Charlie entertains with a great respect for both his audience and his
chosen material.
(Thanks to Margaret Sholders for the picture of Charlie from one of his “Liberty Tree” performances!)
