CATBIRD - GREG BEAUDOIN & TRACY SHAW
Gothic folk music
Catbird is a haunting folk-roots duo grounded in the heart of Ottawa’s vibrant acoustic music community. From dark tales to silly love songs, their thoughtful songwriting combines a retro-tinged sound with dulcet harmonies.
Together, Greg and Tracy have built a reputation for evocative live performances that feel intimate yet expansive.
Photo: Scott Doubt
catbird - full band
sometimes we go electric
When the duo wants a little more oomph, we're joined by Sean Tansey (drums) and Patrick Shanks (bass). We lovingly call this group Electric Catbird, and turn that gothic folk sound up to eleven.
Photo: Scott Doubt
Gray Catbird / Moqueur chat (Dumetella carolinensis)
Medium-sized North American songbird of the Family Mimidae. Slate-grey bird with a dark cap and a long, dark tail. Rusty-brown patch under tail. These secretive birds are often found in dense shrubs and thickets. Known for their elaborate, varied songs interspersed with catlike 'mew' sounds.