Murph n Turk was formed by Donnie "Turk" Schnars in 2002 from the desire to present quality live classic music covering many of your favorite bands and artists, acoustic style. He wanted to maintain delivery quality, be as versatile as possible, and present the material with dynamic finesse. Together, they play nice-n-easy for just plain good listening pleasure or pound the strings right off those guitars, play and sing...  with fiery passion, thunder and flair. They have a 30+ year history of live performing and recording experience with many acts and with each other.

In addition, the M&T website has expanded into Turk's photographic realm.. hope you enjoy !

Turk (Donnie Schnars), Philipsburg Pennsylvania native, lead guitar and vocals. There are many notable players he has mentored, been on stage with and influenced by over the years. His endeavors have included many local bands including, The Heartbreakers, Yesterday, One Less Tear, Silver Eagle, Red Arrow, Paul Shimmel. Jerry Schickling, Smokin' Joe, Ricky Lee, and Double Shot, encompassing over 30 years of stage experience.

"If I've touched only one person for 3 seconds... 3 minutes... or three hours when I play, and they've forgotten about all the troubles in their life....  I have success."

Peace n well wishes,

Donnie "Turk" Schnars

Murph (Gordon Martell), Clearfield Pennsylvania native, lead/harmony vocals and guitar. He has played lead guitar and sang in local bands including Jagged Edge, Shyster and Double Shot, among others. His outstandingly diverse vocal ability still gives ya goose-bumps! It's no wonder why he handles most of the vocals and his seasoned guitar licks makes ya go "whoa" ! He also continues musical endeavourers with Jerry Schickling.