Rachel Davis and Darren McMullen to Perform in Saltaire

Rachel Davis and Darren McMullen to Perform in Saltaire

September 1, 2026 Off By

Canadian folk duo bring Celtic music to Caroline Street Social Club

On 17 March 2027, the Caroline Street Social Club in Saltaire will host a live performance by Canadian musicians Rachel Davis and Darren McMullen. The event is scheduled to start at 7:30pm and run until 10pm, featuring a blend of traditional Celtic music and contemporary folk.

About the artists

Rachel Davis and Darren McMullen are known for their dynamic musical partnership, combining vocals and a variety of instruments including fiddles, guitar, banjo, mandolin, viola, bouzouki, and whistles. Their music merges driving rhythms with haunting melodies, drawing on Celtic traditions while incorporating modern folk elements.

Both artists have extensive experience as members of the Cape Breton Celtic supergroup Còig, with over ten years of international touring and recording. Their collaborative project, Home, has received critical recognition, winning the 2024 Music Nova Scotia Award for Roots/Traditional Recording of the Year and earning nominations from the Canadian Folk Music Awards and the East Coast Music Awards.

Rachel Davis has been awarded the Canadian Folk Music Award for Traditional Singer of the Year in 2020, noted for her emotive fiddle playing and expressive voice. Darren McMullen is a respected multi-instrumentalist known for his musical versatility and rhythmic contributions to their sound. Together, they have performed across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Belgium, and Australia.

Event details and ticket information

  • Date and time: 17 March 2027, 7:30pm to 10:00pm
  • Venue: Caroline Street Social Club, Caroline Street, Saltaire, Shipley BD18 3JZ
  • Ticket prices:
    • General admission: £17.00
    • TLR Chorus members: £15.00
    • Under 18s and full-time students: £8.50

The performance will showcase material from their upcoming 2026 album, continuing their exploration of Celtic music traditions. The Caroline Street Social Club is a local venue known for hosting live music events in the Bradford district.

For further information and ticket purchases, visitors can refer to the venue or event organisers.