Cécilia — Live in Concert, United Irish Cultural Center, San Francisco, 18 March 2026

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Traditional Celtic and Quebecois Music
About this Event

Celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick’s season with an unforgettable evening of music, rhythm, and shared tradition featuring Cécilia, one of Canada’s most acclaimed traditional music trios.

– Stirring traditional Celtic and Quebecois music with high-energy tunes performed on accordion, piano, and fiddle that will challenge you to stay seated. Timi Turmel (La Bottine Souriante) and Erin Leahy (LEAHY) are widely recognized as two of Canada's finest musicians, honoring their heritage but with an undeniably fresh and high-spirited sound with influences from ragtime and swing! Featuring Louis Shryer, Tom Fitzgerald, or Xavier Leahy on fiddle.

Blending Irish and Celtic influences with the rich musical heritage of Québec, Cécilia brings together traditional, Québécois, and contemporary sounds—infused with jazz, classical, and swing—to create performances that are joyful, high-spirited, and deeply engaging.

The trio features master accordionist Timi Turmel, powerhouse pianist and fiddler Erin Leahy, and multi-award-winning champion fiddler Louis Schryer (with guest fiddlers Xavier Leahy or Tom Fitzgerald appearing as needed). Their music is rich in energy, warmth, and precision—often accompanied by spirited French-Canadian step dancing that brings the floor to life.

Fresh off their acclaimed debut album Accent, Cécilia’s performances invite audiences to gather in celebration—honoring the interconnected musical traditions of Ireland, Québec, and the wider Celtic world.

Join us this St. Patrick’s season for a night of vibrant music, shared heritage, and the joy of coming together—an experience that will leave you smiling long after the final notes fade.