ELIZA CARTHY
Eliza Carthy's Christmas Party with Jon Boden, Emily Portman & Marry Waterson.
Recorded Live from Howard Assembly Room, Opera North, Leeds (Dec 2024).
Now available OnDemand in 4K UHD
Experience the magic of Eliza Carthy’s Christmas Party, now available to stream in stunning 4K UHD on Folkscape.live. Recorded live at the Howard Assembly Room in Leeds, this festive folk celebration brings together an outstanding lineup, featuring Eliza Carthy, Jon Boden, Emily Portman, and Marry Waterson.
This special performance blends traditional seasonal folk songs, captivating storytelling, and cherished family traditions. Eliza and Jon perform selections from their acclaimed Wassail! album, while Eliza and Marry share personal tales of their upbringing with the legendary Waterson family on the North Yorkshire moors. The evening is a joyful and intimate gathering of some of the finest voices in British folk music, delivering stunning harmonies, rich instrumentals, and festive cheer.
Eliza Carthy’s Christmas Party was originally live-streamed and is now available on demand, allowing you to enjoy the festive spirit whenever and wherever you choose. Whether you are a devoted folk music fan or simply looking for an uplifting seasonal concert, this is an unmissable performance.
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ELIZA CARTHY TRIO +
GEORGE SANSOME AND MATT QUINN
Recorded Live at Sidmouth Folk Festival in 2023
Few artists own a stage quite like Eliza Carthy, and her performance with George Sansome and Matt Quinn at Sidmouth Folk Festival 2023 was nothing short of extraordinary. The Eliza Carthy Trio, though a rare live act, delivered a set bursting with energy, musicianship, and the unmistakable fire that makes Carthy one of the most revered figures in British folk music.
Performing in the Ham marquee on a blazing summer afternoon, the trio filled the tent with powerhouse songs, foot-stomping tunes, and intricate harmonies. With Carthy’s commanding stage presence, Sansome’s fluid guitar work, and Quinn’s masterful mandolin and melodeon playing, the music wove together seamlessly, creating an atmosphere thick with excitement. Their intuitive musicianship and natural chemistry made for a performance that felt both fresh and timeless.
A standout moment came with ‘Pecket’s Black Mary/Love Lane’, a tune set that showcased Carthy’s effortless ability to lead while giving space for Sansome and Quinn to shine. The trio played with such intensity that it felt as if they were lifting the roof of the marquee, turning up the heat on an already scorching day.
As a trio that formed, recorded an exceptional album, played too few gigs, and then disappeared all too soon, this performance was a rare treat. The standing ovation at the end proved that this is an act the folk world wants to see more of. Sidmouth 2023 was lucky to have them.