Fiddleist

Natalie MacMaster is a JUNO- and Grammy-winning, world-famous, multiple-gold-album superstar. And she returns home to Symphony Nova Scotia, this time introducing a very special guest: her daughter, Mary Frances! Join this mother-daughter duo for a foot-stomping, crowd-pleasing performance of down-home jigs, reels, and strathspeys – plus Mary Frances’ Latin-infused Celtic fiddling – in a celebration of Nova Scotia’s rich musical heritage that will have the whole family dancing on the way home!

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Natalie MacMaster with Mary Frances

Dalhousie University

Since marrying in 2002, two of Canada’s brightest stars have been captivating audiences all over North America with their exceptional musical skills and obvious joy at playing the fiddle together. MacMaster is an Order of Canada recipient with 11 albums that have won two JUNO Awards, 11 East Coast Music Awards and a Grammy nomination. Leahy is the former music leader of the internationally acclaimed family group Leahy and is widely recognized as one of the best fiddlers in the world renowned for his high-energy playing style. Once again, Vemronters will have an opportunity to experience a remarkable performance that embodies everything that has shaped Natalie and Donnell’s character and musical careers.

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy - Celebration Series

Barre Opera House

Two of the world’s most celebrated fiddlers, who also happen to be married, create a whirlwind performance of fiddle-driven music, dance and song. Together they make up two of the planet’s very best fiddle players. Natalie MacMaster is a member of the order of Canada and has toured with the Chieftains, Faith Hill, Carlos Santana and Alison Krauss, and has recorded with Yo-Yo Ma. Donnell Leahy is a multiple Juno Award winning musician, part of the Leahy Family, and who has played with likes of Shania Twain amongst others. Together they bring unparalleled musicianship, down-home with and humour, and whole gaggle of their kids. It’s no surprise they hold the Festival record for most presented artist.

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy

Algonquin Theatre

Hearing Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy speak reverentially about the fiddle, which has propelled their dazzling careers since childhood while cementing their status as Canada’s reigning couple of Celtic music, is almost as electrifying as hearing them play it.

Lyric Theatre

Since marrying in 2002, two of Canada’s brightest stars have been captivating audiences all over North America with their exceptional musical skills and obvious joy at playing the fiddle together. Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy have received both industry acclaim and a loyal fan base by combining their magnificent individual talents, giving audiences an unforgettable musical experience every performance.

Overture Center for the Arts

Join us for an enchanting evening of music and family tradition with "Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas" at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. This special performance is scheduled for Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 7:00 pm, promising a night filled with the rich heritage of Celtic music, celebrated through the talents of the renowned duo, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy.

Natalie MacMaster, a celebrated Canadian folk musician known for her electrifying fiddle playing and step-dancing, joins forces with her husband, Donnell Leahy, acclaimed as one of the finest fiddlers in the world. Together, they bring to life the vibrant traditions of their Irish and Cape Breton heritage, creating a musical experience that resonates with warmth, family, and the spirit of Christmas.

This performance is not just a concert; it's a glimpse into the heart of a family that has embraced the joy of sharing music with each other and now, with audiences across the country. The couple, along with their children, embark on a journey that celebrates the essence of the holiday season, bringing light and happiness to families and fans with their exceptional talent and infectious joy.

Ticket prices range from $34 for Reserved seating to $79 for Premium seating, with special discounts available for Mahaiwe Members & Youth. Members receive $5 off Preferred and Premium tickets, and a special rate is available for those ages 30 and under. 

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of a Celtic Family Christmas with Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, a performance that promises to be a highlight of the holiday season. Gather your loved ones and join us at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center for an evening that celebrates the joy, tradition, and music of Christmas.

Natalie Macmaster & Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

The reigning couple of Celtic music, legendary Natalie MacMaster and her championship fiddler husband Donnell Leahy combine their Cape Breton heritage with French, Celtic, and Cajun styles for a show that dazzles with electrifying virtuosity, fancy footwork, and joyful energy. In an entertainment world filled with extraordinary stories, the achievements of this powerhouse couple-multiple Grammy and JUNO awards, honorary degrees, The Order of Canada, television specials and documentaries, and star-studded list of collaborators including Yo-Yo Ma, Allison Krauss, Rhiannon Giddens, The Chieftains, Faith Hill, Carlos Santana, Béla Fleck and more-underpin an incomparable off-stage life raising seven musically gifted children, running a fully operational farm, and building a thriving Farmers Market in Lakefield, Ontario. Join Natalie and Donnell, some of their children, and an array of the world's top Celtic musicians for an unforgettable musical journey.

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy and The Celtic All Stars

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

In this lively performance, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy invite you to join all-star musicians of the Celtic music world from Ireland, England, Scotland, and beyond! With the performance’s talented lineup of special guests, including their daughter Mary Frances (fiddle/piano); Karen Matheson (vocals); Ross Ainslie (bagpipes); Tim Edey (guitar); and Enda Scahill (banjo), MacMaster and Leahy explore musical connections across countries and the rich history of Celtic music. “Nothing short of jaw dropping…There are performances here that will raise you up and performances that will leave you misty-eyed” (The Guardian).

Hylton Performing Arts Center

Cape Breton’s Celtic legend Natalie MacMaster and fiddle virtuoso Donnell Leahy invite some of the world’s top Celtic musicians to join them for an incredible night! This musical journey will feature true all-stars of the Celtic world from Ireland, England, Scotland, and beyond. Natalie and Donnell will explore the connections between Celtic styles across countries and take the audience from the music’s ancient roots to its modern trends. Join Natalie, Donnell, their daughter Mary Frances, and their special guests for an unforgettable night!

Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy and The Celtic All-Stars

Edmonds Center For the Arts

Through dancing, singing, and music-making, Canada’s leading duo of Celtic music, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy (together with their children and special guests), bring a program that highlights the unique talents, influences and stories of the “first family of traditional fiddlers.”

Irvine Barclay Theatre

Cape Breton’s celebrated Celtic icon Natalie MacMaster and acclaimed fiddle virtuoso Donnell Leahy welcome some of the world’s finest Celtic musicians for an extraordinary evening of music. This captivating journey will showcase a stellar lineup of Celtic All-Stars from Ireland, England, Scotland, and beyond. Together, MacMaster and Leahy will trace the rich threads of Celtic musical traditions across borders—from ancient origins to contemporary expressions. Joining them on stage will be their talented daughter Mary Frances and a host of remarkable guests, including English guitarist Tim Edey, Scottish multi-instrumentalist Ross Ainslie on Scottish pipes, whistles, and cittern, renowned Scottish vocalist Karen Matheson, and Irish banjo master Enda Scahill. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of community and Celtic heritage.

Fiddleist

Natalie MacMaster

Events

Upcoming events

Mar 3, 2026

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy and The Celtic All Stars · Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

Mar 8, 2026

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy and The Celtic All Stars · Hylton Performing Arts Center

Mar 13, 2026

Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy and The Celtic All-Stars · Edmonds Center for the Arts

Mar 17, 2026

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy · Philharmonic Society of Orange County

Mar 17, 2026

Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy, and the Celtic All Stars · Oregon Symphony

Past events

1 - 2 Nov, 2025

Natalie MacMaster with Mary Frances · Symphony Nova Scotia

Feb 21, 2025

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy - Celebration Series · Barre Opera House

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