"Yukon Balladeers" Daniel Halen and "Chic" Callas unite their talents in the instrumental/vocal duo known as the DanChic Duo. They capture and preserve the spirit, generosity, and uniqueness of the vibrant communities inhabiting the remote landscapes of Canada’s Yukon, embodying the essence of northern life, history, and culture in their songs.

The duo draws from a rich tapestry of influences, including First Nations, Celtic, and Anglo-Saxon traditions, crafting narratives that reflect the distinct experiences and values of northern societies. Their music features an array of acoustic instruments, such as fiddle, accordion, guitar, piano, cello, percussion, and mouth harp, while their lyrics often weave through tales of love, adventure, hardship, and the beauty of nature. 

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DINNER + LIVE MUSIC 

Every Friday & Saturday Night - May 30th 50 August 31st


You don't want to miss our weekly themed dinners! We do the Grilling for you and provide an assortment of side dishes while you enjoy some of the best live Yukon music on the Patio, rain or shine: bluegrass, rock, jazz, classical, you name it, we've got it!


Reservations are required for all attendees - Click here to reserve your table

Kluane Bluegrass Festival


Friday June 6th 2025

The DanChic Duo - St. Christopher's Church - 7:00 PM  



SATURDAY JUNE 7TH 2025 

The Showcase Stage (Open Mike) - hosted by the DanChic Duo

Here’s your chance to get some actual public performance time. You will not be judged. The

DanChic Duo will kick things off with a set, then over to you! Sign up ahead of time by

calling/texting 867- 333-9792 or just show up.  ST. CHRISTOPHER’S CHURCH 2:00 PM 




The DanChic Duo opens the evening with a one hour performance for the Gordie Tentree Band https://www.tentrees.ca

Discover the most unique venue in the Territory and our exciting roster of Yukon artists this summer at the
‘Round Back Festival! Built from recycled set pieces from the Guild Hall’s forty-five year history, our ‘Round Back stage hosts a treasure trove of local talent - music, comedy, play readings and more!

Save 20% off your ticket by purchasing early online here at the 
Round Back Festival 
Make sure to arrive early for a free BBQ included with admission ticket.

THIS EVENING FEATURES THE DANCHIC DUO AS THE OPENING ACT FOR THE PERENNIAL FAVOURITE IRISH DANCE BAND,  CELTIC CROSSOVER.  


CHIC AND I WILL BE JOINING IN WITH CELTIC CROSSOVER FOR A NIGHT OF TOE TAPPING, FIDDLE PLAYING, SWING YOUR PARTNER AROUND THE FLOOR TYPE OF DANCE PARTY. 


DOORS OPEN AT 6:00 PM 


TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE LINK BELOW.

Music at MacBride Summer Concert Series

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Daniel Halen is a singer/songwriter hailing from Canada’s Yukon Territory who combines his formal classical guitar skills and love of traditional folk music into his songs. his music boasts mellifluous rhythmic textures and lyrical double-entendres while boldly stepping over the boundaries of traditional folk music. he interlaces alternative tunings with smooth poly rhythmic phrasing with a fluidity and adeptness of a refined classical guitarist, all the while weaving great stories and good sense of humour into the mix.


Chic Callas, the “Swiss Army Knife of musical instruments” (violin, piano, cello, mandolin, harmonica, bodhran,) also comes from a background of classical and folk music. Chic has played with spruce on top, the Whitehorse String Ensemble, The Gumboots, Celtic Tyde, the Whitehorse Chamber Choir and musical theatre groups Stuck in a Snow-Bank Theatre and several Guild Hall productions as an instrumentalist and musical director.

 

Folk Society of Whitehorse