Singer Eliza Carthy

5 Apr 2025

Eliza Carthy

The Queen of English folk music visited The Beacon for a rare solo show in Bradford.

Event Details
Date 5 Apr 2025
Times 7.30pm
Location The Beacon – Wibsey Park
Ages 14+
May contain strong language
Access
  • Wheelchair user access

One of the giants of English folk music was welcomed for her first ever show in Bradford.

Eliza Carthy grew up immersed in the world of traditional music. The daughter of folk legends Martin Carthy and Norma Waterson, she quickly found her own voice – championed by John Peel, Andy Kershaw and Billy Bragg, and performing and recording with the likes of Paul Weller, Rufus & Martha Wainwright and Jarvis Cocker.

Eliza’s music effortlessly crosses boundaries of genre and style. Whether performing a centuries-old ballad or a self-written song, her powerful voice, fiercely beautiful fiddle playing and mesmerising performances have influenced countless young musicians. Twice nominated for the Mercury Prize and winner of innumerable other accolades, this ‘modern English musician’ (as she calls herself) is one of the most impressive, engaging and important performers of her generation.

The Beacon in Wibsey Park

The Beacon was a custom-made touring venue for Bradford 2025.

From Thursday 3 April to Monday 5 May 2025, The Beacon was in Wibsey Park.

Wibsey Park
Enter via Reevy Avenue
Bradford
BD6 3EQ

Credits
Image: © Judith Burrows

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