"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, Scandinavian, 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. 

 

The DanChic Duo not only celebrates the spirit of their heritage, but also keeps the art of storytelling vibrant and alive for future generations.

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The DanChic Duo will be performing at the historic Globe Theatre in Atlin B.C. featuring a wide variety of their own material from over the ages. Discover this most unique venue nestled in the centre of the town of Atlin.  

Tickets can be purchased at the Globe Theatre door prior to the show, or online for a discounted fee. This link will take you to the Eventbrite online store. DanChic Duo at the Globe Theatre


The DanChic Duo is off to the Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival right now (Friday June 6th 2025 ) and hope to see some of you live music lovers out there enjoying the weekend vibe. 

We perform classic "Canadiana" tunes with a lot of original local Yukonesque songs Friday night at the St. Christopher's Church at 7:00 PM, and the Showcase Stage at 1:30 Saturday afternoon in the same venue. 

Check the schedule below for a complete lineup of artists throughout the weekend. 

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 



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

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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