Sarah McQuaid

Launceston Folk Club -- Keep Audio Co - The Music Cafe, 2 Southgate Place, Launceston, Cornwall PL15 8DX
Tel 07791 520388 -- Tickets £12.50 (members)/£15 non-members -- 7.30pm (Doors 7pm)
https://wreckersmusic.org/launceston-folk-club
Tickets: https://snappytickets.co.uk/event/sarah-mcquaid-launceston-folk-club-2
Launceston Folk Club is sponsored by The Adept Living Foundation CIC (ALFCIC) and profits will go towards supporting ALF's work.

Sarah McQuaid’s lush, velvety voice combines with her engaging personality and “brilliant musicianship” (fRoots) on acoustic and electric guitars, keyboards and (occasionally) drum to create a truly immersive experience. Her live performances are full of warmth, wit, and intimacy, and have earned her loyal followings on both sides of the Atlantic.

Born in Spain, raised in Chicago, holding dual Irish and American citizenship and now settled in rural England, she brings the eclecticism of her background to her “captivating, unorthodox songwriting” (PopMatters) and choice of material. From contemplative ballads to playful blues to atmospheric instrumentals, Sarah’s music invites reflection, connection, and a deep appreciation of the quiet power of a well-crafted song.

In the words of one audience member: “Sarah is a truly impressive artist who takes you on a journey through storytelling, blending a variety of musical genres and instruments with ease and creativity. Her lyrics are down-to-earth yet incredibly captivating. Attending her concert feels like diving into a book of short stories — some resonate deeply, some spark your imagination, others make you pause and reflect, and a few bring tears or spontaneous laughter. Sarah’s connection with the audience is both gentle and profound. You don’t just watch a performance — you become part of it, part of the story she’s telling.”

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