Ceili and Barn Dances in Colchester for hire
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The CR Band are one of the best up and coming three piece Scottish Country Dance Bands in their part of the country. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around Colchester. The band are experienced in Scottish Music for Weddings, Social Dances and all events. Over the years they have built up a strong reputation within the Scottish dance club fraternity. The line-up consists of fiddle, accordion, percussion and caller. An authentic Scottish experience suitable for beginners and experienced dancers alike!
The HW Band are five musicians from the folk genre come together to form a traditional band with a new lift. Colchester is within this band’s local area for dances. The band line up is 4 musicians + caller and between them they play an impressive range of instruments including guitar, mandolin, whistle, recorder, banjo, melodeon, bodhran (drum), melodeon and auto harp - several members of the band are also good vocalists.
This band play a mixture of traditional dance tunes from the British Isles and from other European countries, and thier own compositions. The band regularly plays for private functions in Colchester. The HP Band is an established, very experienced barn dance/ ceilidh band .and their electro-acoustic line-up, with its emphasis on rhythm and melody, plays traditional dance tunes as well as more recently composed music.
Although specialising in weddings and private parties, the band regularly play for public dances and at clubs and festivals throughout th ...show more
This is an experienced barn dance band whose lively music is sure to make your event go with a bang. A fun band for a wedding or party in Colchester. Wedding reception, anniversary or party - all are guaranteed a cracking good time! Their genial and good-humoured caller will guide all guests throughout the dances, judging the best dances to suit the guests and when to let everyone have a rest while the band play some tunes to listen to.
Band line up consists of fiddle, accordion, keyboards, percussion plus caller.
The LT Band (2 piece + caller) is a well established ceilidh / barn dance band, featuring a fiddle and accordion plus caller. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around Colchester. The Fiddle player swaps to guitar where appropriate and they also use a percussion block to add a bass drum sound. These talented musicians can also play bagpipes and bodhran to offer contrast in a few numbers. The caller is experienced in ensuring an enjoyable evening and will select dances to suit the ability of the audience - an essential element if everyone is going ...show more
The members of the AT Band have been playing ceilidh music for over 20 years in various bands. They are an upbeat yet groovy, fun ceilidh band with a very danceable and original sound. Colchester is within this band’s local area for dances. They blend original Celtic style tunes with bluesy/jazzy shades, creating an energetic Celtic groove.
This band have been performing their own particular brand of traditional English, Irish and Scottish music for a while now. The current 5 piece + caller line-up seems to have got people talking about them and they have been very busy recently playing pubs, folk clubs, universities and private parties. The band regularly plays for private functions in Colchester.
Founder member, Joe (Guitar and Vocals), and long time members Steve (Bass) and Brendan (Bouzouki, Mandolin, Guitar) have now been joined by two outstanding instrumentalists. Sarah plays ...show more
If you are looking for the perfect, all-inclusive entertainment for your wedding, birthday party, anniversary celebration, college ball, office party or conference bash, you have just found it!
A barn dance (or ceilidh, or country dance) gets everyone involved. It's terrific fun for all, and it's a great way to get your party to mix. A fun band for a wedding or party in Colchester. With our expert caller on hand to guide you through, no prior experience of dancing is needed to be able to join in to the full.
Instruments available incl ...show more
An all Scottish ceilidh band Plus Party / Function band with a good bit of Klexmer thrown in for good measure. So if you're looking to bring some of the Scottish Ceilidh party spirit to your night but still want to have regular party music as the main focus, this is the ideal band for you. This band plays for parties, weddings and other events in and around Colchester.
Born and bred in Scotland, their lead singer, Debbie , is an expert on Scottish Ceilidh dances and the band can either include a small selection of popular Scottish ceilidh favourites throughout their norm ...show more
This very lively band offer traditional Ceilidh fun for your wedding, birthday or event. Colchester is within this band’s local area for dances. With instruments including Fiddle, Whistle, Guitar, Piano, their own PA and wildly enthusiastic dance caller - they play for Irish Ceilidh, American Hoedown, background music, songs or a good old-fashioned mixture of the lot... you name it, they will turn your party into a PARTY!
