An all Scottish ceilidh band, performing in mansion, marquee, ballroom or barn this band's exciting music has been swinging dancers for over a generation. Playing together professionally over many years has given them considerable experience in generating just the right atmosphere; you won’t hear more exhilarating Scottish ceilidh music this side of Hadrian’s Wall. Yate is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances.
Complete beginners, accomplished reelers and those who remember a bit from schooldays are all guaranteed to enjoy the fun of ce ...show more
Based on a Scottish Ceilidh Band, they can also include American, Irish and English if desired. The SW Band are great entertainers playing infectious Celtic tunes and songs, treating every event as the party of the year. The band quoted here (3 piece including caller) is just one line-up of their flexible band. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around Yate.
Their charismatic caller, 'Miss Dixie', calls dances enjoyable for all ages and abilities, to ensure everyone has a fun time, even those with 2 left feet!
This band is a three piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. The Ceilidh Band regularly play for functions in Yate. Between them they play an impressive array of acoustic instruments including fiddle, mandolin, banjo, button accordion, guitar, double bass, bass guitar, flute, bodhran, bouzouki and vocals!
The band will do their absolute best to meet your specifications, and will include "special" tunes for you wherever possible. The band's caller will guide you ...show more
This band is a two piece outfit who can perform for a range of functions, including weddings, corporate hospitality, clubs, anniversaries etc. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Yate. Between them they play an impressive array of acoustic instruments, and they are perfect for functions where budget or space is a consideration!
The duo will do their absolute best to meet your specifications, and will include "special" tunes for you wherever possible. The band's caller will guide you through the dances and make the evening accessib ...show more
Tomfoolery are a ceilidh and barn dance band for all occasions. The band are all professional musicians in their own right. Yate is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. They specialise in great music, fun dances and clear instructions - so even if you're ceilidh novices, everyone can join in! They cover the full spectrum of traditional ceilidh music, from Irish reels to American square dances - via traditional Scottish dances like Strip The Willow and the Gay Gordons - and everything in between.
This group are a barn dance/Ceilidh band providing live music in a lively and exciting style. The band has been in existence for over 25 years, under the leadership of Tony. Whilst the line-up has been 'liquid', the core of Tony and Hamish has remained constant. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around Yate. Their music covers English, Irish, Scottish and American country dance tunes, as well as European tunes.
The band have played in a variety of venues ranging from village halls to castles.
Some of the venues include:-
Castles - ...show more
A three piece ceilidh band ideal for barn dances, ceilidhs, sessions or just a evenings music! Repertoire covers Traditional Irish, Scottish and English tunes and songs, as well as Breton, French Canadian and the occasional Appalachian tune. The Ceilidh Band regularly play for functions in Yate. As a Welsh based band, they also offer several sets of traditional Welsh tunes suitable for dancing.
Ringerike is an experienced 3-piece or 4-piece ceilidh and barn dance band. Our aim is to provide a high quality of music and a great night’s entertainment for everyone – ideal for weddings, parties, corporate events and a wide range of occasions. The band is comprised of accomplished professional musicians and usually features fiddle and guitar along with flute/whistle, accordion and/or bass. One of the musicians always doubles as caller to give easily followed instructions so that everyone can ...show more
Coulan Sona is a highly experienced Irish ceilidh band of professional musicians who provide music and dancing for weddings, parties and other events, with a focus on the opportunity for everyone to be involved. Yate is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. The band provides either a 3-piece or a 4-piece configuration, in each case including a caller to give the dancers the instructions they need so that everyone can join in, even if they’ve never done ceilidh dancing before. They normally use fiddle and guitar joined, as appropriate, by fl ...show more
Ceilidh Idealach is a Scottish ceilidh band whose members are professional musicians with many years’ experience of parties, weddings and community events. They guarantee great fun and the opportunity for everyone to be involved, even if they’ve not done ceilidh dancing before. They have a wide repertoire of Scottish music and dances (and, if you want, some great tunes from elsewhere too) including favourites like the Gay Gordons, the Dashing White Sergeant and Strip the Willow, and tunes from a ...show more
The NG Band are a stonking English barn dance band - playing stonking tunes for stonking dances. Guaranteed to make any party or event go with a swing. The Ceilidh Band regularly play for functions in Yate. As with many ceilidh and barn dance bands, they are all active in many other bands too, but when they come together here they create something really special. They get tunes out of their instruments that aren't even there! Put all that together with an experienced caller to help everyone through the dances and it's a recipe for a great night.
The UR Ceilidh & Barn Dance Band play exciting toe-tapping folk on traditional instruments - and their caller, will have everyone dancing the night away. They love what they do and come with all their own equipment - no event is too small or too big for them. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Yate. You will find them enthusiastic, friendly, and above all, sensitive to your particular requirements. The band line up includes a fantastic fiddler, a magnificent mandolinist and a stompbox-playing guitarist, The band can provide the use ...show more
The SB Ceilidh Band is a lively Irish folk band playing a mixture of traditional Irish and Scottish tunes and folk songs bought together with their own style, bounciness and ideas; along with some shanties for good measure and party 'classics' from Proclaimers and Rembrants, to The Beatles and Bryan Adams. Yate is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances.
The usual line up is guitar, fiddle and bass (plus caller) , but they also have on hand some of the best stand in musicians who can add accordion, penny whistle or even saxophone. Perfect fo ...show more
The CV Scottish Ceilidh Band are a highly experienced band, ideal for experienced dancers or equally perfect if you're a novice! They are an authentic Scottish band based in the South of England. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around Yate. Perfect for weddings, parties, Burns night celebrations, corporate events and much more. With the classic Scottish ceilidh lineup of fiddle, accordion and keyboard, this band bring excellent entertainment with them everywhere they go.
The DL Band are a traditional Irish music band for Irish nights, ceilidhs, folk clubs and weddings. They specialise in providing music and entertainment for Irish weddings, birthday parties and Irish nights, providing lively songs, exciting jigs and reels and the option of a dance caller if you want to do some ceilidh dancing. The Ceilidh Band regularly play for functions in Yate.
The band members are all highly experienced singers and multi-instrumentalists and they have a top quality sound system.
A 3 piece band including caller. Their repertoire is varied; the backbone of their sound is traditional Irish and Scottish tunes, but they also source tunes from further afield - Venezuela, Brittany, America etc. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Yate. They are a dance band with the emphasis firmly on fun. Reliable, friendly and adaptable, the musicians of the CG Band promise to bring everyone together on the dancefloor for fun, laughter and a great time!
The NJ Band are a ceilidh/barn dance band unlike any other. Hip Hop and ceilidh don't often go together, but here they do, and it just works! It's a modern take on a traditional ceilidh. Yate is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. Mixing traditional tunes on the fiddle and accordion with the classic breaks from old-school and contemporary hip-hop, disco and fun - the music appeals across generations, cultures and abilities, making sure the dance floor is full and that everyone has a great time.
The SN Ceilidh Band play traditional UK, Irish, Scottish Yiddish, European, Medieval and US dance music. They have 24 years of experience playing for ceilidhs, weddings, medieval banquets, parties, festivals, PTAs, Twinning Associations etc. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around Yate. Band line-up consists of two violins, guitar, bass and caller.
Whatever your event, this band will play traditional music to get your feet tapping!
The CJ Ceilidh Duo are a small ensemble of just one musician and caller! Chris, the multi-talented musician in question, uses a loop pedal and a variety of instruments to build up the full band sound, while Jeremy calls the dances. Small but perfectly formed, the CJ Duo can play in smaller spaces than a full band would allow, but don't compromise on the sound or the vibe.
The AQ Band are an experienced and fun ceilidh band. Between them they have played at venues from the Albert Hall to the village hall both at home and abroad. Events include
Scottish - Marriott Grosvenor Square Burns Night, St Georges Hill Tennis Club Burns Night, British Chamber of Commerce Latvia Burns Night
Irish - Box Hill School St Patricks Night, Trafalgar Square Irish Festival stage
General - Glastonbury, Brighton Festival, Cite de la Musique Paris, Celebrity Weddings, Folk Prom Alber ...show more
The DS Ceilidh duo is a 'micro ceilidh' band made up of box/bass drum and caller/whistles/flutes, perfect for smaller spaces or budgets. Yate is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. They can also offer less familiar instruments, such as cornamuse, hulusi and bagpipes, and they can sing songs while your dancers get their breath back! The musicians have years of experience playing in ceilidh bands and their repertoire covers English, Scottish, Irish, American and some French.
The (TDS) Ceilidh band has a mission to bring uplifting and exciting ceilidh dancing to any celebratory event. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around Yate. Adam (Banjo/mandolin), Jerry (fiddle) and Adrian (guitar) have a wealth of experience between them playing the ceilidhs, folk clubs, sessions and festival stages of England, Ireland, Europe and further afield.
The band performs with the help of experienced callers who provide clearly lead and guided dances which all event goers can take part in and enjoy. Their music is mostly from ...show more
BR are a fantastic Irish band based in North London. With a lineup of guitar, upright bass, fiddle and banjo, they have a compelling sound that will have you up and dancing in no time. Together with their caller, they will give you a ceilidh to remember!
This folk band play old-style Jewish music, rather than Celtic! It’s great for both indoor and outdoor events. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Yate.
The KK Band is a dynamic group of performers whose deep understanding of klezmer, the celebratory and soulful music of Eastern European Jews, is reflected in exuberant, passionate and accomplished performances that captivate audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Dance your socks off!
This is a troupe of traditional musicians, dynamic dancers and crazy callers determined to spread the word that the Hoe Down is a-happenin'! From Hoxton to Humberside, from Amnesty International to Bestival, the band are putting ceili back on the map. Yate is within this Ceilidh Band’s local area for dances. . This "Anarchic Hillbilly Barn Dancing Squad" will bring a rip-roaring, thigh-slapping, pavement-stomping, exhilarating, heart-thumping, blood-pumping barn dance to your event. While the banjo and the fiddle set the tone, the callers instruct the ...show more
If you are looking for a Ceilidh Band to get your party, event or wedding going, then look no further! The EBD Band are known on the circuit for their lively shows, great musicianship and friendly attitude. This Ceilidh Band plays for weddings and other events in and around Yate. Their performance builds up from the moment they strike up playing Irish, Scottish, English and traditional music in their upbeat, lively way.
The caller, one of the most energetic around, will have everyone on their feet from the first dance onwards.
The HT Ceilidh Band are a professional ensemble who play for ceilidhs and barn dances all over the UK. The Ceilidh Band regularly play for functions in Yate. They are composed of professional musicians who have a passion for delivering a polished performance which is guaranteed to help your party, wedding or function go with a swing! They bring an experienced, competent (and patient!!) caller who can ensure everyone has a great time. The HT band have an extensive repertoire of English, Irish and Scottish tunes to keep you dancing all evening.
An all Scottish ceilidh band / Scottish Country Dance Band. This is a three-piece band from the Midlands, providing Scottish ceilidh dances for weddings, birthday parties and corporate events, as well as the genuine traditional Scottish dance repertoire for the experts when asked. An ideal Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Yate.
The line-up is usually accordion, keyboard and fiddle or flute, and for the ceilidhs the band bring a caller along, to explain the dance steps to you. The band supports the complete range of Scottish ceilidh dance ...show more
This band play traditional Irish songs and music, plus some of the greats from the Pogues and Waterboys back-catalogues. Book them for: Parties, weddings, St. Patrick's night, pub gigs or any general celebration!! .They have been receiving rapturous applause everywhere from: Function Halls to Pubs to Colleges to Rugby Clubs to Steam Fairs to…
Although they frequently play play as a band to listen to only, they do play for dancing quite often as well.
The Ceilidh Band pages, above, list bands that are available in Yate.
People are occasionally unsure of the difference between a Ceilidh dance, a Barn dance & and a Hoedown. In case you're uncertain, to find out what style of dance band
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Yate is a medium sized town sitting to the North of Bristol. Yate is mentioned in the Domesday book of 1086, and St Mary's - the parish church - dates from Norman times. However, through to Medieval times, most of what is now Yate was covered in forest which gave way to farmland. However, in 1844 the railway station opened and started to establish Yate as a town in its own right. Into the 20th century Yate grew rapidly, partly as a commuter town for nearby Bristol. Today Yate's population is around 35,000.
Yate borders onto Chipping Sodbury, a lovely village which has many of the characteristics of the Cotswold villages. Yate and Chipping Sodbury are situated to the southwest of the Cotswolds. Yate and Chipping Sodbury are surrounded by greenbelt,
There are many options for party, function and wedding venues in Yate. Obviously there are the churches, and if you're looking for a church wedding in or around Yate, you have plenty of options - St Mary's in Yate itself, St James's in Westerleigh, and St Peter's in Wapley, which is particularly picturesque. Poole Court, a Victorian mansion in Yate itself, is a popular choice for civil ceremonies. For birthday parties and general celebrations, there's plenty of choice here too - Yate Community Centre, Ridgewood Community Centre, Stanshawes Court, Chipping Sodbury Town Hall and many more.