English Barn Dance Bands in Central England for hire

Lively dances and lovely music from all parts of France. This is a very experienced 6-piece band for concerts, festivals,parties etc. A novel alternative to a ceilidh or barn dance, with added "joie de vivre".

All dances explained clearly ( in English! ) by Florence, their French caller and chanteuse. They can also do a conventional English barndance, have a considerable repertoire of early music/dance, and music hall numbers. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band.

They have performed at Broadstairs, Ely, Butlins, Oundle. a ...show more

The FP Band are a professional piano and violin (and flute/recorder) two-piece folk band - plus caller, who specialise in playing for social dance, Playford dances and balls, American contra and barn dances. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. The Band will make any event special, with a tailor-made programme of dances to suit your experience and occasion. They can offer a duo without caller for your wedding ceremony, or background music for your meal, or drinks and photographs. This dynamic duo have been playing professionally f ...show more

The FB Ceilidh / Barn Dance Band are highly regarded and have been playing together as a successful ceilidh dance band for over a decade. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England.
Their repertoire is rooted in English folk, including their own compositions.

However, they always throw in plenty of Scottish tunes and dances (especially for Burns night), Irish and even French tunes just for good measure.

Their rhythmic folk-rock style and enthusiastic playing has delighted crowds at ceilidhs, weddings, parties, conferences, barn ...show more

The SK Band are a fiddle-led four-piece barn dance / ceilidh band and caller playing in a solidly 'British' style with an emphasis upon English tunes. The band members have a wealth of experience and have played together for seven years. Individually and collectively they bring great enthusiasm to country dance music which, when combined with their musical abilities, guarantees a successful, fun event. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. The band is especially sympathetic to the needs of clients and can be both flexible and accom ...show more

The AK premier Ceilidh and Barn Dance Band provides excellent entertainment for all kinds of events, ranging from pub sessions to wedding celebrations and corporate events. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. Although they are based in Lincolnshire, they regularly perform in the surrounding counties and have travelled as far afield as Kent and Swansea! The standard line-up comprises an accomplished piano accordionist, supported by guitar, flute, whistle, bass and drums and an experienced and entertaining caller who can accommodat ...show more

The CW Band usually comprises Maggie, David and Jenny, playing fiddle, accordion, keyboard and recorder, but they can provide more or less musicians as required. They have over 70 years experience of music making between them, and a similar time spent on the dance floor learning to appreciate good dance sound. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. The band play for ceilidhs, hoe-downs and barn dances at weddings, parties and clubs throughout the Midlands.

They play regularly at the country's top folk dance clubs and festivals, i ...show more

This band can offer Irish, Scottish, English, American Barn Dance & Ceilidh. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England. Ceilidhs and barn dances are a great excuses to share some powerful, exciting music with your friends and enjoy a fun-filled time on the dance floor! You really don't need any experience - this band's caller will simply teach you all you need to know. It's the ideal entertainment for parties and weddings - getting everyone involved.

The CZ Band is a 2-piece barn dance and ceilidh band, playing accordion, keyboard ...show more

The BD Band was formed in 2005 with the aim of providing exciting and high quality music for ceilidhs, dances and other special occasions. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. The players are all talented and experienced professionals who can perform a wide variety of entertaining folk music. This includes all the favourite Irish, Scottish and English sets, along with French dances, East European tunes, original music written by Gerry, andsome great vocals.

The band line-up consists of accordion, fiddle guitar and bodhran/ p ...show more

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

The TL Ceilidh Band is highly professional and features musicians who have played from Cornwall to Shetland and from Sweden to Australia. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. The TL Band's key to ceilidh/barn dance success is the ‘no pressure, it’s all about the fun’ approach taken by their caller, and the strong vocal line-up, supported by instrumentation on fiddles, bouzouki, mandolin, guitar and double bass. Several of the musicians are singers, and the caller also plays guitar and ethnic percussion depending on the rest of the ...show more

The DR Folk Band play at a wide variety of events, and play beautiful music to suit the occasion. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England. This could be gentle harp and flute music from Wales or Ireland, or lively jigs and reels from Scotland, USA and elsewhere played on fiddle and guitar. They sing a selection of melodious folk songs, accompanied by flute, harp or guitar.

The DR Band play at the top folk festivals – Sidmouth, Whitby, Broadstairs year after year, and for several ‘Playford (Jane Eyre type) Balls’ e.g Cambridge and N ...show more

MW ceilidh band is a collaboration of accomplished folk musicians who have wide ranging experience. The band play a wide variety of tunes. They particularly enjoy playing music from North America and Québec but also play many traditional English, Scottish and Irish tunes. Although the emphasis is on folk dance tunes, they also include some listening tune sets between dances.

The MW band are available for any private function that wants a ceilidh (aka barn dance, hoe down, folk dance) includin ...show more

Hullabaloo is an English ceilidh band providing music for parties, weddings and community events in which everyone can be involved and have fun. They use a wide repertoire of English music and dances and, for variety, some jigs, reels and hornpipes from elsewhere too. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. Usually in the course of an evening event they’ll lead a variety of different dances, which are all easy to learn, interspersed with some music to listen to – but they can also provide music for events where there’s no dancing.

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. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. 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

Based on an English Barn Dance Band, they can also include American, Scottish and Irish if desired. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England. Hear all the traditional barn dance tunes, dance all the dances, with the SR Band, including accordion, fiddle, bass and Sheila herself, the caller (+ guitar, percussion) ,– and what a lovely Geordie accent she has too! The band's emphasis is on having fun and they are happy to play for any event, from village socials, birthdays, anniversaries, weddings etc.

Smaller bands are also available.

This is an established band with a line up and repertoire sure to get everyone out of their seats and joining in the fun on the dance floor. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. The band line-up comprises of accordion, melodeon, fiddle, banjo, guitar plus caller.

The band have performed at numerous ceilidhs and barn dances playing for events including weddings, anniversary and birthday parties, village events and fund-raising events where the bigger band sound is required at an affordable price. The fact is - the band just lov ...show more

The HP Band are a five piece ceilidh and barn dance band, based in South Staffordshire. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. They have many years of experience providing top quality entertainment, and a passion for all things ceilidh! They come equipped with enthusiasm, fun and PAT tested equipment, and they are fully covered with PLI. They play fun and lively barn dance and ceilidh music, just what you need for a good dance. Their sound is best described as folk-rock and is produced by a line-up of fiddle, keyboard, guitar, drums ...show more

This lively band are in great demand for weddings, parties, charity events, corporate entertainment and other functions requiring that little bit of extra in entertainment value & a Disco option. The band pride themselves on a professional approach to all situation and importantly , a strong sense of FUN!

The band works with a team of experienced and sympathetic callers. Each has a special talent ranging from singing, recorder playing to humour and a dry wit. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. Their caller explains the ...show more

This lively band are a very popular and experienced Ceilidh / Barn Dance Band and are available for all events ranging from weddings, anniversary parties, fund raisers etc. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England. Although specialising in English Ceilidh their extensive repertoire of English traditional tunes along with a good selection of Scottish, Irish, American and some European and modern compositions means that the band are able to undertake Burns Nights etc. The band consists of some of the finest Ceilidh musicians in the area. ...show more

The Band is an experienced barn dance and ceilidh band. The Band has a flexible line-up, drawn from the membership of top Festival dance band, The GS Ceilidh Band. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you.

The five-piece line-up (The GS Ceilidh Band) is often too much for smaller local events where space for the band, time to set up, and perhaps money, are at a premium. The CM band offer a first class alternative. With just three of the musicians plus caller, and a small, quickly assembled PA system, they offer a great option and c ...show more

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. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. 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

The BB Band are a professional four piece Irish and Ceili Band, who play a fantastic and lively range of real Traditional and Contemporary Irish music, songs and tunes, as well as Celtic rock and Country rock & roll. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. They are all professional musicians who came together from academic, formal, semi-pro and session music backgrounds, to form one of the most vibrant and lively bands on the Irish music scene today.

This session band provide foot-stomping folk music for parties & weddings, pubs & social clubs, folk clubs, banquets, Irish & Scottish theme parties etc. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England.

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. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you.

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

Based on an Irish Session Band, they can also include American and English if desired. The band have gone through a number of line-up changes since its inception in 2005 with the current line-up having been together for two years. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. Between them they play banjo, guitar, piano accordion, violin, mandolin, bodhran, penny whistle and keyboard with additional percussive input from cymbal and tambourine.

The band enjoys playing a mix of Irish, English and American folk songs and has earned a reputa ...show more

The CF Band are a musically diverse 5 piece band who are gate-crashing the folk scene with a lively blend of traditional Irish, drinking songs, 3 part harmony and instrumentals. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. All the members are professional musicians active in many genres of the music industry performing in Classical orchestras to Jazz and World music groups. They all share a passion for Folk and Celtic music and formed the band in 2009 as an outlet for the music. Line-up includes Ange -Whistles / Vocals, Dave - Guitar / V ...show more

This band can perform as an all Scottish Ceilidh, Irish Ceili, English Barn Dance or a mixture of all. The MR Ceilidh/barn dance band is a lively band of three experienced musicians and a dance caller. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England. They play and sing music and songs from the English, Scottish and Irish traditions for dancing and listening to, at wedding receptions, birthday parties and corporate events. Line up consists of melodeon and fiddle, guitar and flute, and flute and whistle. They work with experienced dance caller ...show more

The BSP Band have been entertaining people in the Nottingham and East Midlands area for Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Fund Raising Events, Schools, Scouts, Village Fetes, Sports Club Socials, Corporate Events, Round Table, Rotary Club etc. etc. for many years. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you.

For ceilidhs they provide a range of dance tunes. Their caller chooses dances to suit the mood and experience of the dancers. He gives complete and clear instructions to everyone and attempts to make certain that everyone knows ...show more

With a huge repertoire of music and dances from the British Isles, and America. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. The band plays for all the main Ceilidh nights, namely Burns Night, St. Andrew's Day, St. Patrick's Day, New Years Eve, and Hoe Downs for American Independence Day. BBC Music Live Festival, broadcast on the BBC, been twice featured on Radio Merseyside's Folk Scene programme, as well as many other local radio stations around the country

This band plays lively folk music for English ceilidhs (also known as barn dances or English country dances), Scottish ceilidhs, Irish ceilis, and French and Swedish bals. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. Combining traditional music with stomping rhythm, tight arrangements, singing and fun, they will infect all of your guests with an irresistible dancing itch! All dances are fully explained by a friendly, experienced caller, so no prior knowledge is required, you just have to be willing to get up and give it a try!

The TLD Band are an East Midlands based ceilidh band, playing in that area and surrounding counties. Instruments used include melodeon, fiddle, concertina, guitar, banjo, bass, mandolin and sometimes drums. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England. Their caller can generate a lively atmosphere within seconds and his approach to dancing is definitely to hit minimum anxiety for the dancers and to make it fun!

Nottinghamshire Fire Service, the RNIB, The United Nations Association have used the band regularly for their fundraising activ ...show more

The RT Band are an experienced ceilidh band who play venues throughout the North West of England. They play at folk festivals, parties, wedding receptions and other events. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you.

As you are probably aware, the great advantage of folk dance for a party (or any other event) is that your guests need not know anything at all about folk dancing as the whole thing is explained by the caller and walked through once or twice beforehand.

The line up for this band consists of melodeon, fiddle, guitar, b ...show more

This very lively band offer traditional Ceilidh fun for your wedding, birthday or event. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. 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!

This band play a mixture of traditional dance tunes from the British Isles and from other European countries, and thier own compositions. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. 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

The BM Band usually perform as a 3 piece band plus caller. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England. They play a wide range of traditional folk music from around the British Isles, with some American tunes thrown in for good measure.

They can tailor their repertoire and dances to suit your requirements and will endeavour to include any requested tunes to make your celebration extra special. They have their own PA equipment but can play acoustically if the situation dictates. Hirers are welcome to use the band's sound system to play ...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. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you.

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!

Weddings, Burns Night ...show more

The BB Band are a professional four piece Irish Band offering a fantastic and lively range of Irish music. Bringing traditional music and dance to Central England with this English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band. They came together about 10 years ago to form one of the most vibrant and lively bands on the Irish music scene today.

They specialise in Ceilidhs and can offer all types of Ceilidh, whether you want to have an Irish, Scottish or English flavour!

They come equipped and ready to play at all types of music venues from small to very large, e.g. Festivals, Pubs, Clubs, Corporate Event ...show more

This is an experienced barn dance band whose lively music is sure to make your event go with a bang. You can hire this English Barn Dance Band for your dance in Central England. 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.

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. An ideal English Barn Dance Band / Ceilidh Band for a wedding or party in Central England. 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.

This experienced band play Irish, Scottish, English and American songs and tunes, although they can concentrate on one particular style if preferred. They play as 3 or 4 piece + caller. The band are both sensitive to the occasion and responsive to the mood of the audience. Planning a traditional English dance in Central England? Then this English Barn Dance Band could be for you. In addition they are willing to tailor a band to meet specific needs, going out in combinations ranging from a duo of guitar/vocals plus accordion to a larger band incorporating instruments such as fiddle, flute tin-whistle, ...show more